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When is the St. Jude Sweet Corn Festival?​
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Friday, August 8th, 5 pm-11 pm
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Saturday, August 9th, 11 am-11 pm
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Sunday, August 10th, 12 pm-6 pm
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Does it cost to enter the festival, and where do I buy tickets?
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Yes, there is a $5 admission fee for ages 11-59 (10 and under are free, and 60 and over are free)
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We DO NOT sell admissions tickets before the event or online. Admission can only be purchased at the entrance gates of the festival.
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Keep your wristband on from Friday or Saturday, and get in free on Sunday
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Where can I park?
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There is limited free parking on the church grounds off Edgewood Road and 1st Avenue.
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Limited handicap parking is off 1st Avenue
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Free Shuttle and parking running from Mid-American Aerospace.
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Motorcycle parking is located at the front of the church under the overhang.
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Street parking is also available. Please be cautious of NO PARKING signs.
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All St.Jude and Mid-American Parking is FREE! We DO NOT sell any online parking passes or spots.
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For hours and location of the FREE shuttle--see Parking
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What can I bring into the Festival?
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Bags Policy: Any bags entering the festival that are larger than 5” x 7” will be required to be a clear bag. All bags are subject to inspection at any time on church grounds.
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Weapons: No firearms, knives, or any type of object considered to be a weapon will be allowed. This is up to the discretion of the CRPD and the festival committee
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No facemask (unless medical grade)
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No pets (Service Animals allowed)
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No bikes, scooters, or other motorized vehicles (except for medical necessity)
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No outside food or drink
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No smoking or vaping
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Can I come in just get corn, and not pay admission?
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No, everyone entering the festival has to pay admission and receive a St. Jude wristband. (Reminder 10 and under and 60 and over have free admission daily)
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Can I purchase a Wristband for Rides?
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No, Tickets for rides are sold separately inside the festival at ticket booths stationed by the rides. Each ticket is $1, and each ride ranges from 2 to 5 tickets per ride. (There are no refunds on ride tickets.)
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Ride Ticket sales end one hour before closing each night of the festival.
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All tickets are sold on the festival grounds, and there is no pre-purchasing ride tickets
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How long does Bingo last?
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Bingo is 50 Cents a card, times are as follows
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Friday, 5 pm-11 pm
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Saturday 1 pm-11 pm
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Sunday 12 pm-6 pm (Blackout 100% payout will be on Sunday, the very last game)
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How can I buy Car Raffle Tickets?
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Car Raffle Tickets can be purchased from any parishioner leading up to the festival.
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Car Raffle Tickets can only be purchased with cash!
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During the Festival, Car Raffle Tickets can be bought on festival grounds at the Car Raffle Booth, located in the middle of the food tent.
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We DO NOT have any online ticket sales for the Car Raffle Tickets.
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* IF YOU ARE THE WINNER, YOU WILL ONLY BE CONTACTED VIA A PHONE CALL*
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You do not have to be present to win.
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What age do I need to be to enter the Bags tournament in the Beverage Tent?
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All participants and spectators for the bag tournament must be 21+​
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Does the Festival Accept Debit/ Credit Cards?
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Yes, but a small fee may apply if used.
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Cash is also accepted, ATMs are available around the festival fees may apply
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*Car Raffle Tickets can only be purchased with cash*
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Does the Festival allow outside food vendors?
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No, the Festival has several food tents with items ranging from pork burgers, hot dogs, roasted potatoes, walking tacos, and much more! There is something for everyone! Including our $1 ear of Corn!