Welcome to the Family Festival!

Looking for a memorable day out with your loved ones?

Our multi-church Family Festival is designed with you in mind—a celebration where every generation can laugh, learn, and connect.

What’s in Store?

  • Kid’s Zone: Watch your children light up with excitement inside four giant bounce houses. This area is packed with smiles!

  • Robots in Action: High school robotics clubs—including St. Joseph and others—will showcase real robots. If your kids dream of tech, this is the place!

  • Mind-Blowing Science: Dive into around 10 hands-on experiments that spark curiosity and wonder for the young (and young at heart).

  • Petting Zoo: Rabbits, goats, chickens, and furry friends await—perfect for pet lovers or anyone wanting a moment of joy.

  • Music for All: Tap your feet to live contemporary Christian praise music, creating an uplifting soundtrack for your festival experience.

Food Trucks at the Family Festival

There’s something for every craving at this year’s event! Here’s what you can look forward to in our delicious food truck lineup:

What’s Rolling In?

  • Ben’s Pretzels:
    Serving up jumbo, handcrafted soft pretzels, pretzel dogs, cinnamon & sugar twists, and a mouthwatering variety of dipping sauces. Perfect for a snack while the kids bounce or after petting some friendly goats!

  • Kona Ice:
    Cool off with custom shaved ice treats in every color of the rainbow—a favorite for hot summer evenings.

  • Tom’s Coffee:
    Grab a fresh iced or hot coffee to recharge while enjoying the music and festivities.

  • Smothered and Covered:
    Dive into comfort food classics—think loaded fries, saucy sandwiches, and more made-to-order eats.

  • Hot Dog Cart:
    Satisfy your festival appetite with classic all-beef hot dogs—quick, easy, and always a hit with the kids.

Why Join Us?

  • A Safe, Welcoming Environment
    Relax and spend worry-free time with your community in a friendly setting.

  • Connection Over Competition
    Life gets busy, but here you’ll find the space to reconnect deeply with family and friends.

  • Nature’s Playground
    Let the outdoors rejuvenate you with laughter, music, and wonder all around.

Our Heartbeat

  • Mission:
    To provide a FREE, FUN, FAMILY FRIENDLY FESTIVAL—where kids can explore, families can bond, and everyone enjoys interactive fun.

  • Vision:
    Create a warm and safe space where meaningful connections happen, and lasting memories are made.

  • Purpose:
    In a busy world, take a day to truly “be present.” Share joyful moments, marvel at God’s creation, and let music and laughter fill the air.

Charity Feature: Benton Harbor Success Movement

**This year, our festival spotlights a local hero making a difference—the Benton Harbor Success Movement (BHSM). If you’re passionate about building a stronger community and supporting families, don’t miss your chance to learn more, get involved, and give back!

Who Are They?

  • Benton Harbor Success Movement is dedicated to empowering local families in Benton Harbor through lifelong learning opportunities. They focus on giving people the tools they need for lasting success.

  • Their projects are unique—featuring inventive, hands-on experiences and real professional exposure. Through peer-to-peer engagement, they help families and individuals reach their potential.

How Can You Get Involved?

  • Visit Their Booth:
    Stop by the BHSM booth to meet their team, discover their recent projects, and find out how you can help.

  • Listen In On Stage:
    Between musical acts, BHSM will share their mission directly from the stage—hear firsthand the stories and successes that make this organization special.

  • Contribute if You Can:
    BHSM is a registered 501(C)3 nonprofit. If you feel moved to support their work, donations are welcomed right at their booth.

Why Feature BHSM?

  • Raising Awareness:
    We want everyone in our community to know about the powerful work happening in Benton Harbor.

  • Building Connections:
    By partnering with BHSM, we’re giving festival-goers a way to not just have fun, but also give back to families in our community.

Take a moment during the festival to connect with the Benton Harbor Success Movement—your support could help spark a new path for Benton Harbor families!

Home Field Rules

To keep our festival safe, fun, and welcoming for everyone, please review and follow these simple guidelines:

  • No coolers allowed: Please leave your food and beverage coolers at home to help us manage space and safety.

  • No weapons of any kind: We’re committed to creating a safe environment for all attendees.

  • No alcohol permitted: This is a family-friendly event—thank you for respecting our alcohol-free space.

  • Supervise young children: All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult or someone over 16 years old at all times.

  • Pet policy: Small dogs on a leash are welcome! Please make sure to clean up after your pet and keep them close by.

  • No fighting: We want everyone to have a great time—let’s all practice kindness and respect.

Let’s work together to make the festival enjoyable for every guest—thank you for following these rules and helping our community shine!