Midwest Kid Fest

Stop by Island Park and enjoy a day filled with music, laughter, and bright colors as children play and learn at the 26th Annual Midwest Kid Fest. All activities are free! The fest hosts interactive educational booths, life-sized games, an entertainment stage, a petting zoo, strolling entertainment, and more.

The Teddy Bear parade will begin on the north end of Island Park by 1st Ave and travel along a colorful path through the park to kick off the festivities. The parade line-up starts at 10:30 am. Photographs and videos will be taken along the parade route that will be used for future marketing and promotion. Bring a canned food donation to benefit the Great Plains Food Bank to the parade along with your Teddy Bear!

Area businesses and organizations will be set up and ready to play in the park! Stop by to see all the great offerings there are for kids in our community and play a game, make a craft, or learn something new.

Coming back this year, Leika Sensory Creations will be onsite with a sensory-friendly area featuring sensory toys and activities. Bring your blanket and grab a comfortable patch of grass to watch the entertainment being presented by local performers. Navigate the obstacle course, slide, bounce house, and others all day long. Try your luck at a life-size game of checkers, Yahtzee, Tetris, and more! Ride in style! Don't miss out on the free carriage rides and barrel rides around the park.