Entertainment
Banana Festival Entertainment
The 2010 Banana Festival’s main stage will be jam packed with an extensive line-up of music, dance, competition and more. In addition to our all-day main-stage entertainment, we will have a variety of attractions and activities for visitors of all ages. These include health, cultural and community speakers, demonstrations, activities and entertainment. There will always be something new and exciting each and every day.
Entertainment Highlights
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| Entertainment Name | Type | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Smashed – Chef Challenge w/ Michael Marks | Contest | Saturday |
| Poetry Slam w/ Terry Moore | Contest | Friday |
| Youth Talent Show | Contest | Friday |
| Banana Bake Off – Baking Competition | Contest | Friday |
| Banana Line Dancing w/ Soul Line Dancers | Dancing | Saturday and Sun |
| The Colorblind Greens Band | Music | Saturday |
| Tribal Calling (Community Drum & Dance) | Music & Dance | Saturday |
| Zydeco On Our Mind | Music | Saturday |
| World Cultural Performances I and II | Music & Dance | Saturday and Sun |
| DJ Gino | Music | Saturday and Sun |
| Billy Mac Band | Music | Saturday |
| Kevin Sandbloom | Music | Friday and Sat. |
| Comedy Jam | Contest | Sunday |
| Do it Live | Music | Sunday |
| Foe Deep | Music | Sunday |
| PRIMA | Music | Saturday and Sun |
| Juanita Wynn | Music | Sunday |
| Homegrown Soul | Music | Sunday |
| Lil Mr and Lil Miss Banana Pageant | Contest | Saturday and Sun |
| Shelly Jordan | Music | Sunday |
| 5K Fun Run | Contest | Saturday |
Health Attractions
In addition to celebrations and exhibits around the banana, there will be speakers and health demonstrations providing information about healthy eating and healthy living. There will also be loads of fun kid activities, art projects and competitions about being healthy in mind and body.
Cultural Attractions
The 2010 Banana Festival focuses a lot on culture, particularly the cultures that have traditionally used the Banana in thier cultural art, foods and traditions. These include cultures from Central and South America, the Caribbean, Central and Eastern Africa, India, South East Asia, and the Pacific Islands. Through art, music, speakers and culinary treats, the Banana Festival will expose you to wonderful uses of the Banana from around the world.
Community Attractions
Community is the third components of the 2010 Banana Festival. The festival will offer events, exhibits, and competitions that will focus on building and strengthening community. One way we aim to do so is by having 50 local non-profit and community oriented organizations available with thier information free to the public.