Sparta Town and Country Days are full of family-friendly fun! Compete in the hay bale toss competition, watch the parade, and enjoy the carnival! It's a great way to celebrate our history while bringing our community together! Come check it out and participate in one of Sparta's favorite traditions!
Schedule of Events
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Breath & Birds at Long Lake Park by Blandford Nature Center - Long Lake Park, 10am
$5 per person, pre-registration required.
Parade led by Grand Marshall: Sue Blackall - State St to E. Division, 11am
Come take part in one of Sparta's most beloved Town & Country Days traditions! Do you have a business or organization and want to take part in the parade? Sign-ups are still open on our applications page.
Apple Blossom Market - Balyeat Field, 11am-6pm
Shop from a wide range of local artisan vendors.
Carnival - Balyeat Field, Noon-11pm
A crowd favorite! Enjoy exciting rides, fun games, and snacks from the concession stands.
Historical Commission Research Center Open - 71 N Union, Noon-5pm
Find out about Sparta's rich and interesting history.
Veterans Museum Open - 75 N Union, Noon-5pm
Learn about the Sparta veterans who fought in the Civil War, Spanish-American War, WWI, Korean War, Vietnam War, and the Desert War.
All About Bugs - Myers School House, 12:30-2pm
Bug Search, Games, Crafts, a museum-quality insect collection on loan from the Howard Christensen Nature Center, & Chickens Wiffle Ball Tournament by Little League & Sparta Softball and Baseball- Sparta Sports Park
$20/person or $100 for a team. 3 Age Divisions - 8-11 years old, 12-16 years old, and 17 years old and up. Sign ups will be posted soon
Nature Crafts at Long Lake Park by Blandford Nature Center - Long Lake Park, 2-3pm
$5 per person, pre-registration required.
Carnival Information
Advanced Daily Armband Sale:
Buy Saturday's ride band online for $5 off!
This deal is only valid until midnight on the night before the event starts.
Carnival Hours and Ride Pricing:
Friday: 3pm-10pm - $25 daily armband
Saturday: 12pm-11pm - $30 daily armband
Sunday: 12pm-6pm - $25 daily armband
Tickets are also available 4 for $5
Tickets are for rides only; cash or cc are accepted at the concessions.
Rides require 2-6 tickets per rider.
Daily armbands are valid on the day of purchase only, no transfers or swapping.
All sales FINAL.
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