
Downtown Winnfield will be filled with music, food and activities for all during the 8th annual Dugdemona SummerFest this Saturday, June 8, from 4 p.m. until 1l:45 p.m.
Where else would you find a “Pucker Up, Buttercup” Lemonade Stand contest where it’s not just the biting citrus flavor of the drink but the style and presentation by its preparers that wins the award? Look for a Chicken Wing Cookoff, Painting on the Dug, a Pacman Scurry fun run, Cornhole Tournament, activities for kids, vendors, food and more.
Organizers were even hopeful of bringing back some downtown bed races, popular during the Forest Festival heyday. That will hinge on response from appeals to civic groups, churches and ball teams, they say.
To be sure, there will be plenty of music. When SummerFest action kicks off at 4 p.m., Spencer Brunson will first up. Deep Water Rehab will be in full gear at 5:15. Then at 6:30, the sound will be that of Josh Love Trio. Then at 8:15 p.m., the stage will feature La ROXX.
The highlight closer of Saturday’s entertainment will be launched at 10:30 when it’s dark enough for an impressive fireworks display.
Festival activities will be centered on Bevill Street between City Hall and First Baptist. Current weather forecasts call for a warm, partly cloudy day.
