RAPIDAN — Cowboys. Belly dancers. Fire fighting. Stilt-walking. And, oh man, a canon.

There are so very many reasons kids have a blast at History Fest every year. Saturday, at Jack McGowan’s farm, there will be entertainment ranging from cider making to a rickshaw, butter churning to juggling, rock candy to a trebuchet — it’s almost too much.

The fest was created by McGowan for kids to have hands-on historical learning experiences through activities and re-enactments. The first two days are always reserved for schools, but the public is invited Saturday.

The non-profit organization relies on sponsors, donations, fund-raisers and volunteers. Hundreds of volunteers are needed.

If interested in volunteering, call 388-2506.

If you go

What

History Fest

When

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday (Thursday and Friday are reserved for schools) at Jack McGowan’s farm in rural Rapidan

Admission

$3 for general admission, free for children ages 4 and under

For directions, visit http://www.historyfest.com/sections/directions.php, or call 388-2506 for more information.