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Gulfports Get Rescued February 25, 2012 Gulfport, Florida, USA


Gulfport’s Get Rescued, the animal rescue festival and fundraiser, is preparing for its seventh annual event to take place on Saturday, February 26th, 2011 from 10AM to 5PM for the daytime event and 7 to 11PM for the evening event. Animal rescue organizations, many appearing with adoptable pets, take over Beach Blvd. to raise money and awareness for their causes. Additionally, animal-related vendors, artists and crafters offer their wares to festival-goers. Each year, hundreds of attendees, many accompanied by their own canine companions, make their way to Gulfport to participate in what has become a beloved tradition. Pet Related activities include Agility contests, a pet and their people dance contest, training demos, cat and dog origami and more. Attendees are encouraged to bring donations of dog and cat food and cat litter to be distributed to the rescues. This popular event, which GMA hosts, has evolved from one block and a handful of animal rescue groups in its first year to a popular and beloved event representing as many as 60 animal rescue groups from throughout the region. It is one of the largest such events in the state. All proceeds from the event benefit participating non-profit rescue groups. One component which continues this year is a Rescue Celebration held later in the evening after the daytime event. This year, the Celebration will be held at the Gulfport Casino from 7 to 11PM. Festivities will include music and dancing, cash bar, hors d’oeuvres, opportunity drawings and live and silent auctions with a wide variety of items provided by Gulfport merchants and supporters of the individual rescues. $20 tickets for the Celebration will be available in advance at The Outpost, Reef Dog or Domain Home Accessories, or tickets can be purchased at the door. Supporters can become involved in Gulfport’s Get Rescued by sponsoring an individual animal rescue group for $50, which will include a prominent sign at that group’s Beach Blvd. booth during the event. Additionally, donations of merchandise or gift certificates for the silent & live auctions and chance drawings will be appreciated. Gulfport’s Get Rescued is proudly sponsored/co-sponsored by the City of Gulfport, The Gulfport Merchants Association, Chihuahua Connection Magazine, BellaDOG Magazine, BeachLife, Sail Away Realty, Karen’s Florist of Gulfport, The Gabber and more. The daytime event is FREE for the public to attend. For more information, visit www.GulfportMA.com or contact Suzanne King at 727-322-5217 / email SuzFest@gmail.com. Pet friendly vendors and rescue groups can download the applications at www.SIKPromotions.com or call 727-322-5217.

Girls Night Out March 13 - March 14, 2012 Washington, District of Columbia, USA


Girls Night Out is returning to Washington DC, and your are invited!Get ready to enjoy a night filled with great shopping (from all the young hip designers), complementary cocktails, and of course Fabulous Goodie Bags (and trust us you dont want to miss the goodies!). *All participants must be 21 and over

1st Annual American Pinup Burlesque Festival March 23 - March 25, 2012 Tampa, Florida, USA


A weekend long extravaganza filled with... The Miss Pin Up America Pageant, Burlesque Competition, Tattoo Contests, Hot Rod & Car Show, Special Performances & Guests, Bands, Workshops, Vendors, Food & Full Bar *The main event, Party Like a Pinup”, is benefiting “Pinups for Pitbulls” and hosted by Animal Planets Pit Boss, Shorty Rossi!!

Portland Jamaica Curry Festival March 25, 2012 portland, Jamaica


Bounceabout, wataslides, trampoline, competitions, clowns and much more.

Fiesta San Antonio April 19 - April 29, 2012 San Antonio, Texas, USA


Fiesta San Antonio offers more than 100 events over 11 days at various locations around the Alamo City. Choose among parades, festivals, concerts, coronations, arts events, athletic competitions and much more. Fiesta began more than 120 years ago with the first Battle of Flowers Parade to honor the heroes of the battles of the Alamo and San Jacinto. Today it’s a multicultural celebration of the city’s history and diversity. Major events include a River Parade, where the floats really do float A Night in Old San Antonio, offering food and music from 15 ethnic groups that are part of the city’s history and Fiesta de los Reyes in Market Square with great food, great entertainment and great shopping. Fiesta is the Party With a Purpose because all the funds raised go right back into the community.

Green Street Fair May 04 - May 06, 2012 Plymouth , Michigan, USA


Green Street Fair was developed to help educate and inform consumers about the benefits of being green. This event will be green without judgment. We encourage all consumers to discover their shade of green in a fun interactive environment. Our target consumers will be A25-54 looking to learn more about being green!

Sweet Auburn Legends, Heroes & Heroines Awards May 07, 2012 Atlanta, Georgia, USA


Sweet Auburns story can not be told too many times. The achievements of the people that built this great street are extraordinary. The purpose of the Awards & Recognition Lunch is to pay Tribute to the men and women that manifest the Spirit of Sweet Auburn in their service, commitment and dedication to their fellowman. It is also an occasion for the Spirit of Sweet Auburn to recognize the many dedicated people who contribute of their time, effort and resources to make the Sweet Auburn Springfest the Grandest Festival of the Year on the Greatest Street on the Planet. These include the Sponsors, Volunteers, Vendors and Staff. The Luncheon also provides an opportunity to give an overview and update of development plans for the Historical District. The State of Sweet Auburn. For Sponsorship Opportunities, contact Elaina Jorge at 404-274-8812. Vendors, please contact Charles Johnson at 404-886-4469.

Sweet Auburn Springfest May 11 - May 13, 2012 Atlanta, Georgia, USA


Sweet Auburn Springfest is the largest Multicultural Street festival in the South. Held In the historic Sweet Auburn District of Atlanta, and its a family event.

