Held the second Saturday in August, the Adel Partners Chamber is proud to present the annual Adel Sweet Corn Festival! Welcoming thousands of visitors each year, the festival offers fun for the whole family and … free sweet corn!
2026 Sweet Corn Festival
Thank you to everyone who made the 46th annual Sweet Corn Festival a success!
Stay up to date with the latest information on our Adel Sweet Corn Festival Facebook page.
Mark your calendars for next year's festival - August 8, 2026!
Friday, August 7
Friday Aug 7, 2026 starting at 4:30pm Shucking of the Corn begins. Join us at the southside of the police/fire station (S10th St between Main & Prairie). Water and beer are provided compliments of Culligan Water Conditioning and Corner Tap while supplies last!
Saturday, August 8
Sweet Corn Festival 5K
Taking place along the scenic brick streets of Adel, join us for a beautiful run (or walk) through our wonderful town. Then stick around to enjoy the fun and festivities of the Sweet Corn Festival.
The 2025 5K proceeds will benefit the Adel Partners Chamber trail committee for future projects and trail improvements.
View the Adel Sweet Corn Festival 5K course.
The generosity of more than 65 volunteers make this run possible each year. Consider being a volunteer for this race!
Get the latest updates and information by following our Adel Sweet Corn Festival 5K page on Facebook.
Sweet Corn Festival Parade
Join us for Dallas County’s largest parade! Beginning annually at 9:30 am, you and your family can enjoy floats, entertainment, candy and goodies from many local businesses, clubs and more.
See the parade route and arrive early to save your spot.
Want to participate? Registration is not required. Please plan to arrive and lineup at the Brickyard in Adel at 8:30 am Enter to secure your spot in line at Greene and 18th Streets.
Free Sweet Corn
The main attraction at the Sweet Corn Festival! Seven tons of sweet corn is purchased by the Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce. The sweet corn is shucked on Friday evening, stored in a refridgerated truck, then cooked and served by volunteers for you to enjoy!
Sweet Corn Vendors
Each year, the Sweet Corn Festival offers dozens of arts, crafts and informational booths around the Adel courthouse square. Here you can find all kinds of handcrafted items, toys and more. You can also grab a bite to eat or enjoy a cold treat from one of our many food and beverage vendors. Our vendors are sponsored by A King's Throne.
Vendor applications will be sent out in early 2026. Contact us at Chamber@adelpartners.org to be added to our waitlist!
Fun & Games
The Sweet Corn Festival offers fun for the whole family. While most activities take place around our courthouse square, more fun can be found at the Dallas County Fairgrounds. You can enjoy the:
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- Craft and food vendors sponsored by A King's Throne
- Bags Tournament by St. John's Catholic Church
- Car Show by Red Line Warriors
- Kids Zone sponsored by The Garlick Team
- And lots more!
Sweet Corn Car Show
The Red Line Warriors Car Club is the presenting sponsor of the car show.
Bags Tournament
The annual Bags Tournament begins at 11:30 a.m. at the ADM DAC, 215 N. 11th Street. This event is hosted by St. John's Catholic Church.
Check back for information regarding the 2026 tournament!
Free Entertainment and Street Party
Each year, the Sweet Corn Festival offers a variety of entertainment fit for the whole family. Free concerts are held throughout the day at the Raccoon Valley Bank Stage and Pavilion just off the Adel square.
A street party is held to conclude the festival beginning at 6 p.m. and ending at midnight. Open to all ages, the street party offers live music and entertainment. For those over the age of 21, drink tickets can be purchased. Drinks must be consumed within the designated street party area.
Thank You, Sponsors
Thank you to the many sponsors and volunteers who make this possible.