πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 🎑 🎺 ⭐ πŸ“ Scheve Park, Mascoutah IL

Mascoutah Homecoming Und Augustfest

100 Years of Volunteers

Join us for Southwestern Illinois' largest summer festival β€” three days of parades, live music, carnival rides, delicious food, and community celebration.

July 31 – August 2, 2026

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Register Your Float for the Stars & Stripes Parade

Floats, vehicles, marching groups, and community organizations welcome!

Register Now →
Deadline: July 24, 2026 · Saturday limited to first 100 entries

Festival Highlights

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Parades

Two spectacular parades featuring decorated floats, marching bands from local schools, and community groups. Bring your lawn chairs and stake out a spot along Main Street!

Sat & Sun @ 5:00 PM
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Live Music

Rock out every night at multiple stages including the Depot Stage and Pole Barn. From country to rock, there's something for every music lover.

All Weekend
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Carnival & Rides

Thrills for all ages with carnival rides, games, and family-friendly activities. From classic carousels to heart-pounding adventures.

Fri 5PM β€’ Sat 1PM β€’ Sun 11AM
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German Cuisine & Fair Food

Savor famous German specialties including potato pancakes, bratwurst, knockwurst, plus festival favorites like funnel cakes and lemon shakeups.

Opens Daily
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Truck & Tractor Pulls

High-octane excitement at the Scheve Park arena with antique tractor pulls, farm stock pulls, and truck competitions all weekend.

Nightly @ 7:00 PM
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Classic Car Show

Admire classic cars, hot rods, and custom vehicles. Interested in showcasing your ride? Registration available!

Sun 11AM – 4PM
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Princess Ceremony

Cheer for our 2026 Homecoming Princess candidates as they compete for the crown at the Depot Stage.

Sun @ 3:00 PM
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4-H & Livestock

Visit the Ag Building to see impressive 4-H projects and livestock displays from youth across St. Clair County.

All Weekend
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Horseshoe Tournament

Test your skills in our classic horseshoe tournament! Compete against fellow enthusiasts in this beloved tradition.

Sat & Sun
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Get the Official MTOWN App

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MTOWN
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July 31 - Aug 2

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Join the Parade — Register Your Float Today

Two parades, Saturday & Sunday at 5:00 PM. Be part of the Stars & Stripes parade — celebrating America's 250th!

Float Registration →
Deadline: July 24, 2026

Event Schedule

* All times and events are subject to change. Check back for updates.

Friday

July 31, 2026

5:00 PM
Gates Open β€’ Carnival Begins
5:00 PM
Food Stands Open
5:30 PM
Tractor Pull Registration
7:00 PM
Antique & Classic Tractor Pull
8:00 PM
Live Music at Depot Stage

Saturday

August 1, 2026

10:30 AM
Food Stands Open
1:00 PM
Carnival Opens β€’ Berger-Kiel Log House Tours
5:00 PM
🎺 Saturday Parade
7:00 PM
Farm Stock Tractor Pull
9:00 PM
Princess Raffle Drawing

Sunday

August 2, 2026

11:00 AM
Carnival Opens β€’ Car Show Begins
11:00 AM
4-H Exhibits Open
3:00 PM
πŸ‘‘ Princess Ceremony at Depot Stage
5:00 PM
🎺 Sunday Parade
7:00 PM
Truck Pull Finals

Parade Route

Route Details

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Start: Mascoutah Ace Hardware

101 E Main Street β€” Parade staging area

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West on Main Street

Pass City Hall, downtown shops & restaurants

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Turn Right onto 6th Street

Head north past Elementary School

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End: Mascoutah Middle School

846 N 6th Street β€” Parade dispersal

πŸͺ‘ Viewing Tips

  • Arrive early to secure a spot along Main Street
  • Bring lawn chairs, blankets & sunscreen
  • Best viewing near City Hall & downtown area
  • Street parking available on side streets

🎺 Want to Join the Parade?

Parade registration will open in Early June 2026. Check back here or follow us on Facebook for announcements!

DOWNTOWN MASCOUTAH MARKET ST JEFFERSON ST (IL-4) RAILWAY ST 6TH STREET 10TH ST CHURCH ST MAIN STREET (IL-177) STATE ST ACE HARDWARE BANK CITY HALL LIBRARY DOWNTOWN ELEM SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL SCHEVE PARK πŸŽͺ Festival Site S START ↱ E END LEGEND Parade Route Start Point End Point N

* Route and timing subject to change. Please follow directions from parade marshals and local authorities.

Scheve Park Map

SCHEVE PARK - EVENT MAP PARK DRIVE HARNETT STREET NORTH TENTH STREET NORTH SIXTH STREET "BIG" DITCH Dog Park πŸ• 4H EVENTS Ag Building πŸ„ FOOD πŸ” BEER Volley- ball Tennis Courts TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL 🚜 Swimming Pool 🏊 PARKING πŸ…ΏοΈ Berger-Kiel Log House 🏠 Pav. Field 4 Field 5 North Pav Horseshoe Pits RR Field 1 Field 2 Field 3 Depot Pav FOOD πŸ” Train Car / Depot Bldg 🎸 BANDS Caboose πŸšƒ PARKING Walking Trail 1 1/4 mile w/ berm - 1 3/4 mile πŸ…ΏοΈ RIDES & GAMES 🎑🎠 FOOD πŸ• BEER TENT 🍺 L&F ATM πŸ’΅ Playground πŸ› Kiddie Playground πŸ‘Ά South Pav #12 FOOD 🌭πŸ₯¨πŸ– BEER TENT 🍺 Field 7 Field 6 RR RR πŸ…ΏοΈ PARKING N LEGEND Food Beer Bands Parking Rides Events Facilities *Not to scale or exact

πŸ“ Scheve Park is located at 905 Park Drive, Mascoutah, IL 62258

Past Festival Highlights

Mascoutah Homecoming Parade

Experience the excitement of our community parade

Festival Highlights

Relive the best moments from past celebrations

Homecoming Memories

A look back at our beloved community tradition

Frequently Asked Questions

Admission, parking, parades, tractor pulls, food, pets, and more β€” we've got answers.

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Contact Us

Festival Information

Have questions about the festival, parade registration, or volunteer opportunities? We'd love to hear from you!

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Scheve Park
905 Park Drive, Mascoutah, IL 62258
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General Contact
Steve Heizer: (618) 570-8639
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Tractor Pull β€” General
Don Karpel: (618) 550-9315
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Saturday Farm Stock Pull
Josh DeKamper: (618) 979-3283
Keith Klumeke: (618) 363-8187
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Sunday Truck Pull Finals
Mark Craig: (217) 827-4378
Drew Kinkelaar: (217) 556-1871
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Car Show
Gary McGee: (618) 401-8421
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