Mark your calendars, Wake Forest residents and visitors alike—the 4th Annual Forest Fest is just around the corner. A social media update from the Town of Wake Forest confirms the festival's return next Saturday, a jam-packed Saturday celebration of community, nature, and local culture located along Festival Street and Brooks Street, downtown.
The event, hosted by Wake Forest Downtown, Inc., in collaboration with various partners including the Town of Wake Forest and the Wake Forest Historical Museum, brings entertainment and activities suitable for the entire family, from tree seedling giveaways to a paper shredding and electronics recycling event. Emphasizing the outdoors and Wake Forest's vibrant heart, the fest serves as a collective moment to appreciate the local environment and history.
Regarding the day's activities, one can expect an abundance of choices. Starting at 9 a.m., a shredding and recycling event will take place, ready to accept electronics in the parking lot of the Northern Wake Senior Center. Simultaneously, interactive experiences like a golf simulator, a hula hoop jam, and mini-golf course promise to keep attendees entertained. Kids can enjoy their time with activities provided by the Kerr Family YMCA, and runners have the option to participate in the Wake Forest Historic 13.1, which includes a half marathon and shorter runs. Sporting enthusiasm just as infectious as its commitment to the community, the extended-hours Wake Forest Farmers Market provides a venue for local procurement from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Music lovers won't be left out, with performances by bands such as Loos Change, and melodies emitted by a local DJ to keep the vibe lively. Gastronomy enters the scene through the tastes of food trucks such as The Naked Empanada and Charlie's Kabobs, who will satiate the appetites of attendees while they peruse the assortment of local vendors and nonprofits lining the streets. Each sponsor, from the Platinum-level Town of Wake Forest to the Silver-tier supporters like Piedmont Federal Bank, contributes to this much-anticipated yearly tradition.
Those interested in a preview can find information on the Town of Wake Forest's Facebook page, where the announcement for the event promises a confluence of the arts, physical activity, and environmental stewardship. It is an exemplar of neighborly spirit and shared spaces, embodying the values at the heart of Forest Fest and the broader Wake Forest community. So join in the festivities on April 26—experience the charm, the greenery, and the warmth that only a place like Wake Forest can offer.
