FENNVILLE—Food, local beer, wine and cider and some “burnin” fun will bring thousands of people to downtown Fennville for the 34th annual Goose Festival Oct. 12-14.
“We are proud to have a low-cost, family-friendly showcase of what is great about Fennville,” said Amy Cook, festival organizer and chairperson of the Downtown Development Authority. “It is a celebration of our local entrepreneurs; food, beer, wine, cider and music—much of which is homegrown and locally produced—presented in a carnival/fair setting.”
Fennville’s downtown is transformed annually to greet more than 5,000 visitors for a celebration with games and rides, live music, vintage car show, arts and crafts and a 5K run.
New this year is the Goose Saloon, a fenced -in area with food and beverages along Main Street. It will include food vendors, alcohol sales and an entertainment stage.
“Instead of a separated area for alcohol, we decided to pattern the festival after many of our local wineries/breweries/cideries and create a space where music, food and beverages are shared and celebrated,” Cook said.
The Goose Saloon and carnival open at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12. Opening ceremonies for the festival are 6 p.m. at the Main Stage downtown.
The community Goose Festival parade is 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, down Main Street.
“We are always excited about the parade and the wide selection of live music acts draws many fans,” Cook said.
At 9:15 p.m., the West Michigan Burnerz of Grand Haven will perform their own style of pyrotechnics with flames and sparks along Main Street. According to organizers, the show is best enjoyed close-up.
For a full event schedule, pick up a copy of the Oct. 4, 2018, issue of The Allegan County News or subscribe to the e-edition.