22nd Annual Heritage Fest Set for Saturday

Lemont’s 22st annual will make it’s way into Lemont this weekend with a mix of old and new activities.

As has been the norm, the one-day street fair, which runs from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday in downtown , will feature music, food, the Salt Creek Model-A Ford Car Show, and pony rides.

Heritage Fest will kick off at 1 p.m. with the "Kids Stars and Stripes" decorated bike parade. Kids should line up with their bikes at 12:30 p.m. at , 111 Main St. Prizes will be awarded for the best decorations.

From 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., kids can enjoy an array of fun activities, from pony rides and rock climbing to water slides and face painting. There will also be a dunk tank, old-time photos and an opportunity to "smash the car."

New to the festival this year is a zip line for kids, as well as a trackless train.

Over at the Main Stage, a number of talented musical acts will be playing from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Highlights include Lemont teen Conor Matthews, , and cover band '80s Enough.

At 3:30 p.m. a representative from will take the stage for a quick lesson in Zumba, a Colombian dance/fitness program.

Heritage Fest will also feature a craft and vendor market from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Talcott Square, 435 Talcott Ave.

The Main Stage schedule is as follows:

• 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. The Fine Print, Another November
• 2:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Conor Matthews Band
• 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Zumba demo courtesy of Curves
• 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Toyz in Traffic
• 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Cover Junkies
• 9 p.m. - 11 p.m. '80s Enough

For more information, visit www.lemont.il.us, or call 630-243-2700.

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