August 7th and 8th
Cobden Peach Festival
2026 Cobden Peach Festival Schedule
The 89th Annual Cobden Peach Festival will take place Friday, August 7, 2026 – Saturday, August 8, 2026 at Cobden Soccer Park (NE corner of Cobden Park, 271 Locust St, Cobden, IL) AllEvents.in. The event is free and organized by the Cobden Lions Club.
Friday, August 7, 2026
5:00 PM – Evening
Carnival rides and games, food & drink concessions, raffles, bingo, Spin & Win Peach Game, live music, Peach Queen Pageant (winner crowned Saturday evening) AllEvents.in.
Homemade food and peach cobbler available Enjoy Illinois.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
4:30 AM – Morning
5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run through downtown Cobden AllEvents.in+1.
4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Community Parade through downtown Cobden AllEvents.in+1.
Evening
Carnival rides and games, food & drink concessions, raffles, bingo, Spin & Win Peach Game, live music, Peach Queen Pageant (winner crowned)
Homemade food and peach cobbler available Enjoy Illinois.
Festival Highlights
Fresh peaches from local orchards Enjoy Illinois
Famous peaches & cream cobbler
5K Run/Walk and parade
Family-friendly carnival and games AllEvents.in
Parking: Event parking at N Centennial St & Locust St; additional parking at Cobden High School AllEvents.in.
August 8th through August 115th
Williamson County Fair
101 N Fair St, Marion, IL, United States, 62959
For complete schedule go to https://williamsoncountyillinoisfair.com/event-schedule
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Aug 13th - 23rd
Illinois State Fair
Springfield
The annual festival, centering on the theme of agriculture, hosted by the U.S. state of Illinois in the state capital, Springfield. Go to their website for daily event schedules, entertainment and other information
statefair.illinois.gov/
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August 12th - 16th
American Thresherman Show
Pinckneyville Illinois
Special Wednesday Evening Activities: Tractor Parade Through Town at 5:00pm
Daily Activities Thursday Morning—Sunday Morning Subject to Change,
Wednesday, August 12
5:00pm Parade Through Town
7:00pm Garden Tractor Pull
Thursday, August 13
7:00pm Tractor Pulls
Friday, August 14
7:00pm Tractor Pulls
Saturday, August 15
Kid Petal Pull - Tractor provided
7:00pm Tractor Pulls
Sunday, August 16
10:00am Antique Tractor Pulls
8:00am Worship & Memorial Service
Antique Auto Display
Daily Events
Shingle Milling 9:30am & 1:30pm
Veneer Mill 11:00am & 2:45pm
Baker Fans & Dynamometer Testing 11:45am & 3:15pm
Primitive Wheat Threshering, Baling, Plowing 9:30am - 11:30am
Featured Tractor Events on Demonstration Field 11:00am
Broom Corn Threshering, Broom Making & Wheat Threshering, Baling & Plowing by
Tractor & Steam Engines 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Antique Construction Demonstration Area 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Daily Attractions:
Horse, Steam, and Tractor Powered Plowing | Wheat Threshing
Animal Teams | Wood Veneering | Saw Milling
Shingle Milling | Blacksmithing
Veneer Mill | Baker Fans | Miniature Models
Tractor Activities | Stationary Gas & Steam Engines |
Large Flea Market | Corn Shelling | Vintage Lawn & Garden Tractors
August 16th- 18th
Balloon Fest
Centralia, Illinois
The festival will take place at Centralia Foundation Park in Centralia, Illinois, spanning Friday, August 21 through Sunday, August 23, 2026
Each day features a variety of activities: Friday and Saturday include hot air balloon flights, balloon glows, live entertainment, and over 100 food and craft vendors
Sunday, August 23, is designated as Free Family Fun Day from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with free entry, parking, and kids’ activities throughout the park Friday, August 21
(Park Hours 3:00pm - 10:00pm)
3:30pm - Opening Ceremony with Centralia High School Band & Choir
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight
6:00pm - Tethered Balloon Rides
7:30pm - Balloon Glow
8:30pm - Headlining Entertainment: The Boy Band Night
Saturday, August 22
(Park Hours 3:00pm - 10:00pm)
3:30pm - Opening Entertainment: Leight July
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight
6:00pm - Tethered Balloon Rides
7:30pm - Balloon Glow
8:30pm - Headlining Entertainment: Stir of Echoes
Sunday, August 23
(Park Hours 12:00pm - 6:00pm)
All Day Family Fun Day
Free Kids’ Activities include Touch-A-Truck, Carrie Leigh’s Art for Kids, Puzzles, Bicycle Helmet Giveaway, and more!
