The National Sweetcorn Festival in Hoopeston, Illinois, is a beloved annual event celebrating the region’s agricultural heritage. Held over Labor Day weekend, the festival offers a variety of activities for all ages. Highlights include the iconic Sweetcorn Eating Contest, where participants compete to devour as many ears of sweetcorn as possible.
The National Sweetcorn Festival 2024
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Date:
29 August - 2 September, 2024
Location: Hoopeston
, Illinois
Venue: McFerren Park