Summer Sunset Festival to celebrate Lake in the Hills' 70th anniversary

Lake in the Hills' annual Summer Sunset Festival will be held Friday, Sept. 2, through Sunday, Sept. 4, at Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the incorporation of the village of Lake in the Hills, and the Summer Sunset Festival Committee plans to recognize the milestone throughout the celebration.

"We are thrilled to celebrate the village's 70th anniversary as we host the Summer Sunset Festival," said festival chairperson/trustee Diane Murphy in a news release. "Our end-of-summer celebration offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the village's strong spirit of community."

The Summer Sunset Festival Committee plans to host the carnival, wine tent, Rec2U Kids' Zone, food and drink vendors, and live music throughout the celebration. Special events will include a car show, bags competition, craft fair and business expo, parade, and Sunday's finale fireworks.

Festival admission is free; attendees are welcome to purchase food, drinks, and carnival wristbands, as well as items for sale at Sunday's craft fair and business expo. The festival's main stage will provide a focal point for entertainment as various bands play throughout the weekend.

"This year's festival will be one to remember," Village President and festival committee member Ray Bogdanowski said in a news release.

Businesses have the opportunity to sponsor the festival through five sponsorship packages or a custom option to suit their promotional needs. Community members are invited to volunteer to support the festival.

Find up-to-date information on the festival schedule, event details, and sponsorship and volunteer opportunities at summersunsetfest.com. Updates also will be posted on the festival's Facebook page.