TRAVERSE CITY -- The third annual "Cow Fest" will take place this Sunday, June 10th.
The Colantha Walker Dairy Festival celebrates the life of Northern Michigan's most famous cow. Of the 96 Holstein-Friesian cows that comprised the former Traverse City State Hospital's herd, Colantha was the most famous. In 1926, she produced nearly 23,000 pounds of milk in a single year, making her the highest milk producer in the world.
Upon her death in 1932, a banquet was held in her honor. A tombstone was also placed at her gravesite near the south end of the Commons property.
Celebrate the famous Colantha Walker at this moo-ving festival. Milk this weekend for all it's worth, and take part in all of the fun activities. Here are a list of the events:
Pancake Breakfast: 10-Noon
Farmers Market: 10am-3 pm
A Fitness Fair on the Historic Front Lawn
Live Moo-sic and Performances
Parade to Colantha's Headstone: Noon-1pm
Wagon Rides: 1-6pm
Wine and Cheese Pairings, Wine and Chocolate or Cookie Pairings
The Great Grilled Cheese Grill-off: 3-4pm
For a complete list of events and times, visit the Colantha Walker Dairy festival website, by clicking here.
