A cheerful kiddie choir and one of Manitoba’s finest French-Canadian children’s performers will be on hand as Kidsfest 2010 holds its official headliner announcement at The Forks Centre Court on Wednesday May 12 at 10 a.m.

“It’s a great opportunity for kids, parents, families and teachers to come down and hear about this year’s incredible lineup,” says Kidsfest Executive Producer Neal Rempel. “Plus, there is some free on-site entertainment guaranteed to excite all of our guests.”

Musician Jake Chénier will perform some of his trademark songs, like “Buzz Buzzity Buzz” – which won the John Lennon International Songwriting Contest Grand Prize in the children’s category. Dedicated to the educational entertainment of children, Jake Chénier has performed in over 600 schools, fairs and festivals across Canada and the United States.

The River East French Exposure Nursery School Kids and Alumni choir will also bring their youthful energy and wonderful singing voices to the kick-off announcement.

The headliner announcement comes just a few weeks prior to the actual Kidsfest event, now in its 28^th year. The annual extravaganza of fun and imagination will virtually take over the banks of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers for four fun-filled days from June 10-13, 2010.

For more information about Kidsfest 2010, visit www.kidsfest.ca or call the Winnipeg International Children’s Festival office at 204-958-4730.