St. Clair SummerFest in Michigan Promises to Be Better Than Last Year

One again, the big race weekend events will be back in the beautiful town of St. Clair, MI. After successful years in the past, the St. Clair SummerFest just keeps getting bigger and better each year. This year's events will kick off on Wednesday, July 25^th and will go through Sunday, July 29^th.. There is something for every one of all ages happening around town during this weekend long event. Entertainment will range from concerts to BMX stunts to magical show.

On Wednesday, the carnival arrives, courtesy of McDonagh Amusements. There will be over 20 rides and games to entertain the kids. The carnival is located in the Riverview Plaza parking lot. The carnival will run through Sunday, the 29^th. There is also a kids parade at 5:00 p.m. Thursday and Friday is when the offshore racing boats start to arrive in town. They will be parked throughout the city of St. Clair for your viewing pleasure. The beer and hospitality tents will be open on Friday - Sunday as well. Events such as the carnival and the vendors set up along the boardwalk will run from noon to Midnight Wednesday through Sunday. Friday night is also when the concerts begin for the SummerFest. There will be a barge placed in the river, near the boardwalk, where the bands will perform. Friday night's concert will be headlined by Michigan's own Uncle Kracker. It is scheduled to start at 7:00 pm. Many of the bars in St. Clair will also be hosting parties throughout the weekend.

Saturday is when the boats will actually be zooming up and down the St. Clair River. This is the 13^th year for the races to be taking place in St. Clair. The races are set to start at 2:30 p.m. for the timed speed runs. This goes until 4:00 p.m. From 4:00 - 5:00 p.m., the Red Bull Stunt team will be performing aerial acrobats. All along the boardwalk, there will be vendors set up as well. They will be selling everything from elephant ears and ice cream to pitas and burgers. There will be plenty to eat and drink for everyone. The concert taking place Saturday night will be 80's rockers, The Romantics.

The actual races take place on Sunday, beginning at noon. There will be a series of racing consisting of three races. Boats will hit speeds up to 200 mph as they cruise up and down the St. Clair River. Additionally, Sunday's concert will be headlined by country twosome Bomshel. Music will be from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Another event that will be happening, and has yet to be scheduled will be a BMX bike exhibition. There will also be an inflatable area for the children to play in. Additional sponsors included Detroit's Rock station 101.1 WRIF, Sarnia Port Huron's Rock Station K106.3, Red Bull, Mr. Pita, and National Coney Island. Molson beer, Tiki D's, Pepsi, and Citizens First Bank.

The concerts are free as are the entertainment of watching and enjoying the boat races. Make sure you bring a blanket or lounge chairs, because you are going to want to find a good spot on the boardwalk to sit and take in all the activities.