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Sunday's Schedule at Das Awkscht Fescht
It's the last day to see hundreds of antique and classic cars at Das Awkscht Fescht in Macungie. Here's some things you should know.
Today is the final day of the 49th Annual Das Awkscht Fescht in Macungie. Of the 2,631 cars registered for the show, about 900 will show up today, according to Shirley Schaffer of the Ontelaunee Region Antique Automobile Club of America, which organizes the car show.
Here are some things to know about one of the premier classic and antique car shows in the country:
When: The gates open at 6 a.m. for walk-in visitors. Show cars enter the fields after 7:30 a.m.
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Where: Macungie Memorial Park, 50 N. Poplar St., Macungie. It's just off Main Street (Route 100) near Walnut Street.
How Much: $7 for adults, $2 for age 15 and under.
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Entertainment today at the band shell:
11:00am - 12:00pm.....Steve Brosky and Jimmy Meyer
12:30-1:45pm.....The Vince Pettinelli Swing Band
2:15-3:45pm.....Crazy Heart (Country Band)
Entertainment today at the kids corner stage:
10:30-11:30 a.m....Balloons the Clown
11:45-12:45 p.m....The Starlight Players musicians
1:45-2:45 p.m....Storyteller
Running throughout the festival:
-- Hundreds of antique, classic and sports cars on display
-- About 60 Crosley cars -- the featured car of the festival -- will be at the show
-- Crafts, artwork and antiques vendors
-- Kids activities, such as face painting, sand art and a moon bounce
-- Flea market for antique and classic car parts
-- Fair foods are for sale with multiple vendors
-- The park pool and playground will be open.