Things couldn’t have gone any better for Elise Reabold on Sunday.

Reabold assumed the chairmanship of the Summit Hill Hootenanny this year and the day featured great weather, a variety of activities and superb attendance.

The Hootenanny was held in Ludlow Park in Summit Hill and by mid-afternoon, the eight-hour festival was packed with people. Because the event was free no actual attendance figures were kept.

“I’ve been coming to every one and I’m sure this is the largest crowd of them all,” said Robin Cantrell of Lansford. “It’s good for the area to see such a fun-filled festival that has something for the whole family to enjoy.”

Six bands played throughout the day. There was a free play area for children, air-filled slides and a bounce cage.

More than a dozen food vendors were on site, nonprofit groups set up stands along the walkway and miscellaneous vendors sold anything from T-shirts to honey.

“I’m amazed that there’s this many people here,” Reabold said. “It’s absolutely amazing. Everything fell into place. This turnout makes me unbelievably happy.”

The great weather was a factor in the Hootenanny’s success. The weather forecasters predicted showers throughout the day, but only a few drops fell on festival attendees.

Meanwhile, less than 10 miles away, thunderstorms and heavy downpours occurred. Some roadways in surrounding areas reported minor flooding.

Not at the Hootenanny, though. The sun shone most of the day.

The array of food trucks was a contributing factor to keeping people at the event. You could purchase smoked pork sandwiches, burgers, fries, macaroni and cheese and even soft Leiby’s ice cream.

Boy Scouts were selling doughnuts. The Panther Valley High School golf team had a waffles and ice cream stand.

Sandi Marola, of Pennsburg, who served as the emcee for the music performances, said she was impressed with the turnout of people.

“I love the setting,” she said of the Hootenanny. “This park is perfect for what they do for a one-day festival.”

One of the fun attractions was an appearance by Dani Long Legs, who twirls hula-hoops and spins balls on her fingers while balanced on stilts. She had a large young following who also had fun trying to mimic her Hula-Hoop skills. Dani Long Legs, who is Dani Butala of West Penn Township, also walked around the Hootenanny grounds on the stilts to greet visitors.

“It’s nice,” said Melissa Porambo of Summit Hill, adding that she feels it’s a positive element for the community.

Sara Ruch, who founded the festival and had been the chairman until stepping down this year, spent the entire day at the Hootenanny. She even was part of two of the bands that performed.

She said, “I think the committee has outdone themselves. It’s a beautiful day.”

Music included polkas, blue grass, folk, country and rock ‘n’ roll.