Fall Festival & E-Raffle
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SAVE THE DATE --- SEPTEMBER 18 & 19, 2026
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Two Days. One Incredible Community.
Join us for two days of excitement, community, and family fun at the St. Patrick Fall Festival! Enjoy carnival rides, live music, delicious food, games, raffles, and activities for all ages.
When: 2025 Friday, September 19, 5–10:30 PM | Saturday, September 20, 2–10 PM
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Where: St. Patrick Parish & School Grounds, 701 S. Church St., Wentzville, MO
Parking: Free at Wentzville Community Club with shuttle service to festival grounds
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Festival Schedule
Thursday, September 18, 2025
12 PM – School Dismissal
1 PM – Setup Begins
Friday, September 19, 2025
8 AM – Setup Starts
5–10:30 PM – Festival Grounds Open
6–10 PM – Music by THE SECONDS
Saturday, September 20, 2025
2–10 PM – Festival Grounds Open
4 PM – Reconciliation
5 PM – Mass
2–6 PM – Music by BUDDY ENTWISTLE
6–10 PM – Music by ISAAC MATHEWS
Animals: Service animals only; no pets or emotional support animals
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Food & Drink
Savor the flavors of the Fall Festival:
Sugar Shack (Youth Group): Candy, cotton candy, frozen treats
Sugarfire BBQ: Brisket, pork, and turkey meals
Knights of Columbus: Fried appetizers, Chick-fil-A sandwiches, margaritas, and rum runners
Lulu's Shaved Ice: Shaved ice, frozen custard, Dole Whip
Gus’ Pretzels: Handmade pretzels in unique flavors
Funnel Cakes & Deep-Fried Oreos
Ticket Info: Food & beverages require festival tickets. Beer/margaritas require age verification wristbands (free).
Alcohol Policy: Responsible consumption expected; wristbands required.
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Games & Rides
Carnival Games: Cannery, Fishing Game, Emoji Wheel, Plinko, Car Race, Soccer Darts, Bottle Ring Toss, Shoot N Score, Bowl A Rama, Looney Ball, Clown Down, Cork Gallery.
New This Year: Cake Walk! Donate baked goods—cakes, cookies, cupcakes, brownies, and bars. Drop off at St. Patrick School:
Thursday, Sept 18: 8 AM – 12 PM
Friday, Sept 19: 8 AM – 4 PM
Saturday, Sept 20: 12–2 PM
Amusement Rides: From kiddie rides to spinning vortexes with American Banner Amusements.
Ride Tickets:
2-Day Unlimited Pre-Sale: $55 (Sold Sept 10–18 only)
One-Day Unlimited: $25 Friday | $40 Saturday
Individual Rides: 1–6 tickets each ($1/ticket or 24 for $20)
No refunds; festival rain or shine
Cash: ATM available on-site
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E-Raffle & On-Site Raffle
E-Raffle:
Grand Prize: $20,000 or 2025 Buick Envista Avenir
2nd Prize: $5,000 | 3rd Prize: $1,000
Tickets: $25 each; bundle deals available
Purchase: Online, from students, or at the Parish Office
Drawing: Sept 20, 9 PM, winners need not be present
On-Site Raffle (Sponsored by P & C Cattle):
Prize: Side of beef + chest freezer
Tickets: $20 at festival pull-tab booth
One winner drawn each night; Winners need not be present
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Live Music & Entertainment
Friday: THE SECONDS | 6–10 PM | Acoustic duo, multiple genres
Saturday: BUDDY ENTWISTLE | 2–6 PM | Blues, rock, country
Saturday: ISAAC MATHEWS | 6–10 PM | Soulful Country
Sports Viewing Booth—watch the Cardinals, STL City, and Mizzou games next to the beer tent.
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Tickets & How They Work
Most activities require tickets:
1 Ticket = $1
Carnival Games: 1–3 tickets
Specialty Games: 2–4 tickets
Food & Snacks: 1–10 tickets
Beverages: 1–5 tickets
Note: There will be a separate ticket booth for the amusement rides. The casino games are cash only.
ATM: On-site
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Volunteer Opportunities
We need hundreds of volunteers to make this festival a success!
Setup: Thurs, Sept 18, 1 PM
Festival Days: Ticket booths, food, rides, games, beverages, cleanup
Tear-Down: Sat, Sept 20, 10:30 PM
Student Service Hours: Available for 8th grade, high school, and confirmation students.
Volunteer
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Sponsorship & Support
Show your support with sponsorship! Levels:
Mega Raffle Sponsor: $1,500
Drink Koozie: $600
Entertainment Sponsor: $500
Beverage Sponsor: $500
Golf Cart Sponsor: $250
Game Sponsor: $100
Benefits include logo placement, event signage, and social media recognition. Deadline: Sept 8, 2025.
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Stay Connected
General Festival Questions: Tom Stuckey | [email protected]
Sponsorship: Michael Szarwinski | [email protected]
8th Grade Service Hours: Michelle Kiefer | [email protected]
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No—admission to the festival is completely free, and everyone is welcome! You can enjoy the music, atmosphere, and community at no cost. Food, drinks, games, and rides are available for purchase using tickets.
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Pre-Sale Two-Day Unlimited Ride Tickets* will be on sale starting Wednesday, 10 days before the fair, until Thursday 12 PM before the fair. Tickets are good for both days. All St. Patrick School and PSR students will receive a Pre-Sale Form to be completed and returned with payment by the deadline. The special Pre-Sale Two-Day Tickets are only available at these times and will not be available at the festival.
*2-Day Pre-Sale tickets will not be sent home. A confirmation e-mail will be sent to parents that payment has been received and to pick up the ticket at the Fall Festival. Pre-Sale pick-up will be with Ms. Val at a designated spot at a table near the ticket sales booth. Tickets are then redeemed at the Ride Ticket Booth for a 2-day unlimited ride bracelet.
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No worries! The Fall Festival goes on rain or shine. Most activities, games, and rides will continue as planned, and we’ll provide covered areas for food, entertainment, and seating when needed. Bring your raincoat or umbrella just in case, and get ready to have fun no matter the weather!
Please note: All tickets and ride bracelets are non-refundable, even in the event of rain.
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Yes! Stop by our Sports Viewing Booth, located right next to the beer tent. We’ll have Cardinals, STL City, Mizzou, and other big games playing throughout the weekend—so you won’t miss a moment while enjoying the festival. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and cheer with fellow fans!
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Absolutely! The Fall Festival relies on hundreds of volunteers, and there’s a role for everyone—whether you love working with people, staying behind the scenes, or just lending a hand wherever it’s needed.
Volunteers help with:
Setup and teardown (Thursday afternoon, Friday morning, and Saturday night)
Ticket sales
Kids’ games and specialty booths
Food and beverage stations
Clean-up crews throughout the event
General support wherever help is needed
Most shifts are just a couple of hours, and you can choose the time that works best for you. If you don’t want to commit to a specific shift, you’re welcome to simply show up during setup or teardown—extra hands are always needed and deeply appreciated.
Volunteering is also a great way to meet people, serve our parish, and be part of the community spirit that makes the Fall Festival possible!
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Yes! We value your feedback and want to hear from you. After the Fall Festival, we invite attendees to complete a short survey about the activities, food, games, and overall experience. Your input helps us make each year even better and ensures the festival continues to be fun, safe, and memorable for everyone.
Keep an eye out for the survey link on our website and social media, and thank you in advance for sharing your thoughts!
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