12:00pm - 1:00pm - SSM Health Main Stage - Happy Hour Karaoke DJ
12:00pm - 3:00pm - North Wamac Train Rides
12:00pm - 4:00pm - C-Town Skate Crew Skateboarding Competition
12:00pm - 4:00pm - Characters & Balloons Artist
12:00pm - Bicycle Helmet Giveaway (goes until supplies last)
1:00pm - 4:00pm - Car & Motorcycle Show
1:00pm - 4:00pm - Mini Golf
1:30pm - Magic Show on SSM Health Main Stage
2:30pm - 4:00pm - SSM Health Main Stage - Happy Hour Karaoke DJ
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Kids’ Foam and Bubbles Party
4:00pm - Car Show and Competition Winners Announced
4:30pm - 5:30pm - SSM Health Main Stage - Happy Hour Karaoke DJ
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight (LOCAL PILOTS)
Schedule subject to change due to safety reasons and weather conditions.
(Morning flights are scheduled at 6:00am with take-off locations around the community.
All flight paths and landing areas are dependent on wind direction and weather conditions.)
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Aug 21st- 29th
Union County Fair
Anna City Park
Anna, Illinois
The 145th Annual Union County Fair runs August 21–29, 2026 at Anna City Park, Anna, Illinois. Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of key events www.unioncountyfair.net+1.
Friday, Aug 21
9:00 AM–5:00 PM: Open Show Registration (no exhibits)
8:00 PM: Queen Pageant (Adults $10, Kids $5)
Saturday, Aug 22
8:00 AM: Junior Horse Show (Horse Arena)
9:00 AM–3:00 PM: Junior Entry Registration (bring exhibit)
1:00 PM: Harness Racing (Grandstands, Free)
7:00 PM: Southbound Reunion Concert (Adults $10, Kids $5)
Sunday, Aug 23
10:00 AM–3:00 PM: Adult Entry Registration
12:00 PM: Mini Tractor Pull (Adults $10, Kids $5)
1:15 PM: Pet Parade Registration
2:00 PM: Pet Parade
6:30 PM–8:00 PM: Community Worship (Grandstand, Free)
Monday, Aug 24
9:00 AM–5:00 PM: Junior Livestock Registration
3:00 PM: Junior Tractor Operator Contest
7:30 PM: Truck/Semi/Farm Stock Tractor Pull (Adults $10, Kids $5)
Tuesday, Aug 25
8:00 AM: Open Class Livestock & Exhibit Judging
10:00 AM: 4-H Livestock Show
10:00 AM: Mule/Donkey Halter & Heavy Horse Shows
6:00 PM–10:00 PM: Carnival Open (Family Night, $15 Armbands)
7:30 PM: Tractor Pull (Adults $10, Kids $5)
Wednesday, Aug 26
9:00 AM: Open Dairy Judging
9:00 AM: Junior Swine, Sheep, Goats, Dairy, Beef Judging
Thursday, Aug 27
1:00 PM: Ranch Rodeo
2:00 PM: Championship Rodeo
8:00 PM: Demo Derby Night 1
Friday, Aug 28
8:00 PM: Demo Derby Night 2
Saturday, Aug 29
11:00 AM: Heartland Idol
12:00 PM: Jr Livestock Auction
Grandstand Events (various dates) include Queen Pageant, Harness Racing, Mini/Truck/Semi Pulls, Ranch & Championship Rodeos, and Demo Derby Nights www.unioncountyfair.net.
Tickets & Info
Grandstand tickets available at the Fair Office during office hours (Mon–Thu) or on-site during the fair.
