Thursday August 5, 2021
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. ----- Photo Contest Judging
2:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. ----- Crafters and vendors open
5:00 p.m. ----- Unveiling of Charlotte Elizabeth Battles Historical Marker (Battles Bank - Main Street)
6:00 p.m. ----- Opening Ceremonies (Main Stage)
6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. ----- Photo Contest Viewing (Girard Boro Building)
Friday August 6, 2021
11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. ----- Photo Contest Viewing (Girard Boro Building)
1:00 p.m. ----- Amish Bake Sale (Wells Park)
5:00 p.m. ----- Car Show (A.F. Dobler Hose & Ladder Company - Walnut Street)
Saturday August 7, 2021
Metz Memorial Co-ed Slo-Pitch Softball Tournament hosted by the Metzler Family sponsored by JPTFoundation Contact Ryan Metzler 814-464-4114 or John Tramontano 814-881-8726 for additional information
7:00 a.m. ----- 5K race registration begins (Mechanic Street) sponsored by Country Fair
8:30 a.m. ----- 5K race (Mechanic Street)
10:00 a.m. ----- Parade registration begins (Girard High School)
10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. ----- Crafters and vendors open
11:00 a.m. ----- Dan Rice Day Parade (Rice Avenue and Main Streets)
11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. ----- Photo Contest Viewing (Girard Boro Building)
1:00 p.m. ----- Kids Games (Main Stage)
Sunday August 8, 2021
Metz Memorial Co-ed Slo-Pitch Softball Tournament hosted by the Metzler Family sponsored by JPTFoundation Contact Ryan Metzler 814-464-4114 or John Tramontano 814-881-8726 for additional information
1:00 p.m.-2:00p.m. ----- Photo Contest Pickup
Visitor Information
History of Dan Rice Days
In 1965, Joseph Mager Jr.and a group of volunteers got together to plan a celebration to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the erection and dedication of Civil War Memorial in the center of town. That celebration was the beginning of Dan Rice Days, which has grown and become more popular each and every year. Held the first full weekend in August every year, a dedicated committee now plans the celebration that recognizes and commemorates the many contributions that Daniel McClaren (aka Dan Rice) made to the town of Girard. The festival sports free entertainments, craft vendor and merchants, great local food, educational activities and parade. The Festival begins on Thursday evening and concludes on Saturday evening.
Parking
Dan Rice Days activities are located primarily in downtown Girard, with some events taking place at other sites in the community. Parking is available on side streets and at the Girard High School.
Information Booth
The Information and Merchandise Booth is located in the south park in the center of town. Look for us inside the crafters area.
ATM Machines
Several major Financial Institutions maintain branch offices in Girard.
Restrooms
Port-a-Johns and handwashing stations are located throughout the festival grounds.
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