05/20/2026
Are you looking for a fun family friendly activity for Memorial Day weekend? ๐บ๐ธ
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Bobbo Fest 2026, is excited to share that Barbara Jean Crandall, a former Miss Michigan, who won the talent portion of the contest with her ventriloquism and comedy act, will bring the laughs and smiles to Lake Linda on Sunday, May 24th, with her family friendly laugh fest. ๐คฃ๐ถ
Bobbofest also shares a long list of talented musicians performing throughout the day along with a wide variety of childrenโs activities. Your family will be entertained with activities such as an obstacle course, treasure hunt, art studio, face painting, sand and water station, fishing station, lego mania, bubble mania, playdough power, dramatic play, kayaking, paddle boats, and a one of a kind quirky bird walk around Lake Linda. Did I mention that all kids 12 and under are free? For a 10$ adult ticket, you can bring your children to a fun filled day where you can create memories of a lifetime. ๐๏ธ๐ฃโจ๐ฃโโ๏ธ๐ฅ๐ค๐ถ๐ธ
Guests are welcome to bring their own coolers filled with nourishment, but we also have several delicious food options. Coal Haus 337 will be serving wood-fired pizza, Standing Bear Council will treat us to fry bread and Native American tacos, Ferris and June's Shaved Ice and Mobile Malt Shop provides yummy, shaved ice and other sweet treats and The Coffee Coop gals will bring the caffeine infused energy to the party. ๐๐งโ๏ธ
So mark your calendars for Sunday, May 24th for a gathering of musicians and music lovers of all ages at Bobbofest 17. Barbara Jean performs at 3 pm and will be followed by a wide variety of musicians sharing their talents to support local causes in Hancock County, IL. at beautiful Lake Linda. The doors open at noon with kidsโ activities running from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Live music will continue throughout the evening with local bands playing folk, country, and rock. The Sprucells are the headliners delivering nostalgic class rock from 8 to 10 pm. ๐ถ๐ถ๐ธ๐ฅ
All proceeds are split between helping our friends in Hancock County fight cancer through HUGS and Food For Thoughts, providing weekend food backpacks for hungry kids.
Lake Linda is a 44-acre lake located at 2396 e county 1800 n, Carthage, IL. Admission is Cash Only but some of the vendors have other payment options.