About the 2024 DeWitt Ox Roast
Join us for the 78th Annual DeWitt Ox Roast, a vibrant celebration of community, history, and spirit. The DeWitt Ox Roast is a beloved tradition that brings together people of all ages for a weekend of fun and festivities. From parades and carnivals to exciting new additions; like Funday Sunday at Riverside, a Michigan-based Arts Festival, and lots of live new entertainment, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Come make memories that will last a lifetime!
Schedule*
Friday, August 16th
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Arts Festival, 4pm - 8pm
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Carnival, 4pm-11pm
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Street Social, 4pm-11pm
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Music line up includes Birdie Van Ostren
then Starfarm!​
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Saturday, August 17th
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Panther Spirit 5k Run/Walk, 7:30am kids mile,
7:45am kids 100dash, 8am 5K-
Begins and Ends at St. Jude Catholic Church​
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Ox Roast Parade, 10am
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Arts Festival, 10am - 8pm
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4x4 Soccer Tournament
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Frog Jumping Contest, Noon registration
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Carnival and Street Social, 11am-11pm
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Carnival, 11am-11pm
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Street Social, 11am-11pm​​
- Music line up includes Atomic Annie and
Stone Street Revival! - Fireworks at dusk!​ DONATE HERE​
- Music line up includes Atomic Annie and
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Sunday, August 18th
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FREE! Funday Sunday at Riverside, 10am-2pm
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PBS Kids Character Visits​
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Dedicated Toddler Fun Zone
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Slime-making with Impression 5 (begins at 10:30am)
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Bounce houses
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Bubble stations
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Abrams Planetarium Exhibit
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Touch-a-Truck
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Silent Auction
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Ice cream eating contest (1pm)
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And, MORE!
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Corn Hole Tournament, Registration 10am; Start time 11am
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Carnival, 11am-4pm
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Street Social, 11am-4pm
*Check back often! Our schedule is a work in progress with more details and fun activities to come!
Street Social Map
Event Food
Satisfy your hunger with a variety of food options from local vendors and food trucks. From classic fair foods like corn dogs and cotton candy to gourmet options like wood-fired pizza and gourmet grilled cheese, there's something to tempt every palate!
Interested in becoming a food vendor?Â
Event Parking
Parking is available throughout downtown DeWitt. Look for signs and volunteers directing traffic.