Falls Ball 2026

2026 Tentative Falls Ball Schedule:

• 3:00- PM Falls Ball Kickoff – 

  • Visit event tables for programs, ticket sales, snacks, and information about the LFIA.

• 3:10- 3:30- Bike Parade and Award ceremony - (REVIVAL led by Sheila)

• 3:00–5:00 PM – Plant Swap (NEW ADDITION led by Lori B.)

• 3:00–6:00 PM - Live Music (inside the community center) (BIG HIT)

  • The Womp Rats 

  • No Smoking (elementary school band)

• 3:00–5:00 PM - Falls Ball Slideshow (Indoor) –

  • A looping collection of photos celebrating 50 years of Falls Ball history!  (BIG HIT)

    • Add in advertisements 

• 3:00–5:00 PM - Raffle & Silent Auction Bidding – 

  • Bid on amazing prizes in our community raffle and silent auction! (BIG MONEY MAKER!)

• 3:00–6:00 PM - Jewelry Making & Face Painting – 

  • Get creative with student volunteers. (BIG HIT)

• 3:00–6:00 PM Temporary Tattoos – 

  • Fun designs courtesy of the Connor family!  (BIG HIT)

• 3:00–6:00 PM Lego Station – 

  • Build, create, and experiment with assorted Lego sets. (HIT)

• 3:00–5:00 PM- Kiddie Pool Magnet Fishing (PAID) – 

  • Little adventurers can fish with magnetic rods. (CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER)

• 3:00–5:00 PM - Slip ’n’ Slide –

  • Bring your swimsuit for some classic summer fun!  (CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER)

• 3:00–5:00 PM- Bouncy House & Obstacle Course (PAID) – 

  • Jump, climb, and race through inflatable fun! (Wristbands required.)  (BIG HIT)

• 3:00–6:00 PM - Outdoor Games – 

  • Cornhole, Kan Jam, Spikeball, and more! (DIDN'T PAN OUT- no interest)

• 3:30–4:00 PM – Garden Tour (NEW ADDITION led by Brian E.)

• 3:30 – 5:00 Chess Tournament – 

  • Bracket-style matchups open to all levels. (HIT)

    • Moving this outdoors (weather permitting)

    • Semis and finals to be played on the outdoor table(s).

• 3:30–4:30 Children’s Song Circle (NEW ADDITON led by Becca Yudkoff)

  • Neighbor Becca Yudkoff will be strummin’ on the old banjo! Bring the youngsters down to the field for a fun, interactive community circle time.

• 3:30–5:00 PM Fire Truck Visit – 

  • Meet firefighters and explore a real fire truck! (NO SHOW)

• 4:00 PM- Bingo Begins – 

  • Classic fun with prizes for lucky winners.  (HIT)

• 4:00–5:30 PM Pie Eating Contest – 

  • No hands, no forks—just determination! (HIT)

• 4:30–5:00 PM Dessert Walk – 

  • A sweet take on musical chairs! (HIT)

•  6:00–6:45 PM Auction & Picnic –

  • Gather for a community meal and raffle announcements. Pizza will be sold: $2 per slice (cheese), $3 per slice (pepperoni).

•  6:45–8:00 PM - Square Dancing –

  • A lively, guided group dance for all skill levels.  (BIG HIT)

• New items in 2026:

  • Bike decorating parade and contest

  • Plant swap ~ 3:30-5:30 

  • Garden tour 3:30

  • NLFIA Table 

    • Collect dues

  • Children’s Song Circle

Keep an eye out for a separate email shortly with information on how you can contribute unique skills, services, or items to our Silent Auction and Raffle. We are aiming to raise $3,000 to cover event costs and fund future outdoor improvements!

Michael Lorant is putting together a looping photo presentation to celebrate our 50-year history. If you have any pictures or snapshots from past Lower Falls picnics, please drop them into our repository: [Click here to upload pictures]

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