Sweet Auburn Springfest May 11 - May 13, 2012 Atlanta, Georgia, USA


Sweet Auburn Springfest is the Largest festival in the Southeast atttracting 350,000 people over a three day weekend

Gold Wings and Ribs Festival June 01 - June 02, 2012 Pomeroy, Ohio, USA


The Gold Wings and Ribs Festival - Home of Ohios Best Ribs and Ohio Best Wings tm competition - provides festival goers with Free entertainment, Art Show and fantastic food. This 2-day event is designed for motorcyclist and anyone who loves to eat and features live entertainment. Vendors include motorcycle Dealers, accessory and parts vendors, BBQ Rib vendors, food vendors and local artisans. Youll find plenty to do with a light parade Friday & Saturday night and guided motorcycle tour of the area. A general parade will be Saturday afternoon. Come and join us for the Eighth annual Gold Wings and Ribs Festival. Overlooking the Beautiful Ohio River

American Express Queenstown Winter Festival June 22 - July 01, 2012 Queenstown, New Zealand


Mark your calendars now… the dates for the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest winter party are officially locked and loaded for next year! The multi award-winning American Express Queenstown Winter Festival will take centre stage in Queenstown, New Zealand, from 22 June to 1 July 2012. The iconic Queenstown event, now into its 38th year, officially kicks off winter in the stunning four-season resort with a 10-day action-packed programme of new events, established favourites and plenty of entertainment and celebration. Festival Director Simon Green returns to the helm for his seventh festival while key naming sponsor American Express is back on board for a milestone 21st year. Mr Green said he was “already well underway” with plans for some exciting new events and could also confirm that the downtown ice rink, a popular new feature at the 2011 festival, would return for 2012. “It gave Queenstown that magical winter wonderland and proved to be a huge hit with visitors and locals so we’re thrilled to have it back.” Surrounded by stunning snow-capped mountains, Queenstown transforms into a winter paradise each year attracting snow sports enthusiasts from around the world with its incredible scenery, crisp blue-sky days and easy access to some of New Zealands finest skiing. Whether visitors have an appetite for fresh air, adventure and mountains or are more at home tracking down a delicious meal and fine wine, this cosmopolitan lake and alpine resort town provides the perfect mix of on and off snow action.

Tacoma Freedom Fair and Air Show July 04, 2012 Tacoma, Washington, USA


This wonderful, free-to-the-public event features dozens of activities and draws over 100,000 spectators every year. Its one of the largest Fourth of July festivals in the west and has been named one of the ten Worlds Best fireworks events by Discovery.com and the Travel Channel. Freedom Fair has also been named as a top destination event by the Wall Street Journal, CNN.com, and USA Today. People come to enjoy the live entertainment and to eat the great food and shop in the open-air market for something special offered by one of over 150 vendors. Everyone joys being amazed by the dazzling airshow and spectacular fireworks display that ends the day. The show is televised live on KOMO (ABC) TV 4. The fireworks display is synchronized to music, so bring your radio tuned to Warm 106.9 FM or KLAY 1180 AM or sit near the sound system located along the waterfront. The Ruston Way waterfront is the best place to view the show, so come early and stay all day to fit in all the festivities.

Family Fun Day July 15, 2012 Warren, New Jersey, USA


Family Fun Day is all you can eat cookout for the Cosmetology Industry service providers and their clients with activities,entertainment and games for the entire family; there will be door prizes and other prizes for the winners of some the wacky competitons, Spades Tournament, and Basketball Shootout.

Sunbury River Festival August 16 - August 18, 2012 Sunbury, Pennsylvania, USA


Check out our website at www.sunburyriverfestival.com for the latest updates. We have crafters, great food, free entertainment (on 2 stages on Saturday) , car show, historical encampments, the Cardboard boat regatta AND SO MUCH MORE. There is something fun for everyone. Come and see what historic Sunbury has to offer you!

Gecko Fest September 01, 2012 Gulfport, Florida, USA


Artsy Gulfport continues their whimsical salute to the Gecko with the Eigth Annual Gecko Fest. This family festival and walking parade celebrates the End of Summer and Labor Day weekend with color, whimsy, extraordinary entertainment and a street dance on Saturday night! Costume contests for kids, adults and non-humans! Gecko Fest is easily described as a whimsical combination of a family-oriented Mardi Gras, Renaissance Faire, and British Loony Party gone Gecko in Gulfport, Florida. Wear Gecko hats, fish hats, colorful hats and costumes to celebrate the many colors of Geckos! Bring drums, rattles, noise makers, kazoos, musical instruments, balloons, decorated umbrellas - just use your imagination. Join in or be a spectator - this parade is full of colorful surprises and characters! Selected as Best Bet, Hot Ticket, Hot Road Trip, AOLs top ten for Labor Day Weekend, and Planet Pick, this locally cultivated festival is filled with whimsy and charm as is this quaint waterfront community. For further information, call (727)322-5217

B101.5 Kids' Convention September 22 - September 23, 2012 Fredericksburg, Virginia, USA


Kids’ Convention is the region’s premier event to reach busy families. Kids’ Convention weekend attracts over 100,000 people - making it the region’s largest expo! Through the years, Kids’ Convention has highlighted Wild Science experiments, The Live Shark Encounter, Nickelodeon shows, a LEGO artist, arts and crafts, and a whole lot of fun! For 2009, Kids’ Convention will celebrate its 13th year on Saturday and Sunday, September 19th and 20th at Spotsylvania Towne Centre. With great entertainment and interactive events, it’s easy to see why Kids’ Convention has become so popular — there isn’t anything else like it! There are a limited number of sponsorships available for 2009. Reserve your space today so you can make the most of the huge crowds expected for the 13th Annual Kids’ Convention!

