The annual fall festival presented by the Coal Country Chamber of Commerce was the main attraction in the BenGil area Saturday, September 24 despite warm temperatures. A few vendors who spoke to The BenGil Post said attendance was heavy in the morning, but dropped off throughout the day when temperatures continued to rise.
The highlights of the day were big musical performances under the covered pavilion by Amy Hailstone and Steve Davis as Elvis who was opened by Thomas Hickey and Anna Blair acting as Buddy Holly and Patsy Cline.
A three-hour “Memories of Elvis” show featuring Elvis Presley impersonator Steve Davis is always the featured performer for the festival.
Organizers of the Illinois Valley Economic Development Corp’s Rehabilitation Center personalize handmade decorative items.
Children get their photo taken in front of dinosaur models created by CM Studio, a local company that supplies scientifically correct dinosaur models for museums and other venues.
Vendors greet attendees who took the time to stop by their booth.
Food vendors featured delights for almost every taste bud from snacks to entrees.
An attendee of the fall festival describes an item he is looking for to a vendor.
The Coal Country Chamber of Commerce’s “Choo Choo” gave rides to children throughout the day.
Attendees browse the selection of plants and decorative items for sale by the IVEDC Rehabilitation Center.
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