Homewood Giant Block Party 2017: Everything You Need To Know

HOMEWOOD, IL — The 12th annual Giant Block Party in the village of Homewood takes place on Saturday, Aug. 19 from noon to 9 p.m. on Martin Avenue between Ridge and Hickory roads. Here's everything you should know about the event before taking part in the celebration next weekend.

Theme

The theme of the 2017 Block Party is "Donuts Daze." Food vendors will create their own take on the tasty treat.

Food Vendors

Confirmed food vendors at the 2017 Homewood Giant Block Party are:

• La Voute
• The Cottage
• Wiley’s Grill
• Fratello’s Cafe & Deli
• Empanadus
• Mother Wilma's Marshmallow Factory
• TJ’s Kettle Co.

Entertainment

The Spaniels Forever, Addy's Corner and The Newports will play.

Fun and Games

Family-friendly activities include donut-themed games, kid-centered crafts and an adventure slide with a zipline.

Dunk Tank

A dunk tank will be open from noon to 6 p.m. It's sponsored by Dr. Lisa Grant Orthodontics, with proceeds go to Smiles Change Lives.

Schedule of Events

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Homewood Science Center Pop UP SCIENCE “Krazy for K9s”

Noon: The Spaniels Forever

Noon - 4 p.m.: Family-Friendly Activities (slide, zip line, family games and crafts)

2 to 6 p.m.: Bingo Tent

3 to 5 p.m.: Addy’s Corner

6 to 9 p.m.: The Newports

The Mayor's Take

“Summer is the perfect time to get together with friends and family," Homewood Mayor Richard Hofeld said. "Not everyone has a block party so we throw a giant one each year so anyone who wants to have fun as a community can participate."

Cost

The festival is free and open to the public.

Photo courtesy of the Village of Homewood