It’s another classic celebration in Illiana. The Momence Gladiolus Festival is next week --- August 8 – 12.

Steve Groce is parade Director......

"It starts Wednesday evening with the Coronation of Miss Gladiolus. We have four contestants," Groce said. The event is at the high school football field.

The 81st Annual Gladiolus Festival offers a “Passport to the World.” The theme brings a little bit of everything. Included is a Parade of Old Cars, a Reptile Show, Glad Run for Children, Craft & Antiques.

Groce says there’s two parades ...........

Entertainment is offered by The Ropers (Friday) and High Anxiety (Sat) on the River Street Stage.

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