uploaded to flickr.com by ElvertBarnes
While there is a good chance of rain tomorrow, hopefully the soggy weather won’t dampen the spirits on 8th Street SE. The annual Barracks Row Fall Festival starts at 11:00 a.m. and promises to offer fun for the whole family. Sponsored by Barracks Row Main Street (BRMS), the festival will close down 8th Street SE between E and I Streets starting at 7:00 a.m.
In addition to the bars and restaurants expanding onto the sidewalks, there are special events planned suitable for all ages. The annual armed forces cooking competition starts early at 7:00 a.m. in front of the Marine Barracks, with winners being announced later in the day. Folks will have a chance to watch the master chefs at work as well as sample some of their creations and foods from sponsors. Live music will be provided on stage by the Marine Corps Brass Quintet and the West End Band, among others. The return of the petting zoo, along with face painting and crafts will provide welcome distractions for the little ones. Live demonstrations by the Trapeze School of New York and the Shakespeare Theatre should also prove very entertaining. There will also be opportunities for the public to tour the Home oft he Commandants.
You can find the full festival schedule on the event website. For up-to-the-minute updates and any weather-related news follow BRMS on Twitter (@BarracksRow) or Facebook.