BUCYRUS — With the Bratwurst Festival just a little more than two weeks away, deadlines are fast approaching for contest and event entry.
Applications must be received postmarked by Aug. 1 or dropped off in person during First Friday. The Bratwurst Festival Gift Shop will be open during First Friday on Aug. 2 from 5-8 p.m.
Applications for parade entry, the 5K Color Fun Run and the pigtail contest are all due by the deadline.
Other contests such as the men’s legs contest, pretty baby, hoop shoot, mini-moto and all eating contests have registration 30 minutes prior to the start of the events.
While meeting the entry deadline guarantees a t-shirt for the 5K and pigtail contest, entry forms will be accepted the day of those events, as well. Parade applications received after Friday will have a $25 entry fee per unit.
Those interested may print the entry forms to the 5K and pigtail contest, as well as the parades, on the Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival website or fill them out in person at First Friday.