The Milan Harvest Festival returns next week, offering five days of family fun, live music, and community spirit — all while raising thousands for local youth programs.
The event runs August 28–September 1 at Camden Park. The event kicks off next Thursday with carnival rides and continues through Labor Day. Next Friday brings the music of Superfly Samurai and headliners Dirt Road Rockers, plus evening bingo at the Camden Center.
Saturday’s schedule features the Battle of the Bands, which features eight high school bands, including Rockridge, Sherrard and United. Then, on Saturday night, the first-ever Quad Cities drone show will take place.
Sunday’s lineup includes a trading card show with 40–50 vendors, live music, a cornhole tournament, and recognition of local unions and city administrators. The evening wraps up with the Milan Fireworks Show at 8:15.
Festival organizers Mark Hemphill and Ray Turkmani emphasize that proceeds benefit youth programs across the Quad Cities area.
For full details, visit Camden Park during the festival or follow the Milan Harvest Festival Facebook page.