All announcements at event time take precedence over the schedule www.unioncountyfair.net.
For the full, updated schedule and parking/entrance rules, visit the Union County Fair website www.unioncountyfair.net.
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August 29th- September 7th
Du Quoin State Fair
Fairgrounds Open:
Weekdays: 11 am. to Midnight
Weekends:10 am to Midnight
Labor Day: 10 am to10:00 pm
Carnival
POP = Pay One Price (unlimited rides for one person) Wristbands are available at the Midway Ticket Booth. $35 on weekends, opening day and Labor Day; $30 on weekdays.
Single Tickets $1.50; 20 Tickets $25; 50 Tickets $60
Child under 36 inches must be ridden with a PAYING ADULT
Child under 42 inches must ride with a PAYING ADULT.
Mon. thru Fri. 5 pm – 11 pm
Sat. & Sun. Noon – 11 pm
Labor Day Noon – 9 pm
Parking
Main Parking Lot (Rt. 14 entrance) $10 daily
Gate 1 Parking Lot (U.S. 51 entrance) $15 daily
Gate 4 Parking Lot (Jackson St. entrance) $10 daily
Gate 1 and/or 4 Parking - (Best Value) $30 Season Pass
Note: All inside public parking (including ADA) - $15; Outside Parking $10
No weather-related reimbursements will be made.
Highlights
Live Musical Entertainment
Livestock Shows
Harness Racing
Auto Racing
Rodeos
Senior Center with Daily Entertainment
Culinary, Hobbies, Agricultural Exhibits
Free Family Entertainment
Go to the Fair's website for a full schedule and more information.
Theme Days
August 23 ……….…. Family Night
August 24 …….……. Governor’s Day
August 25 ….……… Veterans Day presented by WSIL-TV3
August 26 …………. Ag Day presented by Modern Woodmen of America
August 27……………. Republican Day
August 28 …………. Senior Day
August 29 ……………Sponsor Appreciation Day presented by Pepsi MidAmerica
August 30.……………Illinois Tourism Day presented by KBSI
August 31 ……………Coal Heritage Day/SIU Day presented by WPSD-TV6
September 1 ………. First Responder Day
September 2 ………. Labor Day
Friday, August 16
(Park Hours 3:00pm - 10:00pm)
3:30pm - Opening Ceremony with Centralia High School Band & Choir
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight (ALL BALLOONS FLY)
6:00pm - Tethered Balloon Rides - $20 per person
7:30pm - Balloon Glow
8:30pm - Headlining Entertainment: Taylor Made - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Saturday, August 17
(Park Hours 3:00pm - 10:00pm)
3:30pm - Opening Entertainment: Kaylee Rose (Country)
5:30pm - POW/MIA Veterans Freedom Flight
6:00pm - Tethered Balloon Rides - $20 per person
7:30pm - Balloon Glow (ALL BALLOONS GLOW)
8:30pm -Headlining Entertainment: Josh Gracin
Sunday, August 18
(Park Hours 12:00pm - 6:00pm)
All Day FREE Family Fun Day
Kids Activities sponsored by Industrial Mechanical Contractors
Inflatable Jumps - Bubbles - Selfie Scavenger Hunt - Photo Opportunities - Costumed Characters
12:00pm - SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Kids’ Bike Helmet Giveaway
12:00pm-3:00pm - Cardboard Boat Race Registration and Building
12:00pm - Southern Illinois Elite Tumble and Cheer
1:00pm-4:00pm - Car & Motorcycle Cruise-In sponsored by Weaver Tree Service
1:00pm - Mike Mays & Restoration Band (Rock / Christian)
3:00pm - Cardboard Boat Races sponsored by Salem Travel
4:00pm - Boat Race Winners and Car Show Winners Announced
4:30pm - Diamonds Dazzling Divas (Dance)
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight (LOCAL PILOTS)
Schedule subject to change due to safety reasons and weather conditions.
(Morning flights are scheduled at 6:00am with take-off locations around the community. All flight paths and landing areas are dependent on wind direction and weather conditions.)
