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Yorkville's 2020 Hometown Days Festival Cancelled
Yorkville's 2020 Hometown Days Festival has been cancelled due to state guidelines surrounding the coronavirus pandemic, the city announced.
YORKVILLE, IL — The City of Yorkville announced Thursday that the 2020 Hometown Days Festival scheduled for Sept. 4 through 6 has been cancelled due to state guidelines surrounding the coronavirus pandemic. According to a statement from the city, the cancellation stems from the state guidelines outlined within Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois reopening plan, which limits the city's ability to host festivals this year.
"We hope the community stays safe and well during these difficult times and we look forward to an exciting Hometown Days Festival in 2021," the city stated.
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The city asks community members to check back throughout the year as the 2021 Hometown Days Festival is prepared, and to all direct questions to the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department via email at recreation@yorkville.il.us.
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