Holland Fest 2025: Your Complete Guide to All the Fun
Get ready for an amazing weekend of family-friendly activities at Holland Fest 2025! From pageants to races, tournaments to delicious BBQ, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your complete guide to all the exciting events happening September 12-13, 2025. All times are Eastern Standard Time.
Friday, September 12th
Holland Fest Little Miss and Mr Contest
Time: 6:30 pm EST
Location: Henke Stadium Softball Field, Holland American Legion Park
Ages: 3-11 years old (open to children from all areas)
Registration: Click here to register
Come watch the adorable contestants compete for the titles of Little Miss and Mr Holland Fest! This charming pageant showcases the talent and personality of local children in the beautiful setting of Holland Park.
Saturday, September 13th
HUMmingbird Day Care Ministry Tulip Trot 5K
Location: Holland American Legion Park
Times:
? 8:00 AM EST: 5K Run/Walk
? 9:00 AM EST: Kids Run
Pre-registration Deadline: September 9th, 2025 $25
Registration: After September 9th $30. Forms can also be picked up in person at HUMmingbird Daycare or Holland United Methodist Church or call Gloria Lindsey at 812-686-9939
Contact: Gloria Lindsey at 812-686-9939
More Info: Facebook Event Page
Start your Saturday morning with this fun 5K run/walk!
2nd Annual Wiener Dog Races (Free Event)
Time: 12:00 pm EST (arrive by 11:30 am for check-in)
Location: Henke Stadium Field, Holland American Legion Park
Sponsored by: Rabbit Roofing
Registration Deadline: September 1, 2025
Contact: Kelsey Erny at (812) 661-8407
Registration: Click here to register
Bring your dachshund for this hilarious and heartwarming race! Don’t have a wiener dog? Come cheer on the adorable contestants as they dash to the finish line.
Youth Cornhole Tournament (Free Event)
Time: 6:00 pm EST start
Location: Henke Stadium Softball Field, Holland American Legion Park
Hosted by: Dubois County Mentors for Youth
Open to: Grades 4th-12th
Format: Teams of 2, with Elementary, Middle, and High School Divisions
Registration Deadline: September 6, 2025
Registration: Sign up here (one form per team) This free tournament is perfect for young competitors! Brackets will be posted ahead of time, and there may be a limit on the number of teams, so register early!
3rd Annual Wondering Dutchmen BBQ Contest Competition
People’s Choice Tasting: 12:30 pm EST until food runs out
Cost: $100 per competing team | $5 per tasting ticket
Registration Deadline: September 12th
Tickets Available: Log Cabin or Information Booth day of the event
Registration: Register on Eventbrite
Whether you’re a pitmaster ready to compete or a food lover wanting to taste amazing BBQ, this event is a must! Purchase your $5 tasting tickets to sample delicious BBQ from competing teams.
Dutch Pot-Half Pot Tickets are on sale! 1 for $1 or 6 for $5.
Tickets available for purchase from the following people:
Kelsey Sollman Erny
Malea Wagner
Holly Bartelt
Laura Gladish
Joyce Kalterbacher
Jessica Luegers
Kate LaMar
Krista Gogel
Kru Allen
Elizabeth Hoffman
Cindy Broeker
Taylor Williams
Tammy Wertman
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