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 Come celebrate our 20th Anniversary, June 12 - 15, 2008
Plan Ahead
Volunteers needed.
Join the Team!
Volunteer Form
 Each year PrairieFest organizers recruit 150 volunteers to help direct traffic, greet at the gates, sell tickets, and keep tables washed and the grounds clean.
PrairieFest volunteers are asked to work just one three hour shift sometime during the weekend, leaving plenty of time to enjoy the event with family and friends. Each volunteer is given a "We Sweat the Small Stuff" volunteer shirt to wear during their shift. This is a great way to give back to your community, meet new friends, and feel a part of Oswegoland's hometown celebration.
Contact Kristie Vest at 630.554.4425 or kvest@oswegolandpd.org with questions.
PrairieFest Parade
"Marking Milestones...Marching On!"
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Information & Registration Forms
 Each year, on the final day of PrairieFest, the parade moves through downtown Oswego showcasing area bands, floats, school and community groups, and businesses and organizations. Thousands of spectators enjoy celebrating family, history, and community with one of the best hometown parades around.
With PrairieFest celebrating a 20 year anniversary, and the Village of Oswego celebrating its 175th birthday, this year's PrairieFest Parade is sure to be a memorable one!
The parade is limited to 65 entries and entry deadline is May 1, 2008. Contact the Oswegoland Park District at 630.554.1010 or email mgienger@oswegolandpd.org to be placed on the mailing list.
The parade is limited to 65 entries. Contact the Oswegoland Park District at 630.554.1010 or email mgienger@oswegolandpd.org to be placed on the mailing list.
PrairieFest 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
June 15, 2008
The 5K race and 1 Mile Fun Run are Sunday, June 15, 2008. The starting gun will sound at 8:30 a.m. with registration beginning at 7:30 a.m.
The race begins at Prairie Point Center off Grove and Plainfield Road. USATF certified course winds through Lakeview. Shirt, ribbon, trophies, and refreshments. Download your race entry or register online at Active.com or through the Park District's online registration system after May 5.
For more information, contact race director Kristie Vest at 630.554.4425 or
kvest@oswegolandpd.org.
PrairieFest Expo Village
Expo Village Invitation
Expo Village Registration
Expo Village Waiver
Showcase your business, craft, or organization to the thousands in attendance during PrairieFest, Oswego's annual hometown celebration held Friday, Saturday and Sunday each Father's Day weekend. Booth space is available in the Expo Village located on the PrairieFest grounds.
New this year, a Friday night option! Participate all three days, or pick your days and pay only for the days you choose!
Contact Lisa Sayles at the Oswegoland Park District, 630.554.4464 or
lsayles@oswegolandpd.org for more information.
 PrairieFest Raft Rally
Raft Rally Registration
Raft Rally Waiver
Rafts and crew gather at Violet Patch Park at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 14th and float to the bridge at Hudson Crossing Park. Entry fee is just $10 per raft.
Individuals, families, neighborhood groups, service organizations, governmental bodies and businesses are all encouraged to put together a crew.
Although anything that floats will do, The Oswegoland Optimist Club challenges you to exercise your imaginations if you want to win the top prize!
Download entry form and waivers or pick one up at Oswegoland Park District offices in May. Registration forms and waivers are also available on site. Each participant must sign a waiver before participating in the event and life jackets are recommended.
The PrairieFest Raft Rally is sponsored by the Oswegoland Optimist Club. Please contact organizers Dick and Deb Krase at 630.554.8799 with questions.
PrairieFest 2008 Car Show
 The PrairieFest Car Show, held Sunday, June 15, is organized by Skeletons in the Closet, Inc. with proceeds to benefit the Kendall County Food Pantry. Cars register before noon and spend the day at PrairieFest. There's plenty for the family to do, so bring them along. Day of registration. Contact Rojean Biltgen at 630.892.2966, for more information.
 Quilter's Dozen Quilt Raffle
Quilt Show Registration Form
The Quilter's Dozen donates a beautiful hand sewn quilt for raffle each year with proceeds to benefit PrairieFest. Raffle tickets are $1 each or 6/$5 and will be on sale at the Civic Center and Prairie Point and at the White School Museum during the Quilt Show. Raffle to be held Sunday, June 15 at 4 pm. Winner need not be present to win.
"Slop to the Top" Co-Ed Mud Volleyball Tournament
Mud Volleyball Information
Mud Volleyball Registration
Mud Volleyball Waiver
Mud volleyball double elimination tournament for 12 co-ed teams of six to eight players each on Saturday, June 14 starting at 9 am at Prairie Point Community Park. Participants must be District 308 residents entering grades 9-12 in the fall of '08 (plus '08 graduating seniors). Sponsored by Oswegoland Optimist Club.
PrairieFest Medallion Hunt
 Maybe THIS will be your lucky year!
Watch for clues to the PrairieFest 2008 Medallion Hunt five weeks before the festival! Clues to its location can be found in the Ledger-Sentinel beginning the week of May 12. Clues build upon each other, so save them all! Clues also posted weekly at Prairie Point, the Civic Center, and right here on the PrairieFest website!
*Kendall County Record, Oswegoland Park District, Universal Expression, Fox Valley Trophy & Awards, and last year's winner not eligible.
Oswegoland Park District...proud to bring you PrairieFest!
See you in June!
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