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Andover Family Fun Fest 2026 — Newsletter Edition
July 10–11 • Andover City Hall Campus
Celebrating 30 Years of Community, Tradition & Summer Fun
It’s a Milestone Year for Andover!
Every year, Andover Family Fun Fest aims to make the experience better — more fun, more memorable, more community-centered.
And for the 30th anniversary, organizers are turning things up with new attractions, expanded activities, and sky-high entertainment.
This volunteer-driven celebration has brought Andover families together for three decades with parades, street dances, fireworks, the Fun Fest 5K, craft shows, kids activities, food, and live music. The 2026 festival continues that tradition with even more to enjoy.
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What’s New & Exciting for 2026
🎁 Big Giveaway Raffle (New!)
A special 30th Anniversary Giveaway Raffle is coming to Fun Fest — and the prizes are still under wraps. Organizers promise it’s worth getting excited about.
Stay tuned for details and make sure you’re following along so you don’t miss your chance to win.
🌭 Hot Dog Eating Contest (New!)
Fun Fest is teaming up with Beef O’Brady’s to bring a Hot Dog Eating Contest to the weekend lineup. Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, this one is guaranteed to draw a crowd.
🎪 Expanded Jump City + NEW Zipline
Jump City is leveling up with:
• A brand-new zipline
• Additional kids & family activities
• A revised wristband system and updated pricing
More ways to bounce, climb, zip, and play — all weekend long.
🎤 New Entertainment Tent Near Jump City
You asked, they listened.
A new Entertainment Tent will feature:
• Live performers
• Demonstrations
• Family-friendly acts
• Nearby food vendors
More music, more energy, more fun — all in one spot.
🎨 Chalk Art Returns
Color comes back to the sidewalks with Andover’s own Laurie Oleson, the Epic Chalk Lady, creating vibrant chalk art live throughout the event.
Families can also reserve their own section to create chalk art together.
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Signature Fun Fest Events
🌌 First-Ever Drone Light Show
Friday, July 10 • 10:00 PM
Presented by Aerial Illuminations
Sponsored by Andover Football Association (AFA)
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and get ready for a sky-high moment you’ll be glad you didn’t miss.
🍬 Fun Fest Parade
Saturday, July 11 • 11:00 AM
Sponsored by the Andover Lions
Bring the kids, bring a bag for candy, and bring your lawn chairs. Parade parking is a sport of its own, so arrive early and settle in for one of Andover’s favorite traditions.
🎶 Weekend Highlights
• Family-friendly activities
• Live music & entertainment
• Fun Fest 5K
• Community booths
• Food vendors & beer tent
• Fireworks to close out the weekend
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Celebrate 30 Years of Andover Fun Fest
From drone lights to chalk art, from expanded Jump City fun to a brand-new raffle, this year’s festival is packed with reasons to gather, celebrate, and enjoy summer in Andover.
Full details available at: www.andoverfamilyfunfest.com