Morro Bay Harbor Festival October 06 - October 07, 2012 Morro Bay, California, USA


The Morro Bay Harbor Festival is an annual celebration of the Central Coasts unique food, wine, lifestyle and working waterfront. It is held on the first full weekend in October every year. Since its inception, a primary goal of the festival has been to bring together a broad cross-section of the community members of the fishing industry, civic and community groups, marine-related enterprises, small business, corporations, artisans, environmental organizations and individual citizens to focus public awareness on the special value of Morro Bays harbor and environs. The Morro Bay Harbor Festival Inc. is a nonprofit, 501(c) 3 community-benefit organization. Festival proceeds benefit the more than 40 nonprofit organizations throughout San Luis Obispo County who contribute over 1000 volunteers to help crew the waterfront weekend. Over the past 10 years, the Festival Volunteer Program has awarded more than $400,000 to participating nonprofit groups.

San Diego Heritage Day Parade & Festival February 25, 2012 San Diego, California, USA

In celebration of Black History Month, Operation BHILD is proud to host the annual San Diego Heritage Day Parade and Festival. Featured in the parade will be a number of marching bands, dance teams, floats, community organizations and the Operation BHILD Ambassadors Court that consist of eight extraordinary African-American young men & women between the ages of 5-26 who exhibit community pride, cultural awareness and social achievement. Following the parade, participants are invited to enjoy free entertainment and activities located in the Market Creek Plaza Amphitheater, 342 Euclid Avenue, San Diego, 92114. The festival offers a variety of cultural entertainment, food booths, a children zone, vendors and many informative community resources.

Glenn Heights Family Festival March 24, 2012 Glenn Heights, Texas, USA

This community-wide event highlights local entertainment, artists and vendors and provides citizens, City partners and businesses with an opportunity to share in all that our City has to offer. The Family Festival is our largest City-wide event to date.

Port Gibson Main Street Heritage Festival March 31, 2012 Port Gibson, Mississippi, USA



Phoenix Pride Celebration April 14 - April 15, 2012 Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Phoenix Pride is a two day celebration encompassing partnerships with community organizations and individuals sharing in our mission. This event allows us to revive our purpose of educating the public about our history, courage, and diversity while promoting pride in ourselves and the community. With over 30,000 people in attendance, the annual Phoenix Pride Celebration has continued to be the largest LGBT event in the state of Arizona.

<>Fiesta San Antonio April 19 - April 29, 2012 San Antonio, Texas, USA

Fiesta© San Antonio, one of the nation’s premier festivals, will take place April 7 -17, 2011, to honor the memory of the heroes of the Alamo and the battle of San Jacinto, and to celebrate san Antonio’s rich and diverse cultures. This Texas-sized celebration consists of over 100 events, organized by 100 non-profit organizations, and is expected to attract more than 3.5 million people to the Alamo City during its eleven-day run. Fiesta San Antonio generates an economic impact of $284,000,000 and provides financial opportunities for more than 200 local nonprofit organizations the more notable events include the Battle of Flowers parade, Fiesta Flambeau Parade, Texas cavaliers River Parade, Oyster Bake, Taste of New Orleans, Cornyation, A Day in Old Mexico and Niosa and many others.

A Night In Old San Antonio- NIOSA April 24 - April 27, 2012 San Antonio, Texas, USA

A Night in Old San Antonio (NIOSA) is the annual, April celebration of San Antonio’s heritage held each year during the week of Fiesta. International cultures, foods and entertaiment are featured in 15 areas of the historic downtown village of La Villita along the River Walk. Fiesta means fun the world over, and fun is A Night In Old San Antonio! Locals lovingly refer to our four-night frolic as NIOSA® pronounced (knee-oh-sa). Annually attracting 100,000 visitors to the downtown, historic little village of La Villita, NIOSA® is presented by the San Antonio Conservation Society as part of the Fiesta San Antonio celebration held each April. Tuesday through Friday evenings during Fiesta, La Villita is divided into fifteen different cultural areas for the presentation of ethnic costumes, food, music and fun. Representing truly old San Antonio, NIOSA® includes many of the sights, sounds and tastes brought to the city by its earliest settlers. A Night In Old San Antonio®” benefits our community by celebrating and preserving the customs and culture unique to our region. Community support is accomplished through the preservation, education and research programs of the San Antonio Conservation Society which provide resources for the restoration and rehabilitation of historic properties in the San Antonio area, including those in the city-owned La Villita Historic District.

Village Wide Garage Sale April 27, 2012 Mount Horeb / Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, USA

Close to 100 sales in Mount Horeb and Blue Mounds.

Maricopa County Home & Landscape Show April 27 - April 29, 2012 Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Attend the BIG Maricopa County Home & Landscape Show for one-stop home improvement shopping at its best. Shop, Compare and Save with over 1000 exhibits filled with hundreds of the Valleys most reputable companies all competing for your business and offering thousands of products and services for all of your home improvement needs. As always, the Maricopa County Home & Garden Show screens every exhibiting company through the Arizona State Registrar of Contractors and the Better Business Bureau of Northern and Central Arizona. To set the Maricopa County Home & Garden Show apart, many special features and must see attractions have been add to the show to create an environment that is fun for the whole family. Home Show Location: Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W McDowell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85007 Show Hours: Friday and Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm Admission: $5.00 Adults, $2.00 Children 3-12, Free for 2 and under Sign up top receive half off admission tickets at www.MaricopaCountyHomeShows.com

Smokey Bear Days May 04 - May 05, 2012 Capitan, New Mexico, USA

This two-day annual event is held on the first Friday and Saturday of May at Smokey Bear Historical Park. The event includes free live music, karaoke, and a street dance, visits from Smokey throughout the event and at the cutting of his birthday cake, a vendors marketplace, fun for the kids, chainsaw carving contest, auction and much more.

