Hometown Days is a traditional festival held in Burton Park at 1017 Cedar, just a short walk or 2-minute drive from 1501 Cherry Street. This year it will be held on May 19-21, and the dedicated committee has been planning an exciting weekend that brings in locals as well as visitors from all over the Bay Area!
History of Hometown Days
The festival dates back to the fall of 1979, when a group of community volunteer members along with then-Mayor Pat Bennie created an event that aimed to bring people together across the community. The first event took place in September 1980 and it’s grown from strength to strength ever since, bringing in over 12,000 guests from every corner of an increasingly diverse community.
What Can You Expect to See at Hometown Days 2018?
This weekend is brimming with events for every age and interest. This includes – but is not limited to:
Live entertainment – There will be 3 stages featuring live performances from local bands, including indie bands and a High School Battle of the Bands.
Special attractions – Zip line across Burton Park, try and best the mechanical bull, conquer the rock wall, dare to try the Quad Bungee Jump or even walk on water! For younger children, there is also plenty to enjoy, from a train ride and Ferris wheel to a petting zoo and pony rides.
Health and wellness activities – Get in touch with your body with health awareness activities and screening, as well as fun activities and a 100-person drum circle.
Food and drink – There’s something for everyone from the locally-sponsored food and drink stalls, from classic burgers and a beer garden to tacos, ice cream, rootbeer floats, hotdogs and even traditional Hawaiian fare.
And much more – This weekend event has something for everyone, including a Rotary Club 5km fun run, market, pet parade, art stalls and skate park!
Voted the Best Family Festival by media, this is a must-attend community weekend for all San Carlos locals!