Cobden Peach Festival
2026 Cobden Peach Festival Schedule
The 89th Annual Cobden Peach Festival will take place Friday, August 7, 2026 – Saturday, August 8, 2026 at Cobden Soccer Park (NE corner of Cobden Park, 271 Locust St, Cobden, IL) AllEvents.in. The event is free and organized by the Cobden Lions Club.
Friday, August 7, 2026
5:00 PM – Evening
Carnival rides and games, food & drink concessions, raffles, bingo, Spin & Win Peach Game, live music, Peach Queen Pageant (winner crowned Saturday evening) AllEvents.in.
Homemade food and peach cobbler available Enjoy Illinois.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
4:30 AM – Morning
5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run through downtown Cobden AllEvents.in+1.
4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Community Parade through downtown Cobden AllEvents.in+1.
Evening
Carnival rides and games, food & drink concessions, raffles, bingo, Spin & Win Peach Game, live music, Peach Queen Pageant (winner crowned)
Homemade food and peach cobbler available Enjoy Illinois.
Festival Highlights
Fresh peaches from local orchards Enjoy Illinois
Famous peaches & cream cobbler
5K Run/Walk and parade
Family-friendly carnival and games AllEvents.in
Parking: Event parking at N Centennial St & Locust St; additional parking at Cobden High School AllEvents.in.
August 8th through August 115th
Williamson County Fair
101 N Fair St, Marion, IL, United States, 62959
For complete schedule go to https://williamsoncountyillinoisfair.com/event-schedule
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Aug 13th - 23rd
Illinois State Fair
Springfield
The annual festival, centering on the theme of agriculture, hosted by the U.S. state of Illinois in the state capital, Springfield. Go to their website for daily event schedules, entertainment and other information
statefair.illinois.gov/
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August 12th - 16th
American Thresherman Show
Pinckneyville Illinois
Special Wednesday Evening Activities: Tractor Parade Through Town at 5:00pm
Daily Activities Thursday Morning—Sunday Morning Subject to Change,
Wednesday, August 12
5:00pm Parade Through Town
7:00pm Garden Tractor Pull
Thursday, August 13
7:00pm Tractor Pulls
Friday, August 14
7:00pm Tractor Pulls
Saturday, August 15
Kid Petal Pull - Tractor provided
7:00pm Tractor Pulls
Sunday, August 16
10:00am Antique Tractor Pulls
8:00am Worship & Memorial Service
Antique Auto Display
Daily Events
Shingle Milling 9:30am & 1:30pm
Veneer Mill 11:00am & 2:45pm
Baker Fans & Dynamometer Testing 11:45am & 3:15pm
Primitive Wheat Threshering, Baling, Plowing 9:30am - 11:30am
Featured Tractor Events on Demonstration Field 11:00am
Broom Corn Threshering, Broom Making & Wheat Threshering, Baling & Plowing by
Tractor & Steam Engines 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Antique Construction Demonstration Area 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Daily Attractions:
Horse, Steam, and Tractor Powered Plowing | Wheat Threshing
Animal Teams | Wood Veneering | Saw Milling
Shingle Milling | Blacksmithing
Veneer Mill | Baker Fans | Miniature Models
Tractor Activities | Stationary Gas & Steam Engines |
Large Flea Market | Corn Shelling | Vintage Lawn & Garden Tractors
August 16th- 18th
Balloon Fest
Centralia, Illinois
The festival will take place at Centralia Foundation Park in Centralia, Illinois, spanning Friday, August 21 through Sunday, August 23, 2026
Each day features a variety of activities: Friday and Saturday include hot air balloon flights, balloon glows, live entertainment, and over 100 food and craft vendors
Sunday, August 23, is designated as Free Family Fun Day from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with free entry, parking, and kids’ activities throughout the park Friday, August 21
(Park Hours 3:00pm - 10:00pm)
3:30pm - Opening Ceremony with Centralia High School Band & Choir
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight
6:00pm - Tethered Balloon Rides
7:30pm - Balloon Glow
8:30pm - Headlining Entertainment: The Boy Band Night
Saturday, August 22
(Park Hours 3:00pm - 10:00pm)
3:30pm - Opening Entertainment: Leight July
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight
6:00pm - Tethered Balloon Rides
7:30pm - Balloon Glow
8:30pm - Headlining Entertainment: Stir of Echoes
Sunday, August 23
(Park Hours 12:00pm - 6:00pm)
All Day Family Fun Day
Free Kids’ Activities include Touch-A-Truck, Carrie Leigh’s Art for Kids, Puzzles, Bicycle Helmet Giveaway, and more!
