By: Jacob Kessler
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
jacob@thevillagereporter.com
WAUSEON – The Wauseon Homecoming was held this past weekend. Running from Thursday, June 20th through Saturday, June 22nd, the Wauseon Homecoming saw a good amount of people during each of its days in operation.
For the first time in the events history, the Homecoming was moved over to Biddle Park. Following the announcement of the change, comments were made that questioned the move, with other comments being made in support of it.
Moving a whole event the size of the Wauseon Homecoming is not something that can be done with the flip of a switch. It saw a huge amount of planning done by the Homecoming Committee, which led to its eventual success.
For those who have not been to a Homecoming, or have not been to one in some time, the event spans both sides of the tracks on Fulton Street in Downtown Wauseon.
Vendors, food trucks, games, and rides have always been a hallmark of the event. This year, those categories were taken to a new level at Biddle Park.
The Homecoming ended up looking more like some county fairs held at smaller fairgrounds than a town festival. With ample parking and plenty of room, the rides were plenty and so were the vendors. Crowds filled the midway and rides were full of happy people of all ages.
This year’s event featured several different entertainment options, including a battle of the bands, Homecoming Queen Pageant, Bob Seger Tribute Band, and more.
One also cannot forget the parade, which also saw a change in its placement, with the parade now going from Indian Way Road to Biddle Park. It was another successful Wauseon Homecoming for the record books.
