20th Annual Dutch Festival

Join the party! The 20th Annual Elim Dutch Festival is quickly approaching on Saturday, September 26, and it offers fun for the whole family! Dutch Festival runs from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm and is held on the grounds of Elim Christian Services (13020 S. Central Avenue, Palos Heights, IL).

Kick off the day by treating your rumbling tummy to a delicious pannenkoek “pancake” breakfast. Then, snack the day away as you sample Dutch and American cuisine. Dutch Fest offers a variety of affordable Dutch and American favorites and treats including banket (pastries with almond filling), hutspot (beef and potatoes), pizza, hamburgers, bratwurst, and hot dogs. All food items are delicious and affordable so make sure you come hungry!

Great entertainment acts will keep your fingers snapping and toes tapping. Shop ‘til you drop at Elim’s Dutch Village shops and colorful farmer’s market. Adults and kids will love the great activities that Dutch Festival offers, including musical entertainment, children’s games, bubble shows, reptile shows, petting zoo, and more!

Elim’s mission is to equip children and adults with disabilities to achieve to their highest God-given potential. Elim pursues this mission by providing educational, vocational, therapeutic, and residential services to over 1,000 people with developmental disabilities.

Admission to Dutch Festival is free and free parking with shuttle bus service is provided. Elim Christian Services is located at 13020 S. Central Avenue in Palos Heights, Illinois, 60463, 23 miles South-Southwest of downtown Chicago. For questions, contact Laura Schnyders at (708) 293-6509, or find out more information on Elim’s website: http://www.elimcs.org

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