Scott City's Summerfest begins today

Scott City's 36th annual Summerfest begins at 5 p.m. today at Scott City Community Park with the opening of rides and games and illusionist Chad Bles at 7 p.m.

Friday's events include three pageants -- the children's pageant, the baby contest and the Miss Summer Teen pageant -- beginning at 6 p.m., and an adult karaoke contest and washers tournament at 7 p.m.

Saturday's festivities begin with a junior talent show at 5 p.m. and the senior division at 6 p.m. Live music by the Matt Irvin Band kicks off at 7 p.m. with a dance party afterward, and fireworks close out the festival at 10 p.m.

Carnival rides will be open all three nights, and food and games will be available. For more information, call 264-2322 or visit www.scottcityparks.com/summerfest.html.

Pertinent address:

Scott City, Mo.