Saturday, July 3, 2004 Photo Gallery

Photos by Jason and Mandy Basford

A patriotic contestant drives his way through the 5/3 Baby Parade.

This contestant fits the theme "Barnyard Babies".

Winners of the baby parade are announced by 5/3 Bank employees.

Cornhole was a new event at this year's festival. It was very popular.

The cornhole tournament, sponsored by Hillsboro FFA, took place on Saturday morning.

The pet parade was very popular. This contestant won the "most lookalike" category.

This contestant in the pet parade took top honors for "most patriotic".

Magician John Lewis was very entertaining for the Saturday morning crowds.

Plum Run Bluegrass brought some toe-tapping bluegrass to the afternoon crowds.

Juggler Bob juggles flames as Marc Bayless of the Hillsboro Fire and Rescue looks on.

Noreen's School of Dance students perform one of many of their dances from around the world.

The rock wall was a challenge and a thrill for many attendees.

The kiddie tractor pull was an exciting Saturday evening event.

The Cincinnati Reds Rover made a Saturday evening stop in Hillsboro.

Red Skelton portrayed by J.B. Barnett was a look back at the great humor and wit of yesteryear.

Barnett portays one of Skelton's most famous acts, "Guzzler's Gin".

Another famous act was portrayed for the large crowd.

The bell and basket auction is an important fundraiser for the festival.

Trick Pony gathered a large crowd to hear their many hits and new songs.

Trick Pony's Ira Dean.

Trick Pony's Heidi Newfield.

Trick Pony's Keith Burns.