ABOUT HARRY FEST
“If you take the time to walk in, you will float out”
Harry Fest is an event that reflects the human spirit and the appreciation for what we have. It is a carefree day to spend with family, friends and neighbors in a beautiful outdoor setting. It’s the energy and passion of live music, the smell and smoke of foods being grilled on an open fire and the sound of laughter from people of all ages. In essence, Harry Fest is the culmination of all things Harry.
Our slogan, “Eat, drink and be Harry” goes beyond the love Harry had for food, fun, friends, family and laughter. We all realize we are going through some challenging economic times. The problem is we keep using it as an excuse to do nothing instead of a reason to take action.
When Harry was nine, he took what amounted to half his net worth and bought a struggling classmate a pair of new shoes. He placed them in his locker anonymously forgoing the recognition and accolades associated with doing something so kind. Harry knew he had everything that was truly important; a family that loved him unconditionally, great friends, and the belief that anything was possible.
This is the spirit of Harry Fest.
Things to know about Harry Fest
- Gates open at noon
- FREE admission
- Midway open Noon to 7:00 PM
- If weather dictates, we will be indoors (all entertainment remains the same if indoors)
- Bring blankets, lawn chairs…the hill is a great place to sit back and enjoy the event!
- No coolers allowed
- No unsupervised children
- Adult and non-adult beverages served all day/all night
- Live music from 12:00 to 7:30 PM
- Silent Auction runs all day
The Harry Fest Agenda
Live Music!
Line Up
12:00-12:45-Dani Jamerson
1:00-1:45-Los Bandits de Michigan
2:00-2:45-Mid Lief Crisis
3:00- 3:45-Unions Blues
4:00 - 4:45-Small Town Son
5:00-6:30-Harry Stout All Star Band
2:15 - 2:30 - Three Legged Race
3:15- 3:30 - Amy Winter Courage Award/Mike Mollitor Volunteer Awards
6:30 - 1,000 Balloon Launch & Dedication
Noon - 6:00 - Silent Auction! Amazing packages at incredible prices! Gas Grills, Restaurants, Trips, Golf, His and Her Pampering, Night on the Town, Movies and more!
Souvenirs
Make sure you purchase one of our custom Harry Fest 19 tee shirts! Every year we use one of Harry’s original drawings from his childhood as the design for the shirt. The shirts are donated by Kalamazoo Sportswear so 100% of the purchase goes to our causes!
We also have tee shirts from previous years, books, beads and other items that you can purchase that go directly to our efforts!
Food & Beverages
Harry loved food! One of the best things about Harry Fest is the abundance of delicious, hot off the grill foods at amazingly low prices! It may be the best food value you will ever experience at an outdoor event and oh so incredible!
• Harding’s Market Bratwurst
• Papa’s Italian Sausage
• Sobie Meats All Beef Hot Dogs
• ˝ Pound Cheeseburgers• Plainwell Ice Cream
• Quantum Foods BBQ Ribs! (A sell-out at Harry Fest 18)
• Vegetarian Items
• Popcorn
• Chips
• Soda Pop and Ice Cold Water
- • Full Bar including fabulous Arcadia Brewing Ales!
The Midway (unlimited rides for only $ 7.00)
• Mechanical Bull
• Children’s Obstacle Course
• Giant Slide
• Bonzi Bikes
• Trampoline Thing
• Pedestal Joust
• Other Midway Attractions and Games
