LEWISBURG — Lewisburg’s Derby Days brought traditional festival fun back to the village last Thursday, Aug. 11 through Saturday, Aug. 13.

The three days of family fun began Thursday with a kiddie tractor pull and other events, including a talent contest.

Friday night, Aug. 12, brought Motorcycle Bike Nite, and included live music by Preble County Line Band and a street dance to close the evening.

There were emonstrations at the historic Smith’s Blacksmith shop, on both Friday and Saturday. The festival included music, food, craft vendors, a beer garden, as well as children’s rides and games.

The Derby Race itself was held on Saturday afternoon, Aug. 13. The 26th annual cruise-in was also held on Saturday.

Derby Days festivities closed with a large fireworks display Saturday night.

Lewisburg’s Derby Days kicked off late summer and fall festival fun in Preble County, Thursday, Aug. 11 through Saturday, Aug. 13. The traditional soap box derby race was held on Saturday.

https://www.registerherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/41/2022/08/web1_derby3.jpgLewisburg’s Derby Days kicked off late summer and fall festival fun in Preble County, Thursday, Aug. 11 through Saturday, Aug. 13. The traditional soap box derby race was held on Saturday.

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Lewisburg’s Derby Days last week included the traditional soap box derby race on Saturday, Aug. 13.

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Horse drawn carriage from the parade brought by the Trinity Lutheran Church.

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Kids riding carts at Derby Days.

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Chief BJ Sewert annoucing the races for Derby Days.

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Girl enjoying the slide held at Derby Days.

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Children and parents waiting for the Derby Days parade.

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The TCN marching band at the Derby Days parade.

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TCN cheerleaders dancing and marching in the Derby Days parade.

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