Poster Contest                                ___              TBA
Dresden Elementary ------------------------------------ FREE
K - 4th grade
Posters on display in Dresden merchant’s windows
Chairperson: Carolyn Maxey, 364-2724

Iris Festival Softball Tournament         Sat., April 12
                          Championship Game   Sat., April 26
Dresden City Park ---------------Team Entry Fee: $100
Jack & Jill (10-person team must consist of 5 men & 5 women)
Chairperson: Wendi Maxey, 364-6786,
& Corry Essary, 364-3366

WPSD’s “What’s It Worth?”       Thursday, April 24
Dresden Civic Center --------------------------- FREE
Entries taken at 8:00 am
WPSD’s Mike Mallory will host this popular event where you may find valuable “treasure” by appraising your antiques!
Chairpersons:  Winnie Moore, 364-2077, & Jake Bynum, 514-0594
Sponsored by: Do-Drop In EBay Store – Martin

Citywide Yard Sale                                  All Day
Citywide -------------------------------- Participation Fee: $5.00
Deadline to register: April 19, 2008
Maps available:  Kid’s Quarters & City Hall on Fri., Apr. 24
Chairpersons: Onda Sheridan, 364-5265
& Michelle Montgomery, 822-3510
Sponsored by: Kid's Quarters

Multiple Sclerosis Benefit Breakfast      7:00 am
McWherter Civic Center------------------------- Tickets: $5.00
All proceeds to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Advance tickets available from Lion’s Club members.  Additional donations appreciated.
Chairperson: Wendell Verdell, 364-2965, Jennifer Branscum
Sponsored by: Dresden Lions Club

Iris Festival Bicycle Rodeo                   10:00 am
McWherter Civic Center------------- Registration fee: FREE
Open to grades K – 4; Riders bring bicycles and helmets
Registration forms available at Dresden Elementary, Dresden Parks & Recreation, and festival website.
NOTE: Bicycles awarded to winners!
Chairperson: Brothers of Pi Kappa Alpha - Corry Essary, 364-3366
Sponsored by: Brothers of Pi Kappa Alpha

The Amazing Iris Festival Race            2:00 pm
City of Dresden Park ------Registration fee: $10.00 per team
(Rain location to be determined)
Deadline to register: April 18, 2008
Advance registration is required.  Teams must consist of 4 players.  Maximum of 10 teams to compete. 
Participants must be 18 yrs. old or over.
Chairpersons: Dresden Fire Department-Lyndal Dilday, 364-5251
Sponsored by: Dresden Fire Department

TN Iris Festival Opening Ceremony    6:00 pm
City of Dresden Park ----------------------------- FREE
(Rain Location: Dresden Athletic Center – Old Gym)
The celebration starts with blues and southern rock provided by Lew Jetton and 61 South and end the evening with a fantastic fireworks show!  Free food, live entertainment, games, and fun for the whole family!  
Chairpersons: Tennessee Iris Festival Executive Board,
Robb & Suzie Newbill, 364-2219,
Joy Adams, 235-2077
Chairpersons: Tennessee Iris Festival Executive Board, 364-2219
Sponsored by: Tyson Foods, Volunteer Distributing, Pepsi, Hamilton-Ryker, McDonald’s, EW James & Sons

Cemetery Walk              5:00 pm (Rain Date May 4)
Sunset Cemetery ------------------------------------------- FREE
Chairpersons:   Bobby Goode, 364-5391
& Tommy Moore, 364-2915
Sponsored by:  Bowlin Funeral Home, Stoker & Sons

Prayer Breakfast                                            7:00 am
Dresden Elementary School -----------------  Tickets: $5.00
Tickets available: Dresden First Baptist Church, First United Methodist Church, City Hall, & First State Bank
Chairperson: Dr. Don McCulley
Sponsored by: Dresden First Baptist Church

Tasting Party                                      5:00 – 8:00 pm
Dresden Elks Lodge ---------------------------Tickets: $7.00
Chairpersons: Winnie Moore, 364-2077
& Jane Tucker, 364-3385
Sponsored by:  James H. Westbrook, CPA; Dr. Jeff Higgs, DDS; Junior Moore Farms, and George & Julia Thomas

