Tremont Betterment Association Disbursement Meeting
Wednesday March 18, 2026, 6 PM
If your organization would like to apply for funding from the proceeds of the 2025 festival, please fill out the Disbursement Request Form and submit it no later than Monday, March 16, 2026.
Welcome to the
Tremont Turkey Festival
It is hard to believe we have been hosting our kick off to summer for 60 years now, but it is true. When a couple has been married for that many years, it is referred to as a diamond anniversary, symbolizing their long-lasting, unbroken bond with the strength and brilliance of a diamond. The people of Tremont have a similar long-lasting committment to our community and we look forward to having you join us as we mark this milestone anniversary.
Over the years, good food has always been a feature of the festival. Perennial favorites include strawberry shortcakes and smoothies, pancakes and sausage on Saturday morning, and our famous grilled turkey and hot wings. There is plenty to offer, so bring your appetite.
Don't forget about all the great entertainment we have to offer as well, and every bit of it is 100% free. Friday and Saturday evenings both offer great music, giving folks a chance to sit back, enjoy the warm nights and the delicious food, and listen to some fantastic acts.
In addition to the food and the music, there are even more reasons to come to the festival. Walk through the beautiful park exploring the wares at the craft and antique booths, stop by the country store for a lemonade shake-up, or enjoy the competition at the antique tractor pull. From the Miss Tremont Pageant to the bed races, to the parade on Sunday afternoon, there is something for all ages.
One of the greatest things about the festival is that it not only gives neighbors a chance to work together to put on a fun weekend event, but it also raises money that helps organizations throughout the community all year long.
Head on over to Tremont and join us for the weekend as we take a look back at the last 60 years and celebrate our diamand jubilee. Summer starts with us!
View our Schedule for a complete listing of events.
The Turkey Festival Needs You!
Looking for a way you can help out at the festival? Consider volunteering to work in the food line on Friday, June 12. We are often short on volunteers on Friday so we would love to have you help out on that day. Feel free to bring your family and friends along too!
If the food line is not your thing, we have plenty of other places where you can help. Contact the festival chairpeople at chairmen@turkeyfestival.com for more information.
Thanks in advance for your time and enthusiasm.
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T-shirt Day
Saturday is t-shirt day! Wear your Turkey Festival t-shirt and show your Tremont pride.
Jeff Muehlich Servant Leadership Award
The Jeff Muehlich Servant Leadership Award was established in 2016 to honor residents of the Tremont community who exemplify leadership through community service.
Jeff's passion for his town, school, and church was unquestionable. He dedicated his life to serving others through his time as a commissioner on Tremont Park Board, coaching and organizing various youth programs, volunteering at school functions, and donating many hours each year at the Tremont Turkey Festival.
The recipient of this award will be chosen by a panel of local leaders and will be announced at the Miss Tremont Pageant. A donation will be made in the recipient's name to a Tremont organization of their choosing.
Residents are encouraged to submit nominations for this award using the nomination form.
The Early Bird Gets...Turkey
Our goal is to try to have turkey available until at least 7 or 8 PM on Friday and Saturday, and at least until close to the start of the parade on Sunday, but sometimes the crowds are huge and the turkey sells faster than we expected. We hate disappointing anyone, but the bright side of this is when it happens, it means a lot of people came thru the food lines before you and our sales were fantastic, which means we raised a lot of money for the community. Our best advice eat early. We dont want you to go away hungry.
No Dogs Allowed
The Tremont Park District ordinances prohibit dogs in the park, so unfortunately you will need to leave Fido at home. 
Park and Ride
Finding a parking space is easy if you take advantage of our free shuttle bus service. Simply head to the junior high school parking lot (just south off Route 9 on West Street, on the west edge of town) and ride the shuttle to the park.
Shuttles run every few minutes during the following times:
| Friday |
4 - 10 PM |
| Saturday |
9 AM - 10 PM |
| Sunday |
9 AM - 3 PM |
Map of Shuttle Route
Sandwiches on Sunday
When you come to the festival on Sunday, don't wait until after the parade to purchase your turkey sandwiches. We often run out of turkey sometime during the parade and, if we do, people who come to the food line after the parade end up disappointed because they have to go home empty-handed. Don't be one of them — remember to get your sandwiches before the parade.
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