12:00pm - 1:00pm - SSM Health Main Stage - Happy Hour Karaoke DJ
12:00pm - 3:00pm - North Wamac Train Rides
12:00pm - 4:00pm - C-Town Skate Crew Skateboarding Competition
12:00pm - 4:00pm - Characters & Balloons Artist
12:00pm - Bicycle Helmet Giveaway (goes until supplies last)
1:00pm - 4:00pm - Car & Motorcycle Show
1:00pm - 4:00pm - Mini Golf
1:30pm - Magic Show on SSM Health Main Stage
2:30pm - 4:00pm - SSM Health Main Stage - Happy Hour Karaoke DJ
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Kids’ Foam and Bubbles Party
4:00pm - Car Show and Competition Winners Announced
4:30pm - 5:30pm - SSM Health Main Stage - Happy Hour Karaoke DJ
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight (LOCAL PILOTS)
Schedule subject to change due to safety reasons and weather conditions.
(Morning flights are scheduled at 6:00am with take-off locations around the community.
All flight paths and landing areas are dependent on wind direction and weather conditions.)
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Aug 21st- 29th
Union County Fair
Anna City Park
Anna, Illinois
The 145th Annual Union County Fair runs August 21–29, 2026 at Anna City Park, Anna, Illinois. Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of key events www.unioncountyfair.net+1.
Friday, Aug 21
9:00 AM–5:00 PM: Open Show Registration (no exhibits)
8:00 PM: Queen Pageant (Adults $10, Kids $5)
Saturday, Aug 22
8:00 AM: Junior Horse Show (Horse Arena)
9:00 AM–3:00 PM: Junior Entry Registration (bring exhibit)
1:00 PM: Harness Racing (Grandstands, Free)
7:00 PM: Southbound Reunion Concert (Adults $10, Kids $5)
Sunday, Aug 23
10:00 AM–3:00 PM: Adult Entry Registration
12:00 PM: Mini Tractor Pull (Adults $10, Kids $5)
1:15 PM: Pet Parade Registration
2:00 PM: Pet Parade
6:30 PM–8:00 PM: Community Worship (Grandstand, Free)
Monday, Aug 24
9:00 AM–5:00 PM: Junior Livestock Registration
3:00 PM: Junior Tractor Operator Contest
7:30 PM: Truck/Semi/Farm Stock Tractor Pull (Adults $10, Kids $5)
Tuesday, Aug 25
8:00 AM: Open Class Livestock & Exhibit Judging
10:00 AM: 4-H Livestock Show
10:00 AM: Mule/Donkey Halter & Heavy Horse Shows
6:00 PM–10:00 PM: Carnival Open (Family Night, $15 Armbands)
7:30 PM: Tractor Pull (Adults $10, Kids $5)
Wednesday, Aug 26
9:00 AM: Open Dairy Judging
9:00 AM: Junior Swine, Sheep, Goats, Dairy, Beef Judging
Thursday, Aug 27
1:00 PM: Ranch Rodeo
2:00 PM: Championship Rodeo
8:00 PM: Demo Derby Night 1
Friday, Aug 28
8:00 PM: Demo Derby Night 2
Saturday, Aug 29
11:00 AM: Heartland Idol
12:00 PM: Jr Livestock Auction
Grandstand Events (various dates) include Queen Pageant, Harness Racing, Mini/Truck/Semi Pulls, Ranch & Championship Rodeos, and Demo Derby Nights www.unioncountyfair.net.
Tickets & Info
Grandstand tickets available at the Fair Office during office hours (Mon–Thu) or on-site during the fair.
All announcements at event time take precedence over the schedule www.unioncountyfair.net.
