Tucker Summer Festival a Hot Hit

Tucker’s first annual Summer Festival brought back the classic small-town intimate gathering with live music, races and contests.

Tucker continues to put itself on the map with yet another successful fun-for-the-whole-family festival this past Saturday. From big wheel races to watermelon eating contests, Tucker’s new annual summer festival brought back some old traditions from yesteryear. “I wanted to bring fun events back to Tucker; contests, races,” explained Old Town Tucker Merchants Association Events Chairman Jamey Wilson. “All the events were a big hit. The big wheel race was huge (see video), people loved that. It was a big part of Tucker Day and I’m glad it’s back.” “Same with the dunk tank,” Wilson continued. “That was another big thing we brought back, and it was one of the most successful events monetarily all day.” Half the money raised at the dunk tank …

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Photos of Tucker's Summer Festival

A few photos from Saturday's event on Main Street. More to come!

Tucker Summer Festival Wants Your Talent

New summer festival in town is gearing up and looking for help.

The Old Town Tucker Merchants Association (OTTMA) is looking for street artists such as jugglers, stilt walkers and clowns to participate in the upcoming Tucker Summer Festival, taking place on Main Street on Saturday, July 28 from noon until 6 p.m. Please share this with your friends and ask them to call Jamey Wilson at 404-556-7666 as soon as possible for more information and to be included in the festival!   WHEN: July 28 from 12 noon to 8 p.m. WHERE: Main Street (the entire street will be closed down for this one) WHAT: Tucker Summer Festival, hosted by Old Town Tucker Merchants Association featuring... Six bands Contests (watermelon and hot dog eating, hula hoop, giant sling shot water balloon) Carnival games Bicycle show Sand …

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