The annual May Days Festival opens tonight in downtown Clinton.

It is a fundraiser for the Clinton Chamber of Commerce. Executive Director Janice Peterson is excited for this year's event which kicks off with the Clinton High School theater group's sing-off.

Live music will grace the square stage on Friday night. Peterson indicates they have invited food trucks to come out this year on top of the traditional carnival food and the Am Vets will be serving pork chops throughout the weekend.

Musical entertainment continues on Saturday of the festival. Peterson also points out there will be other fun games and contests happening on the square this weekend.

The Chamber of Commerce takes in a portion of the profits from wristband sales at the annual festival. Peterson thanks Second Chance for Pets, whose volunteers helps man the ticket booths throughout the weekend.

May Days runs tonight through Sunday. Pre-sale wristbands go through mid-day Thursday. Get more information about May Days by visiting clintonilchamber.org or finding the Chamber on Facebook.