Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church will be hosting its 42nd annual Spring Festival on the school grounds on N.W. 67 Avenue and Miami Lakeway North (N.W. 158 St.) the weekend of March 10 through 13.
Guests can stroll through the main section, play games, visit local business exhibits and stop for dinner. The food court features an array of international cuisine. There is something for every taste including Latin, Cuban, Mexican, Italian, Jamaican, Colombian, Filipino, BBQ, American, Spanish Tapas and more.
More than 20 popular carnival rides and attractions will thrill people of all ages, including toddlers in the special kiddy ride section. Come and see Miami Lakes from the top of the Giant Ferris Wheel, listen to loud music at high speeds on the Orbiter, and experience the thrill on the Kamikaze. Young people can scramble through fun houses, climb aboard a pirate ship and play some carnival games.
The main stage is full of different live shows and performances throughout the weekend. Music will fill the nights with live bands and DJs. Sunday afternoon is a family day; a children's talent show and performances from dance studios in the area will take place.
Aside from food, rides and entertainment, there will be a basketball tournament on Saturday, March 12 and Sunday, March 13, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., which is open to the public. Registration is online at www.miamibasketball.net or andre@miamibasketball.net.
Admission to the festival is free, but tickets are required for rides. Bracelets can be purchased at a discounted price, before or after Masses on March 5 and 6. They are also available for purchase at the Church gift shop until March 9 between 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The discounted pre-festival prices are: A 4-day bracelet is $50, Thursday-$l5, Friday- $20, Saturday -$25 and Sunday -$25. They are also available online www.ollnet.com/festival.
The festival is the primary fundraiser for Our Lady of the Lakes. Proceeds support the operating budget for the church and school.