48th Annual North Ridgeville Corn Festival

Enjoy Fireworks, Kids’ Games, FREE Live Entertainment and FREE Parking, Corn-Eating Contest, Grande Parade, and MORE!

We are delighted to invite you to join us for a weekend filled with family-friendly fun and entertainment. As a celebration of community, culture, and corn, our festival offers an array of exciting experiences that will delight attendees of all ages.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll enjoy the convenience of free parking and free admission. Once inside, prepare to be captivated by our lineup of free live entertainment featuring talented performers who will keep you entertained throughout the event. Prepare for a breathtaking fireworks display on Friday night that will light up the sky and fill the air with joy and wonder.

But the festivities don’t end there! On Saturday afternoon, join us for the highly anticipated Corn Eating Contest. Watch as participants compete to see who can devour the most delicious corn in the shortest amount of time. It’s a thrilling and entertaining spectacle that will have you cheering!

We wrap things up on Sunday afternoon with the mile-long Grande Parade and the Trophy Awards ceremony at the Gazebo.

Best of all, admission to the festival is completely free, allowing everyone to participate in the festivities. Remember to explore our free kids’ games and activities, ensuring the little ones have a memorable time too. Join us at the North Ridgeville Corn Festival and experience a weekend of laughter, music, and community.

Location: Bainbridge Road between Route 83 and Root Road

Schedule:

Friday, August 11, 2023

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Arts Council Corn Festival Craft Fair Setup

6:00 pm: Grounds Open - South Central Park 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

6:00pm - 8:00pm: Poppie's Kids' Korner
In front of Safetyville 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Keith The Magic Man, Magic & Balloon Art

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Arts Council Corn Festival Craft Fair
Office for Older Adults 7327 Avon Belden, North Ridgeville, OH

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Opening Ceremonies
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Ava Rowland

7:00 pm - 11:00 pm: Tony Shultz
The Beer Garden 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

7:15 pm - 7:30 pm: Golden Kernel Award
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

7:30 pm - 7:45 pm: Kiwanis Club Cutest Dog Contest Winner Announcement
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

8:00 pm - 10:30 pm: Recess
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

10:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Fireworks
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

11:00 pm: Grounds Close
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

Saturday, August 12, 2023

9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Red Car Show Registration
South Central Park 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Grounds Open
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

11:00 am - 3:00 pm: Child Fingerprint Identification Cards at Lorain County Prosecutor Booth

11:00 am - 4:00 pm: Pre-Register for Corn Eating Contest at Souvenir Booth
Souvenir Booth 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

11:00 am - 10:00 pm: Arts Council Corn Festival Craft Fair
Office for Older Adults 7327 Avon Belden, North Ridgeville, OH

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Car Show – Participant Judging
South Central Park 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Keith The Magic Man, Magic & Balloon Art

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm: Kids Games at Poppie’s Kids Corner

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm: Car Show Winners Announced
South Central Park 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Corn Eating Contest
Join us for the Corn Eating Contest on Saturday!

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Ava Rowland
Stage at Safetyville 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

7:00 pm - 11:00 pm: Tony Shultz
The Beer Garden 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

8:00 pm - 10:30 pm: Electrik Circus
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

11:00 pm: Grounds Close

Sunday, August 13, 2023

12:00 pm: Grounds Open

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Arts Council Corn Festival Craft Fair
Office for Older Adults 7327 Avon Belden, North Ridgeville, OH

12:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Keith The Magic Man, Magic & Balloon Art

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: DJ Guy
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm: Grande Parade
Grande Parade down Center Ridge Rd.

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Tony Shultz

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm: Kids Games at Poppie’s Kids Corner
In front of Safetyville 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm: Introduction of Visiting Queens at Gazebo
The Gazabo 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

4:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Parade Trophies at Gazebo
Behind City Hall 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

6:00 pm: Grounds Close
Behind City Hall 7565 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH

Date: August 11 - 13, 2023

Venue: Bainbridge Road between Route 83 and Root Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039.

Admission: Free

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