La Crescent’s first Apple Festival was September 1949. La Crescent resident Mel Hickenbotham proposed the idea to Ralph Jones as a celebration to promote La Crescent’s apple industry and “put La Crescent on the map.” The initial planning session was held just two weeks prior to fest. The first Apple Festival was a huge success. The crowd exceeded all expectations and was

just a sample of what was to come, as the festival has grown in size and quality every year.

Schedule

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Military Appreciation Night! No button required for veterans and active military that show military ID.

4:00pm-1:00am King Apple Tent Open (Sponsored by Schmitty's TimeOut Tavern)

5:00pm-11:00pm Carnival Open (K&M Rides & Amusements)

5:00pm-8:00pm Craig Peterson at King Apple Tent (Sponsored by Valley High Country Club)

6:00pm-10:00pm Carnival Wristbands $25, purchase at festgrounds (no presales)

7:00pm-8:00pm Tapping of the Red Apple Keg (Sponsored by Pearl Street Brewery)

9:00pm-12:00am Blue Collar 40 at King Apple Tent (Sponsored by Wieser Brothers)