Gifts Galore and S.O. Much More May 05, 2012 Fayetteville, North Carolina, USA

The Gifts Galore & So Much More Shopping Expo is an event held the 1st Saturday in December and in May to benefit the Cumberland County Special Olympics. We invite handmade and home-based businesses and food vendors to apply. 100% of booth fees is donated to the Special Olympics, making them a charitable, tax-deductible contribution.

Bay Area KidFest May 26 - May 28, 2012 Concord, California, USA

23rd annual Bay Area KidFest is one of the Bay Areas longest-running family events on the 3-day Memorial Day Weekend. Our spacious venue in Downtown Concord features multiple entertainment stages including music, dance, ethnic performers, martial arts, gymnastics, animal shows, circus, magic, clowns and much more. Free kids arts & crafts activities, face painting, carnival games, balloon hats, inflatables and all-new Sports Field of Dreams. Rides include ferris wheel, giant slide, pony rides, EuroBungy trampoline, climbing wall, petting zoo, Zippy Pets cars, Bobble Lagoon and more. Eclectic Food Court and over 125 arts & crafts and exhibitor booths. Admission $5 with donation of canned food to Food Bank. KidFest benefits United Mt. Diablo Athletic Foundation to save high school sports.

HaitianSpringFest May 27, 2012 New York, New York, USA



Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival May 30 - June 04, 2012 Windsor to Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada

Annually opens Nova Scotia's tourist season and continues to enjoy national and international recognition. In 1988 and 1991, the festival was selected by the American Bus Association as one of the Top 100 tourist events in North America. Enjoy the sight and smell of the apple blossoms bursting into bloom to end winter and begin a new apple growing season. The festival includes the crowning of Queen and princesses, a children’s parade on Saturday morning and the Grand Street parade in Kentville on Saturday afternoon consisting of 150 entries that make up one of Canada's largest street parades including bands, marching units, equestrian entries, princess floats from participating communities, and floats representing business firms and organizations. There is also the Opening Ceremonies, The Festival Art Show, The Family Showcase, the blossom dessert contest, and a Rockfest music concert. The Festival concludes on Monday with a Valley-wide royal tour.

Do Division June 02 - June 03, 2012 Chicago, Illinois, USA

Event Overview: What makes the DoDivision Street Fest and Sidewalk Sale unique is that all elements of this festival are local: the food, the vendors, the music, even the featured beer is selected based on it’s popularity in the ‘hood. Given the status of West Division Street as the hottest, hippest most cutting edge neighborhood in Chicago, the events’ 60,000 attendees wouldn’t want this festival any other way but local. The Do-Division Street Fest and Sidewalk Sale, located on Division between Ashland and Leavitt, spans 10 city blocks, features two live music stages, a wide variety of high quality food offered by Division Street restaurants, plenty of ice cold beer, unique kid’s activities, and an elaborate Sidewalk Sale put on by Division Street Merchants. The 2010 talent line-up will be announced in late March, and will feature original, local entertainment of the highest quality. Chicago’s hottest, hippest ’hood…. Division Street between Ashland and Leavitt is packed with trendy boutiques, salons, spas, restaurants, bistros, bakeries, coffee shops and cyber cafes. It’s wide, tree lined sidewalks give it a distinctly European feel. During warm weather months, there are as many as a dozen sidewalk cafes in operation. West Division Street’s restaurants and bars all have one thing in common: high quality in all price ranges. Division Street’s restaurant choices can satisfy any craving including Thai, Tapas, Shushi, organic pizza, comfort food, Mexican, Northern Italian and award winning fusion. And, from the ‘cheapest beers in Chicago’ to some of the best wine selections in the city, Division Street has plenty to offer imbibers. The Division Street area is also home to many of Chicago’s fashion designers, which may explain Division Street’s multitude of cutting edge, high quality dress and shoe boutiques. Theme: Summer party! Components: • National music headliners • Two live music stages • Elaborate Sidewalk Sale put on by some of the hippest merchants in Chicago • Unique kid’s activities

Marysville Strawberry Festival June 08 - June 17, 2012 Marysville, Washington, USA

The Marysville Strawberry Festival is one of the longest running community festivals in the State of Washington (since 1932).The Festival in conjunction with the Tulalip Tribes offers up to 20 family type events that one can participate in or be a spectator. The highlight of Strawberry Festival week is the twilight Grand Parade which features over 100 Northwest entrants. Theres also a local talent show, kiddies parade, adult tricycle race, berry walk and run, arts/crafts & food fair, entertainment, carnival, car and RV show and more. Check out our website for more information!

Marysville Strawberry Festival June 08 - June 17, 2012 Marysville, Washington, USA

The Marysville Strawberry Festival is one of the longest running community festivals in the State of Washington (since 1932).The Festival in conjunction with the Tulalip Tribes offers up to 20 family type events that one can participate in or be a spectator. The highlight of Strawberry Festival week is the twilight Grand Parade which features over 100 Northwest entrants. Theres also a local talent show, kiddies parade, adult tricycle race, berry walk/run, arts/crafts & food fair, entertainment, carnival, car and RV show and more. Check out our website for more information!

