WAYNETOWN — Waynetown will host a Homecoming Fish Fry from Wednesday to Saturday at the Rev. Guy Tremaine Park. Even with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the food, carnival and entertainment will be as good as ever.
Organizers have been working with the Montgomery County Health Department and will follow the Center for Disease Control guidelines for large events which means there are a few changes from previous years.
There will be two entrances and exits on the grounds. The food area around the Rusk Shelter will have several tables spread around the grounds to help maintain social distancing. There will not be vendor booths, but there will be a raffle table booth and a display by the Indiana National Guard.
The menu has changed this year. Fish sandwiches, breaded chicken breast sandwiches, french fries, baked beans and pie plus an assortment of drinks will be served
Curbside service will be available and patrons can call 765-918-6338 to order food for pickup.
Huesman Entertainment will offer Dollar Night 4-10 p.m. Wednesday. The carnival is expected to bring no less than 10 rides and have carnival games and a food trailer. There will be no food served Wednesday by the Homecoming Committee.
The carnival will be open 5-11 p.m. Friday as well as noon to 4:30 p.m. and 5-11 p.m. Saturday.
The Waynetown Police Department will serve food 4-9 p.m. Thursday under the Rusk Shelter.
Serving will be 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Two popular Indianapolis bands will take the stage 6-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Country Summer Band will play Friday and RPM, featuring hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s will play Saturday.
Sizzlin’ Sounds also will provide music during the event.
All attendees are asked to wear a face covering and maintain social distancing.
