Familienfest • Family Fest

German Fun & Games for the Entire Family!

Saturday June 12, 2010 • 11:00AM-2:00PM

Headwaters Park, Fort Wayne

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day at Germanfest 2010! Scale a climbing wall or ride the Titanic Adventure slide provided by Ultrazone of Fort Wayne. Try your soccer skills with The Plex, compete in the Balloon Stomp, or the new Gerken Splatt sponsored by Sechler's Pickles. The parakeet mascot from Crazypinz will be there too; shake his wing and get a free couopon!

TIME

EVENT

11:00AM

The Suzuki Strings. Students ages 5 to 14 will be performing folk songs and classical pieces by German composers on violins, violas, and cellos. You will be amazed by the quality performance of these young musicians!

11:00AM

Gerken Splatt! New this year is Gerken Splatt, a Pickle Paddle Game sponsored by Sechler's Pickles. Do you like 'em sweet or sour?

11:00AM

Sentimental Journey will provide free horse-drawn Carriage Rides for all.

11:00AM

The Shire of Shadowed Stars. The Society for Creative Anachronism will enthrall you with demonstrations of combat and dancing typical of German life in the Middle Ages. Stroll the display gallery and see a slice of medieval history brought to life!

12 NOON

Mark's Ark presents a variety of critters and creatures in an entertaining, hands-on show with humor and fun for children of all ages.

12 NOON

Magician Jim Barron, the Tri-State's funniest magical entertainer, will amaze you and make you laugh - a rare combination of magical comedy!

12 NOON

Fun Festival Kiddie Rides by Miller Family Amusements (Noon-8:00PM).

12 NOON

Paint it German - Face painting at its finest by Sweetcakes Comedy Entertainment Company (Noon-9:00PM).

12 NOON

Balloons to the Moon: Local artist Kevin Harris will entertain young and old alike with his unusual and unique ballon sculpting (Noon-9:00PM).

1:00PM

Ventriloquist & Magician Mary Eber. Back by popular demand in an expanded engagement is Mary Eber. Be prepared for the pleasantest of surprises when this youthful performer gets going!