Iris Festival Fun Bingo                      7:00 – 8:30 pm
Dresden Athletic Center (Old Gym) -- Admission: FREE
Come and enjoy the fun and fellowship of the community.  Great prizes donated from our local businesses. (Adults only)
Chairpersons: Alan & Peggy Jackson, 364-2839
Sponsored by: Dresden Medical Associates

Children’s Bingo                                 6:00 – 7:00 pm
(Children must be picked up by 7:00 pm)
Dresden Elementary School  ----------- Admission: FREE
Games for children up to age 12.  Fun prizes!  
Chairperson: Principal Mike Laughrey, 364-3401
Sponsored by:  Dresden Elementary PTO

Baking Contest                                  8:00 – 10:00 am
McWherter Civic Center -----------------  Entry Fee: FREE
Judging at 10:00 am; Open to all!  Ribbons to be awarded!
Chairperson:   Gail Rogers, 364-5678
Sponsored by:  Askew-Hargraves-Harcourt & Associates Consulting Engineers

Senior Citizen Luncheon                         12:00 noon
McWherter Civic Center  ---------------- Admission: FREE
Pot Luck! Door Prizes! Everyone invited to attend!
Chairperson: Gail Rogers, 364-5678
Sponsored by: Back Pain Relief Clinic

Community Wide Gospel Singing               7:00 pm
Dresden First Baptist Church
(Alternate location due to construction: Dresden Athletic Center – Old Gym)
Chairperson: Tommy Moore, 364-2915
Sponsored by: Weakley County Municipal Electric

Carnival Begins                    Wednesday – Saturday
Downtown – Wilson & Nelson Streets
Provided by Trinity Amusements

Iris Festival Golf  Tournament               lunch 11:30 

Persimmon Hills Golf Course ----------tee off 12:30
3-Person Scramble
Advance Registration required.  Registration forms available at Dresden Insurance Agency, City Hall, and festival website.
Cash prizes and lunch provided
Chairpersons: David Campbell, 364-3529 (H), 364-3117 (W)
& Colin Johnson, 364-3226
Sponsored by: First State, Dresden Rotary Club, Dresden Insurance Agency, Greenfield Banking Company

Community Health Fair          9:00 am – 12:00 noon
West Side of Court Square ------------------------------FREE
Local health care providers will be providing free health screenings and resource education.
Chairperson: Tony Harrison, 973-3755 or 364-5812
Sponsored by:  CareAll Home Care Services

Fairy Tale Feast                                  4:00 – 5:30 pm
Dresden Elementary School ------------ Admission: FREE
Chairpersons: Marla Rook, 822-3162, & Katie West, 364-2222
Sponsored by: Mathis Battery, Gingerbread Junction & Mainstreet Munchkins

Teen Street Dance                            7:00 – 10:00 pm
Courtsquare   ----------- Admission: FREE
Chairperson: Todd Maxey, 514-6401
Sponsored by:  Todd Maxey

Quilt & Needlework Registration & Entries
Must Be Received                      11:00 am – 4:00 pm
McWherter Civic Center ----------------------- No entry fee

Corner Café                                  11:00 am – 1:30 pm
First United Methodist Church -------------  Tickets: $7.00
Chairperson:   Jane Tucker, 364-2419
Sponsored by:  First United Methodist Church

Ken-Ten Iris Assoc. Show: AIS Affiliate                         
LOCATION CHANGE: First Baptist Church Family Life Center --------- FREE
Entries taken: 7:00 – 9:30 am; Judging begins at 9:45 am ; Awards;
Show Time: 1:00 – 5:00 pm; Iris Sale 1:00 – 5:00 pm
Chairperson: Carol Ann Carney, 931-232-5295
& Alison Harris
Sponsored by: Ken-Ten Iris Association, BancorpSouth, Sandra Klutts, Farm Bureau