Fremont Fair June 16 - June 17, 2012 Seattle, Washington, USA

Now in its 36th year, Fremont Fair returns to celebrate the Summer Solstice and the best of our community: art, spirit, sharing, celebration and working together to help each other. During Fair weekend, people from all walks of life come together to shop, eat, drink, perform, smile, dance, run, converse, debate, groove and parade.

Jubilee Day TM June 21, 2012 Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, USA

The largest, longest running one-day street festival on the East Coast featuring arts and crafts, food, childrens activities, a petting zoo, rides, amusements, music and entertainment.

32nd Annual Founders Days June 22 - June 24, 2012 Cashmere, Washington, USA

Founders' Days features free Lion's Club Barbecue, sidewalk sale, arts and crafts, children's activities and games, live entertainment, golf tournament, fire department demonstration and Grand Parade Saturday evening. Have you ever seen 5,000 prize-filled ping pong balls fall from the sky? well this is your opportunity!

PrideFest June 23 - June 24, 2012 St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Here in St. Louis, our annual PrideFest celebration is our biggest and most popular event of the year, attracting 80,000 to 100,000 attendees from across our region, our state, our country and even a few international visitors. We’ve become an annual tradition, providing an opportunity for the entire lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community to come together with a spirit of diversity and tolerance.

Livingston Roundup Parade July 02, 2012 Livingston, Montana, USA

Categories include themes, patriotic, horses, antique cars, classic cars, weird and wacky floats and community organizations.

An Old Fashioned 4th July 04, 2012 Blaine, Washington, USA

Street Fair with craft & commercial vendors, live music, food, childrens rides & activities, car show,grand parade, historic ferry rides.

Lake Country Freedom Festival July 04, 2012 Eatonton, Georgia, USA



<>Splashes & Sparks July 04, 2012 Palm Bay , Florida, USA

Food Vendors,Craft & lots of childrens Games,Bounce Houses Food and fun for all come on down and enjoy the day

West Fest July 07 - July 08, 2012 Chicago, Illinois, USA

West Fest- local’s the thing! If there is a street festival in Chicago that accurately reflects its surrounding community- West Fest would be it. ‘Urban sophistication’ is the watch phrase to describe this colorful, eclectic and lively event. West Fest is a two-day party that offers continuous high quality entertainment for kids, parents, young singles, and even pets. And just like the community it celebrates, there is nothing cookie-cutter about West Fest. Each element of the festival contains a local, home-grown element. For starters- the music is produced by Empty Bottle Productions, a fact that guarantees a musical line-up that will thoroughly satisfy even the most cutting-edge of musical tastes –and one that will rival any festival in the city for sheer quality and imagination. In addition to the Empty Bottle Mainstage- there is a DJ Stage- produced by BassByThePound- possibly the world’s finest drum n’ bass DJ crew. Both stages are packed from the moment the festival opens until the last notes are played. Word about West Fest’s high quality music program has quickly spread-drawing attendees from all over the region and puts this festival on track to achieve legendary status. The festival’s emphasis on ‘local’ and ‘unique’ is underscored by the variety of more than 80 neighborhood artists, restaurants and shops that set up booths to offer the best of West Town food and merchandise. Attendees from outside the area get a real sampling of all the treasures that this neighborhood has to offer. Kids, pets and charity…. Just as West Fest enjoys it’s reputation for high quality, cutting edge musical entertainment, West Fest is also known, a bit incongruously, for its Kid Fest, a fest within a fest that offers a stage with continuous live kid-centric entertainment, pony rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, face painting and more. Other elements of West Fest that have become hugely popular are PetFest and PUPFest. These two ‘fests within a fest’ focus on urban pets. PetFest offers pet product vendors, canine bathing, and lots of pet activities with proceeds going to charity. PUPFest (Protecting Urban Pets) is run by West Town’s own Doggy Style Pet Shop. PUPFest offers focuses on keeping the urban pet healthy, safe and happy. Proceeds benefit animal charities.Theme: Summer party! Components: • National music headliners on Mainstage produced by Empty Bottle Productions • DJ Stage produced by BassByThePound • KidFest • PetFest • More than 80 food and merchandise vendors

