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In the interest of the safety and enjoyment of all festival attendees, please leave your pets at home.

No dogs or other animals will be allowed on festival grounds.

 

CEDARBURG'S 35th ANNUAL WINTER FESTIVAL
“A WINTER’S KNIGHT”
FEBRUARY 7 & 8, 2009


Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Shake off that musty castle-fever. By royal decree, the fine Lords & Ladies of Cedarburg have commanded that forthwith, henceforth and sooner rather than later, all those who are of stout heart and well-insulated parka’s shall attend the 35th Annual Winter Festival, A Winter’s Knight” in the enchanted land of Cedarburg of Wisconsin in the wintry month of February, day 7 & 8 in the year 2009 AD. Huzzah!


Drop your shield & trade your sword for a 9 iron on Saturday morning, as the lion-hearted Cedarburg Lion’s tee-off with yellow tennis balls during the Ice-Burg Open Golf Tournament in Cedar Creek Park, Then scale the “Dragon-Wagon” hay wagon to view Merlin’s Magical Ice Carving Contest entries along Washington Avenue. These icy jewels sparkle like the Queen’s finest.

Bundled up in their finest “coat of arms” Lords and Ladies, Knaves and Dames will promenade during the most fantastical Winter Festival Grand Parade at 1:00 p.m. Saturday. The Parade route, from Washington Avenue to the frozen mirror of Cedar Creek, features hearty bed racing teams, fire trucks, knights, dragons, jesters and comely damsels.

At 1:30 p.m. Saturday, mirth and hilarity reign as the Bed Racing Tournament, featuring Medieval-themed Costumed Racing Teams jostle for position, followed soon thereafter by the heroic, strong and brave Barrel Racers at 2:00 p.m.


Saturday at the Royal Community Center, contestants await their fate as judges, seated at the Round Table, deliberate the winning-est bowl during the Chili-Contest. Individual and Restaurant participants are invited to compete.

Joust looking for a good time? Malty, hoppy brews and grub for grown-ups (and a bit o’ gamblin’) will rule Saturday evening beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Cool Brew Beer Tasting Party, featuring food sampling from area restaurants, designer beers and memorable treasures.


Hark now! On Sunday morning gather ye serfs and nobles for the “Quest for Pancakes” Breakfast at the Royal Community Center from 8:00-11:00 a.m. At Noon, the wee little ones (under 7) hunt for treats during the Hidden Grail Egg Hunt. Then it’s time for the top dogs to compete in the Alaskan Malamute Dog Weight Pull Competition, Sunday from 11-5. Fun Family Activities will be featured indoors all afternoon. Daily Family Skating: Mill Pond & Cedar Creek Park.


At Cedar Creek Settlement, hear live music with ditties and dirges performed daily while shop-owners provide free Goodie Bag treats. Cedar Creek Winery offers wine sampling and many of Historic Cedarburg’s charming shops offer splendid shopping, special crafts, live music and activities. Come one; come all to Cedarburg’s 2009 Winter Festival! And to all, a Good Knight.


All events are open to the public and most are free. Info: 262-377-9620 or 888-894-4001.