Mess Fest Summer Festival is a FREE, engaging community event on Sunday, August 18 from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bring family, friends and neighbors and enjoy all of the messy fun!
Part of the St. Paul’s mission is to “create community.” Mess Fest is a way to connect with and get to know our neighbors. All are invited to attend the 10 a.m. church service on August 18 for a Backpack Blessing prior to Mess Fest. All are also welcome to attend the festival only, starting at 11:30 a.m. Whether you’ve gone to church all of your life, are walking into church for the first time or are returning after a long time, St. Paul’s welcomes and serves all with a commitment to justice, inclusion and generous hospitality.
See below for the schedule and more details:
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
10-11:15a . BACKPACK BLESSING
Before the festival, all children and youth are invited to bring their backpacks to St. Paul's 10 a .m. worship service for a special blessing. Wondering what a worship service at St. Paul's is like? Click here to learn more, watch a past service or listen to a podcast.
11:30a-2p . “MESS FEST” SUMMER FESTIVAL
Summer Festival highlights (all free, except food truck options):
Water inflatables*
35’ Tropical Dual Lane Slip N Slide
20’ Dual Lane Water Slide
*Water inflatables are reserved for children & youth only. Remember to bring a swimsuit and towel!
Live music, featuring the Downstairs Dads
Bubbly foam party by Foam Happy Indiana
House of Soul Rollz food truck (cash/Cash App payments only)
Get Some Churros food truck (cash/credit cards accepted)
POOL for toddlers
Games, activities and prizes from our supporting organizations:
Diocese of Indy Youth
Girl Scouts
BSA Scout Troop #73
“Legendary” giant bubbles
Paint & sidewalk chalk
Hot dog roast
Popcorn, popsicles, drinks & other refreshments
Playground
Yard games
Questions about the Mess Fest Summer Festival or Backpack Blessing? Contact Laurie Pierce, lpierce@stpaulsindy.org or call 463.800.3073.