NEW FESTIVAL: A donut-eating contest, donut-flavored beer, mini golf and free concerts part of Troy’s Donut Jam

Credit: Amelia Robinson / Staff

Credit: Amelia Robinson / Staff

Troy Main Street will host a jam-packed night of music, fun and of course, donuts, at the new Donut Jam Festival.

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The fun kicks off on Friday, Aug. 24 at 5 p.m. as singer Meghna opens the night with soulful renditions of popular songs. Funky G and the Groove Machine will follow with their high-energy R&B, Hip-Hop and Funk renditions.

At 8 p.m. The Buckeye Donut Dash will take the stage to host its first annual Donut Eating Contest.
Cheer on some of Troy's finest as they devour unheard of quantities of donuts in this messy event. Once the full-bellied winner is announced, Hey There Morgan, will perform.

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Credit: DAVID MOODIE

Credit: DAVID MOODIE

There will be a bounce house, face painting, and a photo booth for the kiddos, as well as donut-themed activities, miniature golf holes, a learn to kayak area, a 2,200 gallon aquarium and a giant game of Operation.

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Free donuts will be available to both children and the young at heart. Moeller Brew Barn will be on site to offer donut-flavored beer in addition to their craft beer options. Non-alcoholic drinks will also be for sale with proceeds going directly to Be the Match, an organization that provides funding for patients in need of a bone marrow transplant.

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The next morning, cyclists will be peddling their way through Troy in the Tour de Donut bicycle event. Others will be participating in the Buckeye Donut Dash 5K. There will be even more musical entertainment and children’s activities on Saturday, including a visit from the Columbus Zoo. The Farmer’s Market will also be running in the morning from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Want to go?

WHAT: The Donut Jam

WHERE: Downtown Troy, 405 Public Sq., Troy

WHEN: Friday, Aug. 24 from 5 to 11 p.m.

INFO: Facebook

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