It's Official! R. Park Fest Is Back In Detroit: Cook-Off, Roller-Skating, Cornhole Championship & More!

Roosevelt Park Conservancy today announced its plans for the fourth annual R. Park Fest and Detroit Cornhole Championship on Sunday, September 22, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in Corktown’s Roosevelt Park.

The daylong event, which draws more than 1,500 attendees annually, will feature live music, food, art and, of course, cornhole.

Teams of two can register for the annual bean bag toss tournament at detroitcornhole.eventbrite.com.

Registration is $50/team

 This year's festival will also feature some new activities including: 

• Roller skating in front of Michigan Central Depot, hosted by Soul Skate (rentals available for $5)
• Firefighter cook-off between Detroit firehouses ($5 taste samples)
• Kids' art zone, hosted by 555 Gallery
• Music from Detroit's best DJs 

The proceeds raised at the event go towards the participating firehouses and Roosevelt Park.