MONT ALTO – The Mont Alto Volunteer Fire Department is hosting its 50th annual Fireman’s Carnival Friday, June 13, through Saturday, June 21. The event takes place at the Richard K Sleicher Event Complex, next to the firehouse at the intersection of S. Main and Walnut streets.
The milestone celebration features rides for all ages by Snyder’s Attractions, a variety of food options including homemade soups, carnival games and nightly 25-cent bingo. Live entertainment performing every evening throughout the carnival’s run.
Admission and parking are free. Fireworks are scheduled for Friday, June 20, at 9:45 p.m., with June 21 set as the rain date.
Pay-one-price ride wristbands, which allowed for unlimited rides on the day of purchase, were available daily. On Monday, June 16, Family Night offered $5 off regular wristband prices. Individual ride tickets also were available.
A photo gallery (see below) showcases the highlights from the carinal. The lineup for nightly entertainment included Derek Heidel on June 13, Hot Fun on June 14, Wallacetown Five on June 15, Bobby D & the Truckstop Burritos on June 16, The Reagan Years on June 17, Great Train Robbery on June 18, The Amish Outlaws on June 19, Dean Crawford & The Dunn’s River Band on June 20 and Chad Laughlin Band on June 21.
