MAY AND JUNE EVENTS

MAY 5

FIRST FRIDAY “ART WALK”

Explore the many art opportunities throughout downtown Kokomo; Walk by, create and enjoy Kokomo’s art scene; 5:30-9:00 p.m.; Arts-based open house tour of downtown Kokomo; Visitors to the downtown area during the event will find discounts and activities at shops and restaurants, and live music, public art, familyfriendly activities and more; Call 457-5301 or visit www.firstfridaykokomo.com.

MAY 6

SPRING FLING AND HOT ROD MACHINES CAR SHOW

Highland Park; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Car entry fee $20.

MAY 20-21

KOKOMO BEACH FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER OPENED FOR WEEKEND ONLY

Open daily for the season starting May 27; Open Saturday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. & Sunday 12-7 p.m.; May 27-July 30 Kokomo Beach Family Aquatic Center opened for the season; Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. & Sunday 12-7 p.m.; Visit https:// www.cityofkokomo.org/departments/ kokomo_beach.php.

JUNE 2

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

Downtown Kokomo; 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Mark the start of summer with a refreshing strawberry shortcake dessert; Day-long event includes strawberry-related vendors, live music, food trucks, Artsapalooza Art Market & more; Free admission; Call 4575301 or visit: https://greaterkokomo.com/ kokomo-strawberry-festival.

JUNE 10

SOLIDARITY 13TH ANNUAL CAR, TRUCK & BIKE SHOW

Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union; Registration 9 a.m. –Noon; Show 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Registration fee to participate is $10 in advance and $15 the day of the show; Free complimentary lunch; Bring the family for a day of fun! Enjoy music from a live DJ, Door prizes & more.

JUNE 10

KOKOMO SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Summer Kick Off featuring Myron Elkins Band with opener Revolver Band; Kokomo Arts Pavilion in Foster Park; Myron Elkins’ debut album reflects the gritty mix of classic rock, country and blues, infusing his music with rich personal experience; Music starts at 6:00 p.m.; Free admission; Visit www. kokomosummerseries.com.

JUNE 24

KOKOMO PRIDE FESTIVAL

Downtown Kokomo Depot District on Buckeye Street; 2-8 p.m.; Visit https:// www.facebook.com/KokomoPride.

MAY 6

KOKOMO DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET OPENING DAY

9 a.m. – Noon; Corner of Mulberry and Washington Streets; Outdoor market open every Saturday through September; Visit www.kokomofarmersmarket.com.

JUNE 2

TRAIL TOURS

Staff led community bike rides that explore mapped sections of the different trails that Kokomo has to offer; 6 p.m.; Starts at the Bike Share Station in downtown Kokomo; Call 456-7275.

JUNE 29-JULY 1

HAYNES APPERSON FESTIVAL

Foster Park in downtown Kokomo; Parade on Saturday at 2 p.m.; Food, carnival rides, concerts and fireworks; Visit www. haynesappersonfestival.org.

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