Lake Hiawatha Festival set Aug. 3

The Lake Hiawatha Neighborhood Festival will be held on Wed., Aug. 3, from 5-8pm at Lake Hiawatha Park, 2701 E. 44th St. First started in 1996, this summer will be the festival’s 21st year.

This popular event will again include face painting, hair painting, pony rides for kids under ten years old, caricaturist, and an inflatable moonwalk. The Street Team from the new Dave and Buster’s in Edina at Southdale Mall will be at the festival. They will have candy, prizes, coupons and trinkets from their Winners Circle to give out free to those attending. A Prize Wheel, Plinko Board, and Cornhole/Bean Bag Toss game are also planned. Don’t forget to preregister for the family fitness challenge and the talent contest.

Check the website for more up-to-date information and email if you would like to volunteer.