PEKIN, Ill. – Pekin’s Marigold Festival is back for its 53rd year…kicking off Wednesday night with the Taste of Pekin.
This year’s theme is Marigold Pep Rally: Team Spirit.
Event Chair Val Springborn says that means tailgating, a pep rally, a carnival and food. Plus, there’s something completely unexpected.
“This year we’re trying something brand new….we’re bringing in water skiers, professional water skiers, and they’re going to do a show at 3 p.m. on Saturday afternoon,” Springborn says.
Saturday’s schedule also includes the Marigold Mile, the Marigold Festival Parade and a Kids experience.
Marigold Festival favorites are back, including Art in the Park, the cardboard boat race, and a pancake and sausage breakfast on Sunday.
Another event is back…Iron Spirit Pro Wrestling.
“They were a huge hit at last year’s festival, and back by popular demand, they will be putting on four different matches…two on Saturday and two on Sunday,” Springborn says.
For a full list of Marigold Festival events, click HERE.
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