For the full, updated schedule and parking/entrance rules, visit the Union County Fair website www.unioncountyfair.net.
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August 29th- September 7th
Du Quoin State Fair
Fairgrounds Open:
Weekdays: 11 am. to Midnight
Weekends:10 am to Midnight
Labor Day: 10 am to10:00 pm
Carnival
POP = Pay One Price (unlimited rides for one person) Wristbands are available at the Midway Ticket Booth. $35 on weekends, opening day and Labor Day; $30 on weekdays.
Single Tickets $1.50; 20 Tickets $25; 50 Tickets $60
Child under 36 inches must be ridden with a PAYING ADULT
Child under 42 inches must ride with a PAYING ADULT.
Mon. thru Fri. 5 pm – 11 pm
Sat. & Sun. Noon – 11 pm
Labor Day Noon – 9 pm
- Advance Sale - Ride Armbands:
Advance Armbands coupons can be purchased for $20 at various participating Casey's Store locations beginning July
Parking
Main Parking Lot (Rt. 14 entrance) $10 daily
Gate 1 Parking Lot (U.S. 51 entrance) $15 daily
Gate 4 Parking Lot (Jackson St. entrance) $10 daily
Gate 1 and/or 4 Parking - (Best Value) $30 Season Pass
Note: All inside public parking (including ADA) - $15; Outside Parking $10
No weather-related reimbursements will be made.
Highlights
Live Musical Entertainment
Livestock Shows
Harness Racing
Auto Racing
Rodeos
Senior Center with Daily Entertainment
Culinary, Hobbies, Agricultural Exhibits
Free Family Entertainment
Go to the Fair's website for a full schedule and more information.
Theme Days
August 23 ……….…. Family Night
August 24 …….……. Governor’s Day
August 25 ….……… Veterans Day presented by WSIL-TV3
August 26 …………. Ag Day presented by Modern Woodmen of America
August 27……………. Republican Day
August 28 …………. Senior Day
August 29 ……………Sponsor Appreciation Day presented by Pepsi MidAmerica
August 30.……………Illinois Tourism Day presented by KBSI
August 31 ……………Coal Heritage Day/SIU Day presented by WPSD-TV6
September 1 ………. First Responder Day
September 2 ………. Labor Day
Friday, August 16
(Park Hours 3:00pm - 10:00pm)
3:30pm - Opening Ceremony with Centralia High School Band & Choir
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight (ALL BALLOONS FLY)
6:00pm - Tethered Balloon Rides - $20 per person
7:30pm - Balloon Glow
8:30pm - Headlining Entertainment: Taylor Made - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Saturday, August 17
(Park Hours 3:00pm - 10:00pm)
3:30pm - Opening Entertainment: Kaylee Rose (Country)
5:30pm - POW/MIA Veterans Freedom Flight
6:00pm - Tethered Balloon Rides - $20 per person
7:30pm - Balloon Glow (ALL BALLOONS GLOW)
8:30pm -Headlining Entertainment: Josh Gracin
Sunday, August 18
(Park Hours 12:00pm - 6:00pm)
All Day FREE Family Fun Day
Kids Activities sponsored by Industrial Mechanical Contractors
Inflatable Jumps - Bubbles - Selfie Scavenger Hunt - Photo Opportunities - Costumed Characters
12:00pm - SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Kids’ Bike Helmet Giveaway
12:00pm-3:00pm - Cardboard Boat Race Registration and Building
12:00pm - Southern Illinois Elite Tumble and Cheer
1:00pm-4:00pm - Car & Motorcycle Cruise-In sponsored by Weaver Tree Service
1:00pm - Mike Mays & Restoration Band (Rock / Christian)
3:00pm - Cardboard Boat Races sponsored by Salem Travel
4:00pm - Boat Race Winners and Car Show Winners Announced
4:30pm - Diamonds Dazzling Divas (Dance)
5:30pm - Evening Balloon Flight (LOCAL PILOTS)
Schedule subject to change due to safety reasons and weather conditions.
(Morning flights are scheduled at 6:00am with take-off locations around the community. All flight paths and landing areas are dependent on wind direction and weather conditions.)