(Atlantic) AtlanticFest, presented by First Whitney Bank & Trust, will be held this Saturday, August 14th rain or shine.
Bailey Smith, Executive Director at the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce said, AtlanticFest is an annual festival that serves as a fundraiser for the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce.
Downtown Atlantic will be filled with fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. Come early and start the day off with a run or walk in the Annual Road Race. Registration is from 7 AM – 7:45 AM at 6th and Chestnut Street with the race beginning at 8 AM. A new route will be utilized this year with a map available at www.atlanticiowa.com.
There will be crafters from all over Southwest Iowa, information booths from area organizations, Bingo, provided by Atlantic Business & Professional Women, as well as some of the best food vendors to help satisfy any appetite. Kids can enjoy numerous activities in the park including carnival games, sponsored by United Church of Christ, and with free entertainment on the entertainment stage, you can’t go wrong!
New this year, the Atlantic Hawks RC/Club will be set up in front of the Rock Island Depot, displaying numerous model airplanes. They will be hosting flight demonstrations at 11 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM for spectators to enjoy. The Rock Island Depot is located at 102 Chestnut Street.
The Annual Car Show will honor Kelly Schlake, previous owner of Atlantic Motor Supply (NAPA), with the Kelly Schlake Memorial Car Show, filling Chestnut Street with new and vintage cars. Registration begins at 7:30 AM – 11 AM at 3rd and Poplar Street, with awards beginning at 3 PM.
A full schedule of events can be found at www.atlanticiowa.com as well as the Chamber’s Facebook Page. Volunteer slots are still available as well. Contact the Chamber at 712-243-3017 to learn more.
