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Friday, July 26
Movies in the Park
Sunset (~10pm)
Main Stage
Friday and Saturday evening outdoor movies for the whole family! Set up a spot on the North Cove Park Great Lawn and come watch!
Friday: Trolls Band Together
Saturday: Top Gun Maverick
Saturday, July 29
Lake Stevens Community Band
11:00am - 12:00pm
The Mill
The Lake Stevens Community Band is a 45-piece horn band that was started in 2021. In there first year they performed at the Farmers Market, Light up Lake Stevens, Harvest Fest and Winter Fest. Their concerts are always free and family friendly. The band is under the direction of local conductor, Alan Wiseman and Executive Director, Kate MacKenzie.
Diaper Derby
12:00 - 12:30
Main Stage
PARENTS ~ START YOUR ENGINES
Your little one will go head-to-head with other crawlers as they race across the course to the finish line. What is baby crawl/Diaper Derby?
Baby crawling or commonly known as Diaper Derby races are held around the world. Babies race across the floor, crawling on their hands and knees, enticed by their parents or grandparents at the other end of the track, waving toys, cookies, mobile phones and whatever else they think could entice them to speed along the path.
$$$$ CASH PRIZES $$$$
Pie Eating Contest
3:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Stage
Limited to the first 8 people to sign up, per division!
There will be Three Divisions:
Youth 12-15 Years
Teen 16-18 Years
Adult 19+
$$$$ CASH PRIZES $$$$
Rules:
No hands can be used, participants must keep their hands behind their backs at all times.
The first person to finish his/her pie and stand up will be declared the winner.
Contestants must not touch/eat any pie until the start signal is given.
Judge will decide if pie is actually finished before ending the contest.
In the event of a tie, there will be an “eat off” between the contestants to find the winner.
Watermelon Eating Contest
5:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Stage
Contestants will compete against each other at the same time. The object is to finish a set amount of watermelon, within the 3-minute time limit. At the end of the time limit the person that eats the most watermelon will be declared the winner. Any style of eating is allowed as long as the watermelon is consumed. Any competitor who, prior to the declaration of a winner, “suffers urges contrary to swallowing” is immediately disqualified. Meaning, if you regurgitate or spit up, you’re ejected from the competition. Contestants must not touch any part of watermelon and hands must be behind their back during the contest. Completion of watermelon to be decided by judge(s), not the contestant. Judge(s) will be on hand to assure adherence to the contest rules and to time constraints. The top contestant to consume the most amount of watermelon within the 3 minutes of the start signal will be declared winner. In the event of a tie, those contestants will participate in a sudden death round of eating.
There will be two Divisions, limited to 10 people in each division.
Division 1 - Ages 14-18
Division 2 - Ages 18 & up
$$$$ CASH PRIZES $$$$
Frank McDaniel Memorial Firework Show
10:00pm | Main Stage
Welcome to The Frank McDaniel Memorial Fireworks Show!
Our fireworks show, which delights people of all ages every Aquafest Saturday night, has been sponsored by a group of “angel sponsors” since 2019. These “angel sponsors” cherished their friendship with Frank McDaniel and wanted the fireworks show be dedicated to his memory.
For those in Lake Stevens who knew Frank McDaniel, the following will prompt memories and make you smile; for those who did not have the opportunity to know Frank, your heart will be gladdened to know that he lived.
Frank McDaniel was a lifelong resident of Lake Stevens. He was a husband, father of 2 boys and a father-figure to many more through coaching soccer for many years. Frank loved his family and loved his community. He was a member of Lion’s Club and a ferocious fund-raiser for their causes. And, Frank was involved with Aquafest for as long as people can remember.
He worked since the age of 12, saved his money and used it to help people; in fact, he regularly paid for medications for elderly friends who couldn’t afford them. His first job was working with Charlie at Crosson’s Automotive and later owned the mini-mart right here in downtown Lake Stevens. Everyday Frank would walk with a “wad” of cash from the mini-mart to the bank that used to be in Jay’s Market center and then stopped in at the post office. You could almost set your clock by his routine.
Frank had a contagious laugh - and you ended up laughing too - even if you didn’t know why. It was amazing how he always focused on the positive and saw the best in people.
In 2018, Frank McDaniel succumbed to colon cancer. At his memorial, the Mayor and Police Chief were in attendance, but so were former alcoholics and drug addicts whose lives were changed because Frank listened and loved them with an open heart.
Frank McDaniel was a beautiful man and even in his final days he was jovial and funny and taught us how to live.
So with grateful hearts, let us remember Frank’s love, spirit of community and the exuberant joy that lit up his eyes.
Now you know why some “angel sponsors” in our community have agreed to support this wonderful spectacle that lights up the night and, like Frank, makes us smile.
Please enjoy the Frank McDaniel Memorial Fireworks!
Sunday, July 30
Simon Sez
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Main Stage
The players must obey all commands that begin with the words “Simon says”. If Simon says, “Simon says touch your nose” then all players must touch their nose. However, if Simon says, “jump” without saying “Simon says” first the players must not jump. If they do jump, that player is out until the next game..
Last one “standing” takes home the prize!!!!!!!!
This will be a “winner take all” competition
Two Divisions
- Under 16
- Over 16
$$$$ CASH PRIZES $$$$
Souled Out
2:30pm - 4:15pm
Main Stage
Souled Out is a R & B band featuring a 5-piece horn section, high powered rhythm section, and soulful vocals. We perform all dance covers from classic hits to modern grooves. Soul, funk, blues, rock, disco, from Tower of power and Stevie wonder to Doja Kat and Bruno Mars. We cover it all.