Every year, Main Street Covington tries to answer as many of your questions regarding Stars and Stripes Fest.  Below are some of the most popular questions that we have received.  We will continue to update this page as we receive more questions.

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If you have a question, please email it to lsingleton@newtonchamber.com.

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Q: What exact time do the kids activities and events begin?

A: The event and activities will begin at 3:00 PM.

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Q: What happens if it rains?

A: Public Safety will make the final call, but if there is a chance of slight showers the event will still take place.

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Q: Can we bring a canopy tent to use until the sun goes down?

A: No canopies or tents allowed.

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Q: I heard there might be a Veterans portion/ program. If this is correct, what time is it?

A: The veterans will be recognized before the National Anthem at 9:40pm.

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Q: What suggestions do you have for parking?

A: Park wherever you can legally. We cannot guarantee parking for everyone, just do your best.

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Q: Can we use a credit card to purchase the t-shirts, or is it cash only?

A: The t-shirts will be given away for free at a first come, first serve basis on the days leading up to the event. Stay tuned on our social media pages to see where the shirts will be given away.

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Q: Are you providing snacks or water for free?

A: No, there will be plenty of food vendors selling food and drinks.

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Q: Is this a dog-friendly event?

A: Due to the noise of fireworks and volume of people expected, we recommend you do not bring your dog.

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Q: What time will the roads close?

A: The roads will be closed at 6:00 AM. Please do not park on the square overnight.

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Q: Where are the fireworks being shot from?

A: They will be fired from behind the historic Courthouse.

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Q: Who is going to play music and when will it start?

A: We have a variety of musicians including Hannah Thomas, Drive Time, The Newton County Community Band and Community Mass Choir, and A1A: The Official and Original Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band. Music will start at 5:00 PM and will be consistent until 9:40 when the National Anthem begins.

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Q: Will there be handicap parking available?

A: Yes. Handicap parking will be available at the BB&T bank on the square as well as BB&T off 278, Morgan Plaza, and in the parking lot behind Alexander Royston.

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Q: Will the activities be on the square?

A: All activities and performances will take place on and around the square.

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Q: Any chance someone could stream it live for those of us who cannot come?

A: We will do our best, but last year we had technical difficulties with the Wi-Fi. We hope we will not run into this again, but we cannot promise anything.

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Q: What kind of activities will there be?

A: There will be a zipline, rockwall, a video game truck, spider jump, cow train, obstacle course, and many more options!