West Chicago Railroad Days July 12 - July 15, 2012 West Chicago, Illinois, USA

A Wonderful Time Warp…... The whole experience of West Chicago RR Days is like taking a backward trip on a time machine- a trip to a kinder, gentler, more innocent time and place- where kids are safe on the street, where everyone knows their neighbors, where the words ‘community’ and ‘neighborhood’ have real meaning, and where diversity is whole heartedly embraced and truly celebrated. In fact, a visit to this event can have the effect of renewing one’s faith in the ideal of small town America. Railroad Days is the ultimate community festival- in which all forms of summer fun are featured- and the entire town participates. The event is going into its 39th year attracting more than 100,000 people over 4 days in July. Railroad Days has a major draw for every age group- something for every member of the family- from toddlers to grandmothers- to thoroughly enjoy. The overview of Railroad Days is: great food, great, free live music, big summer fun, and huge community participation. Railroad Days draws crowds from all over DuPage County and especially from the neighboring towns of Geneva, St. Charles, Elgin, Aurora and beyond. Event demographics are one of the best features of this event: 50% general market/ 50% Hispanic middle income families. The Hispanic population is established and dates back 170 years. The Components: Free Concerts Every Day… The festival offers free concerts all four nights of the event featuring national music headliners augmented by some of the regions hottest local bands. Musical headliners such as Daryl Stuermer and Genesis , Lonnie Brooks, Molly Hatchet, Edgar Winter, the Buckinghams, Mickey Dolenz and Davey Jones and the Monkees, Peter Noone and Hermans Hermits, have packed the concert area year after. Big Carnival… The event puts on the largest and highest quality carnival in the area- covering more than 2 acres and featuring the latest rides and attractions including a special kids area. The carnival area is packed from the moment the event opens until its closing minutes. The Parade…. One of the biggest features of Railroad Days is it’s elaborate, colorful, and lively parade- which traditionally steps off at 1PM on Sunday winding through downtown and funneling into the event gates. More than 100 slots are filled.. and the entire community lines the parade route. Fine Arts…. An art gallery, The Fine Arts Fiesta, made up of works by area artists, is hosted by the Reed Park Park District Building which is centrally located on the event site. Anyone, no matter what their training or skill, is invited to show a piece of their work and cash prizes will be awarded to the top three works in each category. Beer Garden… The event serves up it’s beer in an atmospheric beer garden patterned after the European tradition. The Beer Garden covers several acres and gives visitors a perfect setting to enjoy an ice cold beer with their neighbors on a hot summer evening. Fireworks! A major e

Annual Duck Race July 15, 2012 Farmington, Michigan, USA

Annual Rubber Duck Race to raise money for local youth programs.

St. Josephs Ox Roast Fair July 20 - July 22, 2012 Mantua, Ohio, USA

The largest, three-day fair in Northern Portage County is where youll enjoy delicious food and find family fun for all ages. Except for the carnival rides and games, part of the tractor pull events, and security, all booths and events are operated by St. Joseph volunteer families and friends. Delicious Food, Live Entertainment, Karaoke, Rides, Games, Contests and Giveaways, Indoor Casino, Instant Bingo, $7,000 Main Raffle Drawings, Big Midway, Truck and Tractor Pulls, Trade Booths, Clean Grounds, Security, Fun for the Whole Family! St. Josephs Ox Roast Fair directly supports the educational and sacramental ministries of St. Josephs Parish and School.

Macedonian Ethnic Festival July 27 - July 29, 2012 Rochester, New York, USA

The festival features entertainment by famous Macedonian bands and folk dancing groups. Macedonian ethnic food such as MACEDONIAN KEBOPS is available, as well as many varieties of Macedonian baked goods such as ZELNIK, BAKLAVA & TULUMBI. Alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages are available. Register for free door prizes every day. There are games available for children and games of chance for adults. A large exhibit of Macedonian heritage and history will be on display.

Coast Guard Festival July 27 - August 05, 2012 Grand Haven, Michigan, USA

The Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival is a 501 (c) 3 organization whose mission is to honor the men and women of the United States Coast Guard. We uphold our mission statement of honor and celebration through a 10 day family focused national military festival held each year at the end of July. From parades, Waterfront Entertainment, and Fireworks, to the National Memorial Service, Street Dance, Birthday Picnic, and Kids Day, the festival allows for reflection, celebration, and solidifying the historical relationship between the Coast Guard and Grand Haven.

High Bridge Homecoming Festival August 17 - August 19, 2012 Wilmore, Kentucky, USA

Festivities include Arts & Crafts, Food Vendors, Demonstrations, Dix River Tours, Car Show, Model Train Exhibit, Children’s Craft Time, Corn Hole Tournament, Park Museum, Silent Auctions, Dessert Auction, Variety of Live Music, Saturday Night Dance, and Martial Arts Demonstrations. Free Public Parking and Free Admission. High Bridge is a historic landmark on the newly created Kentucky River Blueway Trail.

Naperville Last Fling August 31 - September 03, 2012 Naperville, Illinois, USA

In the event business, an insider term for a high quality event like Naperville’s Last Fling is ‘white glove’. Naperville Last Fling is a four- day event of huge proportions that began as a small carnival 32 years ago, and is now the second largest event throughout Chicago’s entire collar county area, attracting more than 350,000 people over Labor Day Weekend, and delivering more than $1M back to the community over the past decade. It’s also an event that makes the end of summer go down a whole lot easier for it’s throngs of attendees. In fact, this event manages to pack an entire summer’s worth of fun into four days– big, big fun for every family member from toddlers to grandparents. No matter what your age or what your particular brand of fun, you will more than likely find it at the Fling. The Concerts: Last Fling books big name, national and international music headliners every day of the festival. For the minimal ticket price of $15, attendees experience world class entertainment in a beautiful, pristine outdoor lawn setting. Big names such as Collective Soul, Blues Traveler, The Bodines, and Gavin McGraw have sold out the venue year after year and night after night. Fling organizers strive to ‘up the musical entertainment ante’ by bringing bigger and bigger name acts each year. Although the Mainstage is where all the big name acts perform, the Fling also produces an ‘Entertainment Stage’ which offers excellent, top quality musical entertainment simultaneously to the Main Stage and, it’s free! The Over-the-Top, Unique Family Funland: Enter the term ‘White Glove’ again… for this is the best way to describe the Fling’s Family Funland. It’s a huge area packed with kid-centric fun. A popular component is the Midwest’s top ranked, high quality petting zoo that offers kids a chance to pet and get up close to exotic and common farm animals including a huge snake and giant rabbits. Another highlight of Family Funland is the unique Percussion Petting Zoo- a thrilling, interactive, percussion show for kids utilizing all manner of percussion including African drums, tambourines, maracas, inflatable bongos, and much more. Family Funland also features a huge chalkboard where kids can scribble and draw, craft tent activities, and a stage offering a steady line-up of quality kid-focused live entertainment. There will be many other unique activities and happenings at Family Funland soon to be announced. The Carnival: Of course there has to be a carnival- and this one more than measures up to the Last Fling quality standard. It covers an entire city block- and features state of the art rides for all ages, as well as games of chance and skill and of course prizes. Business Expo: Last Fling produces a Business Exp which is centrally located and offers local, regional and national companies and brands the opportunity to market and promote themselves to this demographically desirable crowd.

