28th Annual Strawberry Festival Kicks Off Thursday

Thousands will make their way to Bellmore this weekend for the 28th Nassau County Strawberry Festival.

Beginning Thursday and running through the weekend, people of all ages will flock to the Bellmore BOCES grounds for carnival rides, games, music, pie eating contests, and entertainment acts.

Obviously, the biggest stars of the festival are strawberries, which will be served in countless treats and creations, like shortcakes, cheesecakes, daiquiris, and smothered in chocolate.

Four Seasons fans will get a treat Saturday at 7 p.m. when tribute band Who Loves You? takes the stage with Frankie Valli covers.

The festival will be held Thursday and Friday from 6-10 p.m., Saturday from 12-11 p.m., and Sunday from 12-6 p.m.

The event is hosted every year by the Bellmore Lions and Kiwanis Club of Bellmore. The clubs come together to host the event and raise money for less privileged community members and international charities.

Get a discount ride coupon here. Visit the festival website here for more information.

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