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Waynesboro: Second annual Mad Fam Kid Jam set for this weekend at Ridgeview Park

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Hot Spot Collective and Mad Family Farm are hosting the second annual Mad Fam Kid Jam at the Ridgeview Park Amphitheater in Waynesboro this coming Saturday.

This year’s festival, which runs from 2-6:30 p.m., features:

  • Live music by The Honky Tonk Heathens, performing classic sing-along favorites.
  • Magic by Tom, featuring illusions and balloon artistry.
  • Ariana Does Stilts, roaming the festival grounds with stilt walking, balloon creations, and photo opportunities.
  • Face painting by JamiPaints.
  • Arts and crafts with Hey Ho! Let’s Grow.
  • The Musical Exploration Tent, presented by Queen City Music Studios.
  • Free photo souvenirs from Silly Shotz Photo Booth.
  • Delicious food from Smoke & Soul Pit BBQ.
  • Interactive play areas, bubbles, hula hoops, ribbon sticks, and additional surprises throughout the afternoon.
  • Making his official debut this year is Aesop, the bright red balloon dog mascot of Mad Fam Kid Jam. Families will find Aesop throughout the festival and future Kid Jam events as the friendly face of imagination, music, and community.

Admission is free.

“Our goal is to create a memorable and remarkable day for everyone who attends,” said AB Garrod, founder of Hot Spot Collective. “We invite everyone to come enjoy the beautiful features of Ridgeview Park, and we are honored to utilize the iconic amphitheater stage.”

For festival updates, visit hotspotcollective.org or follow The Hot Spot on Facebook

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Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].

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