Festival of Children September 01 - September 30, 2012 Costa Mesa, California, USA

A monthlong event celebrating children and drawing attention to over 60 children's charities and the work they do in Orange County

Dublin Charity Cup September 01 - September 02, 2012 Dublin, Ohio, USA

Youth Soccer Tournament

Carry Nation Festival September 07 - September 09, 2012 Holly, Michigan, USA

Queen's pageant, parade, carnival, vendors/crafters, entertainment on main stage, Children's Games, Animal Contest, Pie Eating Contest, "cup" Cake Walk, Talent Contest, Dancing, Historic Play, Farmers market, and much more!

<> Arvada Harvest Festival September 07 - September 09, 2012 Arvada, Colorado, USA

The Arvada Harvest Festival is a three day event in Old Town Arvada. The parade may be the second largest parade in the State of Colorado. It is the second oldest parade and festival in the State. It is a fun grass roots community event that Arvada the 6th largest city in the state really gets into.

Down Home Days in Mason September 13 - September 16, 2012 Mason, Michigan, USA

Join us in historic Mason for Down Home Days featuring a variety of community events each day and on Saturday only, an outdoor show around the Ingham County Courthouse with lots of good festival food and entertainment.

ChickFest September 14 - September 15, 2012 Pittsburg, Texas, USA

ChickFest attracts approximately 3,500 people. ChickFest is named in honor of Pilgrim’s Pride, whose world headquarters is located in Pittsburg. It includes a golf tournament, hot dog lunch, carnival, parade and classic car show, Chicken Cook-off, bike run, live entertainment with local and regional Christian music acts, a Pittsburg Hot Links eating contest, bounce houses, a Kids Activities Center and more. The downtown streets are blocked off and commercial vendors set up on the streets in front of the downtown businesses from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday only. The carnival is held Friday from 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Rainier Mountain Festival September 15 - September 16, 2012 Ashford, Washington, USA

Music, games for kids, demonstrations, used equipment sale, Salmon Bake, and much much more.. . Great deals on Mount Rainier rental inventory. Over 18 Everest Summitteers will be at the event. Mingle and ask questions, watch slideshows with mountaineering legends. Considered one of the classic 5 mile runs in the area, join us on Sunday morning. This course can be run or walked and you can download a registration form here. Compete for cash prizes in mountain events such as speed climbing, sled pull, and erect-a-tent. Get helpful hints from Mountain Guides about all sorts of mountaineering techniques such as fitting a backpack, stove selection, boot fitting, water filtration, securing a tent against bad weather, and selecting food for your adventure. Personal video and slide presentations by mountaineering legends. Enjoy BBQ and live entertainment all day long with local bands and micro brews. Kids Games: Great fun for all kids. There will be a free rock wall to climb, inflatable bounce house, and kids games. It’s all fun and it’s all free.

Freedom Rally September 15, 2012 Boston, Massachusetts, USA

The Boston Freedom Rally is an annual event in Boston, Massachusetts. Held on the third Saturday in September, it is traditionally the second largest annual gathering demanding marijuana law reform in the United States, after the Seattle Hempfest. It is organized by the Massachusetts Cannabis Reform Coalition (MASS CANN), the Massachusetts state affiliate of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws also known as MASS CANN/NORML. The first Freedom Rally was held in 1989 in North Adams, Massachusetts. The second was on the dock beside the USS Constitution. The third was held in front of the Massachusetts State House on Beacon Street and the fourth, in 1992, was held on Boston Common at the Parkman Bandstand. In 1995 the Freedom Rally moved to its current location across the Common on the Carty Parade Field.

