2026 Kirtland Kiwanis Strawberry Festival

Since 1960, the annual Kirtland Kiwanis Strawberry Festival has been a staple of the Kirtland community, taking place each year over Father’s Day Weekend, at the Kirtland Schools on Route 306.
Admission to the festival is free, and it offers a variety of activities and treats for all ages.
Each day, attendees can enjoy strawberry shortcakes, sundaes, supremes, and chocolate-covered strawberries. There will also be rides provided by Lisko Family Midways, entertainment including a DJ and local bands, lemonade from the Kiwanis, a food court, photo opportunity area, kiddie land entertainment, robotics demonstration, contests, and a crafts and commercial area.

                                                                                                          Entertainment Schedule

Thursday 6/18/2026 5:00 – 10:00 PM

5:00 PM – Opening/Star Spangled Banner  – Main Stage

5:30 PM  – Strawberry Eating Contest  – Main Stage

6:00 PM – Trivia Contest  – Main Stage

6:00 – 7:00 PM –  DJ/MC  – Main Stage

6:00- 8:00 PM –  Magician  – Kiddie Land

7:00- 10:00 PM –  Band: Kelle Carney Trio  – Main Stage

Friday 6/19/26 3:00 – 11:00 PM

3:00-8:00 PM – DJ/MC Main Stage

6:30 PM  – Parade See Information Below

7:30 PM  – Strawberry Eating Contest Main Stage

8:00 – 11:00 PM  – Band: Top Dog Main Stage

Saturday 6/20/26 12:00 -11:00 PM

12:00 – 8:00 PM – Kirtland Robotics (KES GYM)  – KES Gym

1:00 – 3:00 PM  – SideWalk Art Contest  – KHS Patio

12:00 – 1:00 PM –  DJ/MC  – Main Stage

12:00 – 2:00 PM  – Swifty the Clown: Balloon Twister  – Kiddie Land

1:00 – 4:00 PM  – Live Music : Justin Geraci  – Main Stage

5:00 PM  – Strawberry Eating Contest  – Main Stage

5:30 – 6:30 PM  – Jungle Terry  – Kiddie Land

6:00 PM  – Miss Kirtland Contest  – Main Stage

7:00 – 11:00 PM  – Band: Bad Betty  – Main Stage