The 103rd West Side Nut Club Fall Festival is finally here! Taking place all week long on West Franklin Street, be sure you check out these 17 safety tips before you go.

Expect Large Crowds at 103rd West Side Nut Club Fall Festival

More than 200,000 people are expected to stroll along the four-block stretch of Evansville's West Franklin Street between St Joseph Avenue and Wabash Avenue of Flags for annual Fall Festival. Hundreds of yummy food items are being served from nearly 140 area non-profit organizations.

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The Food and the Rides are Waiting for You on Franklin Street

 

The amusement rides are in place just waiting for you and your kids and there are prizes aplenty to be won when you test your skills at any of the many games along the midway. It's the week that many wait for all year long, but due to the shear volume of people expected to attend, the Evansville Police Department wants to be sure that everyone stays safe.

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Navigating Fall Festival Can Be a Challenge - Especially with Kids

It takes no time at all for West Franklin Street to fill up with a sea of people from Indiana, Kentucky and beyond, all moving simultaneously in different directions. It can be a challenge to navigate at times, especially if you have children with you. The Evansville Police have shared tips to help keep your kids, young and old, safe.

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General Safety Tips For Everyone Too

In addition to safety tips for parents, EPD also shared some general safety tips that anyone visiting the annual street festival could benefit from knowing. Below are 17 tips to stay safe at the 103rd West Side Nut Club Fall Festival, according to Evansville Police. Plus, you can keep scrolling to see the list of 11 items that are strictly prohibited from Fall Festival.

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Fall Festival Safety Tips from the Evansville Police Department

More than 200,000 people are expected to flock to West Franklin Street in Evansville, Indiana for the annual West Side Nut Club Fall Festival. For first responders and event organizers, safety is the first priority. The Evansville Police Department have shared some tips to ensure you and your children have a fun and safe Fall Festival experience.

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Evansville Police Say These 11 Items are Prohibited at the West Side Nut Club Fall Festival

The West Side Nut Club Fall Festival is an annual tradition for Evansville residents and visitors alike. Of course, with any event of this magnitude, safety is always a top priority for event organizers and local first responders. That's why the Evansville Police Department has released its list of prohibited items. These 11 items should not be brought to Fall Festival

Gallery Credit: Kat Mykals

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