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Kids Zone Activities

This year, we’ve carved out an area where various kids activities will take place throughout the festival weekend. Each of the attractions listed below will be located at or near the Countryside Pharmacy lot on the corner of Main & Mill St. All events are provided free of charge for children and their families to enjoy. A big thank you to the sponsors and hosts that helped make it all happen!

Inflatable Adventures Bounce Houses

Head downtown on Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and enjoy some free bounce house fun up until the Firefighter’s parade begins.

This event is free of charge, courtesy of Homes by Jones Team – Ensley Real Estate.

Touch-A-Truck

As we await the Firefighter’s parade on Friday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., kids will enjoy some extra special time getting up close to these trucks meeting their heros that drive them, from emergency response vehicles to heavy duty construction equipment!

This event is free of charge, sponsored by several organizations with BIG TRUCKS!

Carnival

On Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. come visit the Kids Zone to enjoy some free bounce house fun, carnival games, chalk art, and more!

Bounce Houses brought to you by Lincoln Lake Baptist Youth Camp and The Springs Ministry Camp;
Games and Activities hosted & sponsored by local churches

Balloon Twisting

Children won’t want to miss this chance to have their choice of balloon creation made before their very eyes by balloon artist Leilani Alexander on Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

This event is free of charge, courtesy of CHO Provisioning.

Scavenger Hunt

Stop by the Information Booth to pick up an activity sheet with directions, and head out for some festival exploration. When finished, return your findings back to the Information Booth. This activity will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Each child will receive a treat after completing their mission, and all participants will be entered to win a grand prize at the end of the event. Happy Hunting!

This event is free of charge, brought to you by the City of Stanton DDA; grand prize sponsored by Montcalm Community College.

Upcoming Events

Aug
7
Thu
6:00 PM SOFD 2025
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13
Thu
6:00 PM SOFD 2026
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