Braidwood Lions Summerfest

Braidwood Lions Summerfest was like, totally awesome

Published by admin on Tue, 07/18/2023 - 4:56pm

Throwing back to the beginning, the Braidwood Lions celebrated the 42nd Annual Summerfest with “An 80s Rewind” theme.

And, despite a storm that shut things down a little early on Friday night, the four day event proved to be totally tubular.

The festival kicked off on Thursday with a gnarly rock and blues dance party thanks to DJ Roy Gregory, while the food court, carnival rides, beer garden and bingo left folks enjoying themselves to the max.

Summerfest arrives this week!!

Published by admin on Tue, 07/11/2023 - 3:40pm

When the Braidwood Lions Summerfest Hometown Proud Parade steps off this Sunday, Rich Bieda will lead the way as this year’s Grand Marshal.

The members of the Lions presented Bieda with a certificate last week commemorating the event.

Braidwood Lions Summerfest fast approaching with a Totally 80s vibe

Published by admin on Tue, 06/27/2023 - 4:36pm

It’s almost time!

As July approaches and summer heats up, the final preparations are being made for this year’s Braidwood Lions Summerfest.

This year’s theme goes back to the festival’s roots more than four decades ago—An 80s Rewind.

The festival takes over Old Smokey City Park July 13-16.

Summerfest rolls into Braidwood

Published by admin on Tue, 07/12/2022 - 3:07pm

It’s back!

A sure sign that it’s summer in Braidwood, the annual Braidwood Lions Summerfest kicks off this week at Old Smokey City Park, starting Thursday, July 14.

Summerfest Operations Coordinator Josh Bolatto said the club is excited about this year’s lineup, following a Summerfest that exceeded expectations in 2021.

“After having the best year we’ve ever seen last year, we’re hoping that this year’s festival will be the same,” Bolatto said. “This year’s Summerfest is jammed packed with activities and entertainment for the entire family.”

Braidwood Lions Summerfest Grand Marshals chosen

Published by admin on Tue, 06/28/2022 - 3:30pm

As July rolls in, the countdown is on for the 2022 Braidwood Lions Club Summerfest.

Organizers continue to put the final touches and details on this year’s festival, with the theme “A Tropical Extravaganza.” And, one crowd favorite now has its leaders.

On June 27, Lions Club Secretary and Summerfest Operations Coordinator Josh Bolatto announced the Grand Marshals for this year’s Hometown Proud Parade.

Braidwood Lions Summerfest not a guarantee, but planning underway

Published by admin on Tue, 01/12/2021 - 3:45pm

The temperatures are hovering around freezing and there’s snow on the ground.

But planning for the Braidwood Lions Summerfest is underway.

However, unlike in years past when plans were just starting to kick into high gear as the new year arrived, this year’s festival remains at the mercy of the pandemic.

The 2020 festival had to be canceled due to gathering restrictions put in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic remains at the forefront as organizers look ahead to 2021.