FAIR OAKS, CA (MPG) - Thanks to the Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District, along with its sponsors and volunteers, the Chicken Festival has been going strong in the community for 20 years.

The popular event attracts thousands of visitors annually.

This year’s festival took place on Sept. 20 and lived up to expectations.

From the hilarious Cluck N’ Crow Contest hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Orangevale-Fair Oaks to the Watering Hole hosted by the Rotary Club of Fair Oaks, there was something for everyone to enjoy throughout the day.

Brooke from Gold River was one of several Girl Scout volunteers who came out to share her arts and crafts skills at the local Girl Scout Troop vendor booths.

Other event highlights included live music from The River City Outlaws and Dunsbar Road, the Great Chicken (decorating contest), the Cornhole Tournament hosted by the Fair Oaks Chamber and Rocky’s Roost Adventure Zone hosted by the Bella Vista Band Boosters.

And Rocky’s Roost Kids Zone sponsored by Learning Jungle, the Food Court hosted by SacMoFo Food Trucks and dozens of vendors all added to the Chicken Festival fun.

Of course, Rocky the Rooster was on hand, making sure everyone had a good time throughout the day.