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Get ready to mark your calendars because the highly Community Cookout/Festival is back and it's completely free! Organized by Elgin Cares, this event is a genuine community effort with a wide array of activities for everyone to enjoy. From delicious and exciting games to thrilling competitions and the legendary bingo game, there's something for everyone. Plus, there will be various gifts, door prizes, and giveaways catering to all age groups. Keep reading for more details below and don't forget to bring the family for a fantastic day filled with pure fun and!

We are serving up you BBQ plates with beans and potato salad for the sides. The kids can enjoy hotdogs and sweet treats from our vendors.

We are thrilled to announce DJ Resse will be joining us this year to provide the perfect family-friendly soundtrack for our event. Get ready to dance and sing along to all your tunes!

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Children's Race

We will have games and activities for kids of all ages. That includes a bouncy house, a water slide, a splash area, and water games (Bring something to get wet; they'll need it.)

Playing Cards

We will have many adult games, from cards, dominos, cornhole, and other table games.

This year we are continuing our three-on-three basketball competition for kids and adults, and the winners will receive bragging rights for all of 2024. When this competition is over, we will all know who is the best in the Elgin area.

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And for you bingo players, we haven't left you out. As you sit under the trees, you will be able to play as much bingo and prize-winning as you can take. It goes from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and starts again at 1:00 PM ending at 3:00 PM, so be there early.

Get your ticket, and we will save a plate for you.

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