FESTIVAL INFO: The festival is a two-day event, featuring a free concert & fireworks on July 3rd. On July 4th there is parade, a water ball contest, quilt auction & raffle drawing. There are numerous choices of food, beverages, & games available in the festival stands as well as items for purchase, such as concert t-shirts, homemade candy, & handiwork/craft items. Children enjoy the merry-go-round & the train ride as well as a number of youth games & face painting. Adults enjoy bingo, the cake walk, candy stand, country store, handiwork/craft stand, & musical entertainment. The St. Joseph Lions Club proudly sponsors the annual Fourth of July Parade.
PARADE INFO: The parade begins at 10 AM on July 4th, with line-up time at 8:30 AM. For registration information please consult their website. Contact persons are Joe & Joann Bechtold at 363-4483 and Ken & Mary Stommes at 493-8331.