The 37th Red Hills Festival kicks off on Friday
night as the carnival comes to town. Rides begin around 6 pm. Located on Court Street.
The main event begins at 8:00 am on Saturday with a steady
line up of entertainment throughout the day including: The Sunshine Boys,
Steady On, Dance Expressions, Carrie & Bo, Shank & Maim, Gondoliers,
Trinity Rosalas, First Baptist Church Youth praise band and prince Voices of
Victory. A full schedule and times can
be seen by clicking here.
This year’s festival has been moved to Main Street and a
large number of vendors are expected. In addition to all the arts, crafts, games and
food, the festival will again include the First United Methodist’s Antique and
Collectibles Show held in the Family Life Building of the Church on West Main,
the Junior Auxiliary’s 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run, the Red Hills Pet Show, The Red
Hills Art Association’s Art Show held at the Winston County Library and of
course, the one and only Red Hills Car Show held in the parking lot of First
Baptist Church.
The Junior Auxiliary’s 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run will begin at
8:00 am on Columbus Avenue near the downtown monument. There is still time to
register and to register at the day of the event. The one mile fun run will
begin at 9:00 am and the awards ceremony will be conducted at the entertainment
stage at around 10:30 am. For more info – click here
The Red Hills Pet show will be held behind the Chamber
building and Library (behind City Hall) from 10:00 till 11:00. This event is
for kids from ages 6-14. There is a $3 entry fee and prizes will be awarded for
more info – click here.
Artwork is exhibited at the Winston County Library every day
and during the Festival as well. A great place to cool off, local artwork from
paintings, photography and other crafts are on display.
The Red Hills Car show is always a huge hit during the
Festival. It will take place at the First Baptist Church parking lot. Registration
starts at 8 a.m. til 1 p.m. Trophies will be given out at 2 p.m. There is a $20
entry fee. For more information, please call Jerry at 662-803-4205 or the
Chamber at 662-773-3921.