While the Barstow Street construction will impede a true, daylong Summer Fest this year, you can rest assured that there will be another great family night. In fact, it is going to be Dr. Seuss-themed-great. This is not just for kids; we have all had a Dr. Seuss book read to us at one time or another. Salina Heller, communications and promotions coordinator of Downtown Eau Claire, said these events are a way to bring the community together for a night of fun and relaxation without worrying about spending a lot of money. “It’s a great fun family activity,” Heller said. “It just so happens to be that The Lorax has been a popular movie for events like this all over the country, so we decided to go along with that. There will be a lot of fun kids activities for family and to just have a fun night in the park.” If you have a child, they will delight in the fact that their favorite characters are coming to life. If you don’t have a child, come to the park anyways and channel your inner child. There will be an inflatable movie screen, balloon animals, juggling and the chance to finally meet some of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters. At 8pm, the Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild will perform and if you stick around until 8:30pm a screening of The Lorax will begin. And all of this happens after more than 100 artists beautify the sidewalks during Chalkfest just down the road in Wilson Park all day. Both events are totally free and loads of fun. 

Summer Fest’s Family Night: The Lorax • Aug. 3 • Phoenix Park • 5-11pm • FREE • all ages • DowntownEauClaire.org