Tennessee Iris Festival Horticulture Show                        
LOCATION CHANGE: First Baptist Church Family Life Center --------- FREE
Open for set-up: 7:30; Judging at 10:00 am ; Awards
Show Time: 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm
Chairpersons: Jason Kemp, 364-3053, Kristin Copeland,
& Pat Phillips, 364-5639
Sponsored by:

Quilt & Needlework  Shows      10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
McWherter Civic Center -------$1.00 donation appreciated
9 Classes in three-machine quilting; 11 classes in Needlework
Call for advance registration for either show by Thurs., May 1; Entries taken: May 1, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Ribbons Awarded
Entries must be picked up: Sat., May 3, 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Chairpersons: Carolyn Maxey & Wendy Perry, 364-2724
Sponsored by: Barker Brothers’ Waste Inc., Jolley’s Embroidery

Arts & Crafts Marketplace               6:00 – 10:00 pm
Court Square -----------------------------Booth rental: $30.00
                                                                Admission: FREE
10’ x 10’ space; Set-up begins at 4:00 pm; Tables available
Applications available on festival website
Arts, crafts, and fine merchandise vendors
Chairperson: Suzie Newbill, 364-2219
Sponsored by: The Dresden Business Association

Music Fest                                         7:00 – 10:00 pm
Court Square Lawn ---------------------- Admission: FREE
Rain Location: Dresden Athletic Center (Old Gym)
Local talent.  Advance registration for performers required.
Music Chairperson: Dick Hutcherson, 364-5259
Picnic Chairperson: BancorpSouth – Amy Lewellen, 364-3193
Sponsored by: BancorpSouth, Dresden Cable Inc./Dick Hutcherson

5K Race, 2 Mile Walk, & 1 Mile Fun Run  7:30 am
Corner of Main & Poplar Streets
Awards for winners
T-shirts only guaranteed for pre-registered participants.
Road Race Form [PDF]
5K Race: $12.00 in advance; $15.00 day of race
5K starts at 7:30 a.m.
5K Chairperson:   Todd Maxey, 514-6401
2 Mile Walk: $10.00
Walk starts at 7:35 a.m.
1 Mile Fun Run for children - $6.00 day of race
Fun Run Registration at 7:40 a.m.; Race starts at 8:00 a.m.
Walk & Fun Run Chairperson: Jinny Killebrew, 364-5847
Sponsored by:  
MTD Products, Inc., West Tennessee Auto LLC, JD Distributors, Inc., EW James & Sons, McDonald’s, Bryant’s Tire & Alignment Center

Arts & Crafts Marketplace           9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Court Square -----------------------------Booth rental: $30.00
                                                                Admission: FREE
10’ x 10’ space; Set-up begins at 7:30 am; Tables available
Applications available on festival website
Arts, crafts, and fine merchandise vendors
Chairperson: Suzie Newbill, 364-2219
Sponsored by: The Dresden Business Association

Iris Festival Luncheon_________               12:00 noon  
                            Immediately following the Parade
Dresden Elks Lodge -------------------------- Tickets:$10.00
Open to the public. Advance tickets required; Tickets are available at City Hall and First State Bank.
Cap off a week of celebrations with lunch and entertainment.
Chairperson: Iris Festival Executive Board,
Robb & Suzie Newbill, 364-2219
Sponsored by: Primrose Oil/Mayor & Mrs. Danny Forrester 

Pet Show                                                         1:00 pm
Next to Dresden Middle School ------------------- Entry: FREE
Several categories for all of your pets! Awards
Chairperson: Keely Nanney, 587-9738
Sponsored by: Dr. Bob Page, Northwest Veterinary Srv.

Cub Scout Cubmobile Derby                       2:00 pm
Wilson Park  ------------------------------------------ Entry: FREE
Chairperson: Pack 40 Cub Scouts,
Steven Stroud, 364-5881 (H), 648-2502 (W)

REGISTRATION OF ENTRIES
Advance registration is required for many events.  Obtain entry forms from Forms page.

TICKETS
Tickets for events can be ordered by mail.  Please send a check in the exact amount made out to the Tennessee Iris Festival and a self-addressed stamped envelope to P.O. Box 801 / Dresden, TN / 38225 or contact the event chairperson.