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St. Davids Lions Carnival is back, rain or shine
From July 24 to 27, the Lions fairgrounds will be home to carnival games, rides, food, prizes and attractions. DAVE VAN DE LAAR/FILE PHOTO

The St. Davids Lions Carnival will be back for its 61st iteration at the end of the month — and hoping for clear skies.

From July 24 to 27, the Lions fairgrounds will be home to carnival games, rides, food, prizes and attractions. 

Last year’s 60th anniversary was met with heavy rain showers, but organizer Ken Lamb says the club is hopeful for a sunny few days.

“We’re hoping for better weather and we’ve got lots of great things happening,” he said.

“Kicking” the carnival off on Wednesday, July 24, Toronto Argonauts kicker Lirim Hajrullahu will host a kicking and throwing competition alongside other Niagara football players, with prizes and free hotdogs for participants.

“We’re going to give away some autographed footballs, which will be, quite literally, a great way to kick off the carnival Wednesday night,” Lamb said. 

The rest of the carnival will be filled with familiar favourites and the return of the dog show for its second annual competition.

“We’ve had lots of great feedback and this year it’s going to be better than ever,” Lamb said. 

Carnival-goers can look forward to the usual nickel sale, grocery baskets, bingo, a great music lineup and more.

Lamb expressed thanks to all of the community partners, adding that non-perishables will be collected in support of Newark Neighbours’ food bank.

“We look forward to seeing everyone at the 61st annual family carnival.”

juliasacco@niagaranow.com

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