Central Texas Kids Expo September 28 - September 29, 2012 Belton, Texas, USA

September 26, 2009 Central Texas Families will come to the Central Texas Kids located at the Bell County Expo Center in Belton,Texas to see the latest in what is new for 2009 in products, fashion,innovations and services in family health care, education, dance &gymnastics, safety, entertainment,and fun! In the past 2 years Central Texas families have donated almost 10,000 pounds of canned food though the Food For Families Food Drive run by Longhorn Council Boy Scouts at the event. 132 Volunteers including kids help run the event. Over 12 Kids Characters including Cinderella,Clifford, Spiderman, Batman, elmo,Kung Fu Panda & Sponge Bob will greet kids through out the day. New for 2009 an additional stage has been added for education and will feature 3 performances by Sea World San Antonio. The stage will be located in the new Outdoor Zone! This year the Kids Expo will also focus on our moms. New Momprenuer Booths, Mom's Night Out Party Friday September 25th with live entertainment, and a huge Just Between Friends Consignment Sale beginning September 25th through September 27th. Saturday morning will kick off with the 8:00am Kids Character Breakfast featuring 12 different favorite characters. 10:30 Nana Puddin presents Ventriloquist and Puppeteer Amanda Cowles encouraging kids to reach up and reach out!12:00 The Texas American Girl Style Show and luncheon is a multi generational style show that presents Texas history through fashion and style today.2:00 Amazing Basketball Wizardry of Dave "Travelin" Davlin who has performed for various NBA teams including the Dallas Mavericks, the Detroit Pistons, the Miami Heat, the Los Angeles Clippers, the San Antonio Spurs,the Seattle Supersonics, the Atlanta Hawks, the Washington Wizards and the New Jersey Nets. He has also performed at the Olympics and holds a Guiness World record. The show is capped off by Dave sharing about the importance of believing in one's self and using one's talents while finding the courage to overcome the pressure to use drugs.A special emphasis is placed on education and the importance it plays in determining success or failure in a person's life. The Central Texas Kids EXPO addresses many of the most challenging education, safety & health issues families’ face today in a fun, interactive and exciting forum through the Health Zone with free immunizations, Safety Zone and new this year the Outdoor Zone. Over 100 Exhibitors will have free activities, products or prize drawings for kids. The Expo gives local kids a large main stage to perform on along with award winning entertainment while kids danced with their moms & dads. This is a day for Central Texans to focus on our greatest resource. Our Kids.

Southern Fried Festival September 28 - September 29, 2012 Columbia, Tennessee, USA

Three music stages, Kid Zone, Arts & Crafts vendors, Commercial vendors, Cooking Challenge, Food vendors and much more.

Cape Charles Fall Festival September 29, 2012 Cape Charles, Virginia, USA

Festivities begin with a parade at 10 a.m. followed by activities which include the Mason Avenue ArtWalk, book signings by area authors, a Kids Event Central, pony rides and a mini petting zoo for the children, and a variety of other activities. Cape Charles retail businesses and restaurants will be open in support of the festival.

ROAR Into Toad Suck Motorcycle Rally October 05 - October 07, 2012 Conway, Arkansas, USA

FREE to the public. ROAR into Toad Suck for Motorcycles, Music & Art. Hosted by ABATE 17 there will be vendors, live music, two poker runs, antique bike show, ride in bike show, Harley-Davidson test rides, two 50/50 pots, door prizes & more. Music includes Dirty Dozen Brass Band (www.dirtydozenbrass.com), Breaking Eden (www.myspace.com/breakingeden2) & more. Proceeds from ROAR will be shared with Bethlehem House in Conway. Both ABATE 17 & Bethlehem House are 401c non-profit organizations. Sponsorships & vendor spaces still available. Conway ArtsFest is same weekend with film festival, art shows, live music & more.

Kroozinationals October 06 - October 07, 2012 Huntington, Indiana, USA

OVER 100+awards! vendors galore! nice door prizes! entertainment! BIG DADDY ROTH MEMORIAL 09 "SPECIAL GUEST" ILENE ROTH..GREAT RATFINK PARTY! PINSTRIPERS REUNION & CHARITY AUCTION! $2,400 RAISED FOR CHARITY IN 2008. ALL PINHEADS WELCOME! AIR BRUSH ARTISTS! FOOD CONCESSIONS! MODEL CAR & TRUCK CONTESTS! CLUB GAMES! NEON CONTEST SATURDAY 7PM, FLAME THROWERS, MUFFLER RAPPING, MOON-PIE RUN '09 TUG-O-WAR! SOUND-OFF, HYDRAULICS, BIKINI CONTEST! GIVEAWAYS! DEALER DISPLAYS! FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL........

Cataract Bean Dinner Festival October 06 - October 07, 2012 Cataract, Indiana, USA

Cataract Volunteer Fire Department 42nd annual fundraiser. 700 pounds of Beans w/ ham and cornbread cooked over an open fire, over 100 craft, tool, and antique vendors plus 7 other food vendors.

Atlanta Pride Celebration October 13 - October 14, 2012 Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Over 40 years of history, over 150,000 people and your opportunity to celebrate at the largest Pride event in the Southeast. Atlanta Pride Festival provides high volume marketing opportunities to an LGBT consumer group from metro Atlanta and the surrounding region. All weekend long the festival marketplace, live entertainment (including nationally-known acts), and a lively parade on Sunday turn Atlanta into a true celebration of community and diversity.

Wright City Lumberjax Festival October 13, 2012 Wright City, Oklahoma, USA

We have arts/craft, children games, inflatables, forestry events, local vendors, pancake breakfast, softball tournament, horseshoe tournment, 5k run, basketball toss, and many different types of food items. Come to our town and enjoy the festival.

Squeaky Wheel Tour October 17 - November 04, 2012 Anaheim, California, USA

19 days, 100s of artists all over the world profiling missing children and adults. SWT is a grass roots effort to gain attention for hundreds of missing childen and adults whose disappearances do not have the scandal, intrigue, or national appeal to garner the attention of the public. This is an amazing opportunity that we have right here and right now to gain public attention for the missing, which will in turn create momentum and hope for us all. The Squeaky Wheel starts here. . .with me, with you. . .we have the power to make a difference both individually and collectively. We are the families of the missing, the artists and communities who care about the missing, the non-for-profit organizations dedicated to the missing, and the media who sees that attention is needed to bring someone home. Join us - attend a concert, spread the word, and help us bring the missing home!

Palm Springs Pride Festival and Parade November 03 - November 04, 2012 Palm Springs, California, USA

Family friendly gay pride festival and parade. Food vendors, Entertainment, Author's Village, 3 Entertainment Venues. Something for everyone.