Summer just might be the tastiest season of the year, at least for those of us who enjoy the freshest fruits and veggies. We have so many ways to enjoy that freshness, too, whether it’s visiting a local farm to pick strawberries or spending time at this sweet corn festival in East Prairie, Missouri.

Start counting down to the Main Street Party and Sweet Corn Festival in East Prairie. The sweetest festival of the season is set for June 23-24, 2023.
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The two-day annual event is jam-packed with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and good eats. The weekend launches with the epic Main Street Party on Friday, June 23.
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Past festivals have included a car show, face painting for the kiddos, and vendors selling a variety of goods.
Several competitions will be held throughout the weekend, too. If you’ve got a competitive spirit, you might want to sign up for Friday evening’s Huskers 5K Run/Walk. The event kicks off at 6:30 p.m.
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The Tour de Corn, a bike ride strictly for fun, is one of Saturday’s highlights. Bring the whole family for a leisurely ride along one of several routes. Maps of routes will be available at the registration table.
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Routes range from 15 miles to 100 miles, and each follows along at least a section of the Mississippi River Cycling Trail.
Pick up the microphone and show off your singing skills during the festival’s “Puttin’ on the Hits” competition. The competition starts on Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at East Prairie High School.
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Contestants are divided into age groups – five to eight years; nine to 13 years; and 14 and older (adults). Cash prizes will be awarded to first and second place in all three categories.
East Prairie High School will host the popular Littles Sweet Corn Pageants. Little ones from newborn to 12 years participate in this longstanding event. Contestants are divided into age groups.
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The event will be held on June 24. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. while the competition begins at 11 a.m.
Learn more on the Sweet Corn Festival website. Or, stop by the Sweet Corn Festival Facebook page.
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If you love corn, then a trip to the Sweet Corn Festival in East Prairie, Missouri, is an absolute must. Have you been? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! Did you know there’s a tree tunnel in East Prairie, Missouri, too? Yep, and it’s a must-visit.

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