Corunna’s Athletic Park filled with families for Capitan Kidd Days
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Bluey was making friends in The Kids Zone at Capitan Kidd Days in Corunna Aug. 1.
Corunna’s Athletic Park filled with families for Capitan Kidd Days
August 2, 2026
Blake Ellis/The Independent
Kids of all ages have been having fun at Capitan Kidd Days at Corunna Athletic Park this weekend.
The four-day event includes both a baseball and a volleyball tournament, nightly music and lots for the kids to do.
Saturday, the Kid’s Fun Zone was the place to be with Bluey greeting friends and lots to explore.
There were also wagon rides and on Sunday, a Touch the Truck event.
A fireworks display is planned for Sunday night. Check the Capitan Kidd Facebook page for details.
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