SAGINAW, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – The Strawberry Festival is set to return to the Saginaw area after a pandemic-driven hiatus.

The once 50-year tradition raises money for the elderly. For the past three years, the festival was a no-go as organizers followed health guidelines to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

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The Strawberry Festival will return from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Community Village, 3200 Hospital Road in Saginaw. The outdoor event will feature tents and picnic tables on the facility’s property.

The event is free, but anyone hungry for strawberry shortcake must pay $7.