Plymouth
Indiana
57th Annual Marshall County Blueberry Festival
Arts and Entertainment
July 22, 2023
From: Marshall County Blueberry FestivalMarshall County’s 57th Annual BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL
Held over Labor Day Weekend, the Blueberry Festival is Indiana’s largest 4-day festival!
Mark your Calendars to join us next year for the 57th Annual Marshall County Blueberry Festival August 31 - September 4, 2023
JOIN US FOR THE 57TH ANNUAL BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL!
Come into Centennial Park and enjoy all the festival has to offer. You can stroll through all the craft and commercial booths and buy some jewelry or a sweatshirt or two. Maybe a yard ornament or a special purse is what you are looking for this year. Then head over to the entertainment stages and see some great entertainment while relaxing with a cold beverage and steak tips, a corn dog or blueberry ice cream!
After that, maybe you'd like to watch some softball or a volleyball match, or perhaps the pickleball tournament. We are proud to offer as many different types of sports we can for all ages and skill level. Also, don't forget the Garden Tractor pull is something for everyone as well as the Car Show which is now on Saturday. It is a must see for all car lovers!
The kiddos will want to take in the wonderful carnival which is open Thursday evening thru Monday at closing time.
You won't want to miss the balloon glow Sunday night followed by our fantastic fireworks display. A treat for the entire family. And don't forget to join all the people who come to cheer on the participates of the Blueberry Labor Day Parade and Stomp on Monday morning.
New to the Festival this year . . . Team Zoom Canine Entertainment check out their website www.teamzoom.biz to see what they are all about! They will be performing two shows on Friday, three show on Saturday and Sunday and two shows on Monday.
Blueberry Carnival
What would a festival be without the fun of a great carnival? All Star Amusement provides the Blueberry Festival with the very best in "Iron in the Sky." With thrilling rides for all ages the carnival can truly be a family activity. The carnival runs all weekend long, (times are listed below).
If exciting rides are just what you’re looking for, why not consider purchasing a Carnival MegaPass. The MegaPass is an all-you-can-ride pass good for the duration of the Festival. The pass allows the holder to ride any ride in the carnival from opening until 10pm. It is non-transferable and is only valid for the person whose picture is on the pass.
If you are only planning to attend the carnival for a few hours, then a Pay One Price wristband may be the right choice for you. POP’s are for certain hours of unlimited rides, (times and dates listed below). Both types of passes are available through the Blueberry Festival office a few weeks prior to the festival.
MegaPasses POP’s are pre-sale only and cannot be purchased at the park. Dates of the pre-sale will be listed when they become available.
The carnival has the right to deny entry onto any ride due to weight and height, restrictions are posted at each ride. Once the pass as been created it is non-refundable and is non-replaceable if lost or stolen. Safety and weather concerns may shut the rides at any time. The Marshall County Blueberry Festival® is not responsible for lack of use due to these safety concerns.
Carnival Schedule
For Megapass Holders, POP/Wristbands & Individual Tickets (wristbands are only good for a single day)
Thursday, August 31st; 5pm - 10pm
Friday, September 1st; 5pm - 10pm
Saturday, September 2nd; 11am - 10pm
Sunday, September 3rd; 11am - 10pm
Monday, September 4th; 11am - 6pm
2023 Mega Pass & POP Sales
Prices: Mega Passes August 9th - 26th: $70 • Mega Passes August 28th - 30th: $75
POP (specific day wristband): $25
Mega Passes will NOT be sold after August 30th
POP Wristbands will be available for purchase at the park for $30
NOTE
MegaPasses nor POP Wristbands are valid after 10 p.m. Ticket sales only.
POP Wristband tickets will not be redeemed after 9 p.m. on Thursday & Friday, and after 4 p.m. on Saturday - Monday.
Little Miss & Mr. Blueberry Applications are available, Applications are Due by August 28, 2023
Participants for the 2023 Little Miss and Mr. Pageant must be at least 5 years of age and no older than 8 years of age by September 1, 2023.
2023 Little Miss & Mr. Pageant Application
The last day application will be accepted is August 28, 2023
Marshall County Blueberry Festival Parade
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 - STEP OFF 9:30 A.M. SHARP
2023 Theme: Unifying Our Community Through Appreciation
There is nothing quite like a parade and the Blueberry Festival’s is one of the best. Over 100 units participate in this hometown favorite event. Local high school bands delight the nearly 20,000 spectators with their unique cadences and melodies. Fire trucks, police units, classic cars and antiques tractors are in abundance. Of course there are plenty of floats representing different organizations and festivals including our very own Miss Blueberry & her court. Cheer for the Blueberry Stomp runners as they make their way to the finish line along the parade route. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and sit in the shade of the tree line streets of Plymouth and enjoy the Marshall County Blueberry Festival Labor Day parade!
DEADLINE: AUGUST 14, 2023 - NO EXCEPTIONS!
Parade Applications are now available, all applicatons are Due August 11, 2023, NO EXCEPTIONS.
Blueberry Fireworks
Marshall County Blueberry Festival Firework Extravaganza
This year the Marshall County Blueberry Festival® inconjunction with the Hoosier Lottery will once again bring you a fantastic firework show. The fireworks follow the Balloon Glow on Sunday evening at location 33 on the map. The field by the hill fills up quickly so, make sure to get their early to grab a snack and seat!
