St. Mary of the Lakes Carnival And MusicFest

06/01/2026

Since 2017, Maria King’s dedication and love for our community have made the SML Carnival & MusicFest a highlight of the spring season. As Chairperson, Maria worked year-round, coordinating with committee members, leading meetings, and making the difficult decisions necessary to ensure the event's success. Whether she was handling last-minute logistics, serving food, or assisting with security, her commitment was unstoppable. We deeply appreciate her years of service and will miss her leadership.

The carnival remains in excellent hands with our new co-chairs, Warren Mazzochette and Rachel Mazzochette . Having served on the committee since 2017, they understand exactly what it takes to maintain the SML Carnival & MusicFest as the premier event in South Jersey.

We look forward to seeing everyone in 2027!

📸Photo Credit: Rose Boehm

05/31/2026

Thank you to all who volunteered to make this year's SML Carnival & MusicFest a memorable & successful event. Some work throughout the year planning. Others work shifts throughout the 6 nights in May. However, ALL THE VOLUNTEERS are equally important & appreciated. Without the hundreds of volunteers, we would not be able to have this spectacular fundraiser.

05/17/2026

☺️We can't help thanking all the business, family and individual sponsors one more time! Their support was crucial in making the carnival a huge success.

05/16/2026

🎤🎸Always a fan favorite for the past 5 years at the carnival, The Deck Band is closing out the 2026 SML Carnival & MusicFest! Last chance this year to hear some great music while you enjoy time with friends on this summer like evening. Music, food, rides and games until 9pm.
🎥Video Credit: Warren Mazzochette

05/16/2026

😁The kids are all loving the puppet show. Come on by for the 5:30pm show and to see the puppets up close afterward.
🎥Credit: Warren Mazzochette

05/16/2026

😀The kids are in for a special treat today! Don't miss out on Imagine with Dany. Catch one of the puppet shows and then stay around after the second show to get a closer look at the puppets.

🤩An exciting new addition to the children's entertainment in 2026! We are excited to welcome Imagine with Dany who will perform two puppet shows on Saturday May 16th. After the 2nd show stick around so the kids can get a closer look at the puppets as she strolls the carnival grounds.

🌐Danielle Lacy & Imagine With Dany
FB: www.facebook.com/AuthorDanielleLacy
Web: www.daniellelacy.com/
IG: imaginewithdany

05/16/2026

🎪Saturday Details🎪 Last day to attend before the sun sets on the 2026 Carnival
‼️IMPORTANT: Please Read 2 Announcements On Facebook & Instagram Regarding SECURITY MEASURES & CLEAR BAG POLICY
🎟Ticket Booths Open 3:30pm
📣Families With Children: Imagine With Dany Puppet Shows 4:30pm & 5:30pm
🍔Food, Beer & Wine Tents Open 5pm
🎡WRISTBAND $30, Rides & Games Open 4pm
🎵The Deck Band Takes The Stage 6pm
🎉Super 50/50 Raffle, Nightly 50/50 Raffle
🕘Closing Time 9pm

🌐The Deck Band
FB: The Deck Band
Web: www.deckband.com
🌐Danielle Lacy & Imagine With Dany
FB: Imagine with Dany
Web: www.daniellelacy.com
IG: imaginewithdany
📸Photo Credit: Rose Boehm

05/15/2026

🎤🎷Welcoming the Philly Rock & Soul for the first time to the SML Carnival & MusicFest until 9pm. Let's show them how we do it by coming out to listen, sing along and dance.
🎥Credit: Warren Mazzochette

05/15/2026

Please remember to review the statement regarding protocol for attending and the bag policy. Both have been posted and pinned on Facebook. Thank you in advance for helping to promote a family friendly atmosphere!

05/15/2026

We are happy to say that due to the security measures and the Medford Police Department the carnival has provided a fun family friendly event and will continue to do so Friday and Saturday evenings.