By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Casey Fun Days has arrived (July 18 and 19) with a theme of “Continuing to Thrive in 2025.” The schedule of events has been announced. Full details and any updates/changes will be posted on the Casey Service Club Facebook page (www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064639183671). Most events will be held in the area of McPherson Street near the Casey Public Library, City Hall and downtown businesses. Some events will be held at Casey City Park (Rutt Park, 300 E. Second St.).
Friday events kick off with a kids’ parade at 6 p.m., followed by a foam party (6:30-8:30 p.m.) and bags tournament. From 8:30-11:30 p.m., Tin Lizzie’s will have a beer tent with live music by The Bird Hunters.
Saturday downtown events include the 5K and 1-mile runs at 7 a.m., with a pancake breakfast from 7-10 a.m. A bake sale will begin at 8:30 a.m. The big parade begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by Methodist Church lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Also at 11 a.m. is a corn-shelling demonstration. The Historical Society building will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. From noon to 2:30 p.m., a car and tractor show will be held. At 3 p.m., the Science Heroes Show will be begin. Tin Lizzie’s will host a beer tent and live band (Burnin’ Sensations) from 8:30-11:30 p.m.
Saturday events at Rutt Park include inflatables from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., decorate your own piggy bank from noon to 2 p.m., lunch by the ACGC Class of 2026, and bingo at 1 p.m.