OUR FIREWORKS SHOW IS ONE YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!!!!
Hot Air Balloon Launch and “Glow”
Hot Air Balloons grace the sky at the Blueberry Festival every year with multiple group launches throughout the entire weekend!
Don’t miss the Annual Blueberry Balloon Glow presented by ABC 57 on Sunday, September 3rd, staring at 8:00 pm at location 33 on the map.
HOOSIER OLD WHEELS 50TH CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET
Saturday, September 2, 2023 Blueberry Festival
Open to all vehicles, all years, foreign and domestic.
Visit us at: www.hoosieroldwheels.com
Join us for Live Entertainment ALL Weekend long!
We have three stages providing live entertainment throughout the weekend. Our Entertainment Committee is busy working on booking the entertainment. Please revisit this page at a later date for the full schedule
Jefferson Stage
Location 12 on the Blueberry Map
Friday, September 1st
6:00 pm Marshall County Church Orchestra
7:30 pm Talent Show
Saturday, September 2nd
11:00 am Lincoln Legends
12:15 pm John Dudley
1:00 pm MGB
2:00 pm Silly Safari
3:45 pm Quentin Flagg
5:00 pm Triton Jazz Band
6:30 pm This Homemade Conspiracy
Sunday, September 3rd
12:00 pm Crimson Connection
1:15 pm John Dudley
2:00 pm Cool City Band
4:00 pm John Bahler
6:00 pm Justin Staublin Band
Monday, September 4th
12:45 pm John Dudley
1:15 pm Sentimental Journey
2:00 pm Parade Results
2:30 pm Sentimental Journey
4:00 pm Quentin Flagg
Michigan Street Stage
Location 13 on the Blueberry Map
Friday, September 1st
6:00 pm Marshall County Church Orchestra
7:30 pm Talent Show
Saturday, September 2nd
11:00 am Lincoln Legends
12:15 pm John Dudley
1:00 pm MGB
2:00 pm Silly Safari
3:45 pm Quentin Flagg
5:00 pm Triton Jazz Band
6:30 pm This Homemade Conspiracy
Sunday, September 3rd
12:00 pm Crimson Connection
1:15 pm John Dudley
2:00 pm Cool City Band
4:00 pm John Bahler
6:00 pm Justin Staublin Band
Monday, September 4th
12:45 pm John Dudley
1:15 pm Sentimental Journey
2:00 pm Parade Results
2:30 pm Sentimental Journey
4:00 pm Quentin Flagg
Amphitheatre Stage
Location 14 on the Blueberry Map
Saturday, Sept. 2nd
Latino Music
3:00 pm DJ Sonido Fantasio
5:00 pm Doble RR Band
Sunday, Sept. 3rd
Gospel Music
1:00 pm Bahler’s Golden Age Band
2:45 pm The Perry’s
4:00 pm Divinty Trio
5:30 pm Quentin Flagg
Monday, Sept. 4th
Christian Rock
2:00 pm Jacob’s Well
3:30 pm Josh Wilson
Blueberry Bike Cruise
Saturday, September 2, 2023
31, 41, 62-mile routes & a family tour of 16 miles
32nd Annual Blueberry Bicycle Cruise
The Plymouth HS Swimming & Diving is hosting the bicycle tour on Saturday, September 2, 2023, in Plymouth, Indiana. Routes will be available covering 31, 41, 62 miles, and a special "family" tour of 16 miles to the Menominee Monument. The tour has won wide acclaim for being well organized and scenic with outstanding SAGs.
Starting Location
Menominee Elementary School
contact: [email protected]
Welcome to the Annual Blueberry Splash
The Blueberry Splash is a 1-mile open-water swim on Myers Lake, Plymouth, Indiana. All proceeds from this event go toward providing swim lessons to needy kids. This year’s Splash is September 3, 2023.
Event Schedule
Entry Fees
July 1 - August 15, 2023: $30
August 16 - September 3, 2023: $40
Warm Ups
8:45 a.m.
Event Start Time
10:00 a.m.
Registration Entry Due by 8:15 a.m. on Sept. 3rd
Pre-Race Safety Briefing 9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Event Cutoff Time
60 minutes
Wendy Holloway
574.930.6932
Blueberry Stomp
Monday, Sept. 4, 2023
STARTING LINE
All athletes will line up on Michigan St. near the entrance of the KFC parking lot.
RACE TIMES
1-mile Fun Run will start at 8:00 am EST and finish by 8:30 am.
5k & 15k Races will start together at 8:30 am EST
ENTRY FEE
*Shirts sizes only guaranteed with pre-registration
1 Mile Fun Run with T-Shirt: $10; 1 Mile Fun Run without T-Shirt: $5
5K: On or Before 7/31 $30; 8/1 to 9/4 $40
15K: On or Before 7/31 $40; 8/1 to 9/4 $50
ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS AT THE START OF THE RACE. Participants wanting to register on race morning can do so on the website. Be sure to pick up your race packet.
NOTE: There is no longer a mail in registration option.
For additional information please email the race directors at [email protected]
This year’s Beer Garden Hours are
Thursday, August 31st: 5 pm to 12 am
Friday - Sunday, September 1st - 3rd: 11 am to 12 am
Monday, September 4th: 12 pm to 6 pm
Date: AUGUST 31 - SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
Location: Centennial Park
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