Organizers for Royal Oak’s Taco Fest have canceled Thursday’s opening day due to the extreme heat.
The festival will now open 11 a.m. on Friday, July 3, and continue through 9 p.m. on Sunday, July 5.
The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures in Royal Oak near 100 degrees farenheit on Thursday with the heat index peaking between 105 and 110 degrees. Temps will fall through weekend with highs on Friday near 97 degrees, Saturday 92 degrees and Sunday near 90.
“From the first bite to the final encore, the festival is ready to roll into the weekend with a full lineup beginning Friday, along with an added focus on comfort, shade and hydration,” said Jon Witz, Royal Oak Taco Fest producer.
Cooling amenities have been upgraded for the festival including:
A dozen misting stations throughout the festival grounds
Spash pad access at Centennial Commons
Free cans of water on Friday from noon to 6 p.m.
More tents with cooling fans
The festival is located east of Main Street between 11 Mile Road and 4th Street.
Hours are Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday, July 5, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission for adults is $12 at the gate; children ages 6 to 10 is $5.
For more information, visit royaloaktacofest.com.