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Oak Fest 2013: What's on Tap for Sunday

Take a look at everything that's happening for the event's final day, from the 10th annual Car and Bike Show to a full musical lineup.

Oak Fest, Oak Forest's annual summer celebration, continues through Sunday at 159th Street and Central Avenue. Admission to the event is free.

Here's a look at what's happening at Oak Fest on Thursday. Go to Oak Fest HQ for a look at the entire event.

Sunday, July 7


  • Festival Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Bingo: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Radio Disney: The radio station will be putting on games for kids from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
  • National Weather Service Forecast: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms during the day and night. High of 84, low of 71.

Carnival


Carnival Hours:
 Noon to 10 p.m. 
Children With Special Needs Only Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. 
Daily Discount: A $5 off wristband special with coupon runs from 1 to 5 p.m. 
Carnival Rides Mega Pass: People can buy a pass for carnival rides that's good for every day the festival is open. The pass costs $75 at the festival. 

10th Annual Car and Bike Show


This annual showcase of automobiles and motorcycles runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and runs until noon or the lot is full. Participation fee is $20, and the first 100 to register receive a dashboard plaque. Awards will be handed out at 3:30 p.m.

In the past, the show has sold out. Organizers suggest registering early, before 10 a.m.

Live entertainment and a 50/50 raffle for Operation: Support Our Troops also will be a part of the show.

Concerts



Food Vendors


The following is a list of restaurants working Oak Fest and some of the items they will have on sale. Each vendor will have a $2 item featured everyday.

  • Azteca Catering (Justice): Tacos and burritos
  • Bo's Concessions (Chicago): Funnel cakes, corn on the cob, burgers, cotton candy
  • Doug's Dogs (Oak Forest): Hot dogs, corn dogs, Italian beef
  • Espresso Express (Orland Park): Iced coffee, smoothies, hot chocolate
  • Icee: Frozen drinks and pretzels
  • Kenootz Pizza (Midlothian): Pizza, nachos and lemonade shake-ups
  • KnD Treats (Oak Forest): Deep-fried dishes, including mozzarella sticks, veggies, Twinkies, Oreos, candy bars, Pop Tarts and more.
  • La Isla Michoacana (Oak Forest): Ice cream, frozen chocolate-covered bananas
  • New China Express (Oak Lawn): Orange chicken, egg rolls, friend rice
  • Peppo's (Palos Hills and Tinley Park): Subs

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