Monday, August 11, 2025 - Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Located at Peterson Park, Cokato
Located at Peterson Park, Cokato
Since 1950, the Cokato Corn Carnival has provided fun and entertainment for the entire family. During that time we have given away hundreds of tons of delicious, free, buttered corn on the cob. The Cokato Corn Carnival committee would like to welcome you to come and enjoy!
The Cokato Corn Carnival is a family friendly event. All activities take place in Peterson Park in the center of Cokato. Admission, parking and entertainment are all free! There are rides and games, including corn bingo, and many concessions available in the park. Stipe Shows has been providing the rides and midway for over 30 years!
Information booths are at the northeast corner and near the corn stand on the south side of the park. Ride tickets can be purchased at the Stipe Shows ticket booth in the Midway. Watch for weather announcements and updates on this website or on our official Facebook page, Cokato Corn Carnival.
The Cokato Corn Carnival is a family friendly event. All activities take place in Peterson Park in the center of Cokato. Admission, parking and entertainment are all free! There are rides and games, including corn bingo, and many concessions available in the park. Stipe Shows has been providing the rides and midway for over 30 years!
Information booths are at the northeast corner and near the corn stand on the south side of the park. Ride tickets can be purchased at the Stipe Shows ticket booth in the Midway. Watch for weather announcements and updates on this website or on our official Facebook page, Cokato Corn Carnival.
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ears of corn served each year
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volunteers each year
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Service Animals The only animals allowed on grounds are those that align with Americans with Disabilities Act’s service animals classification for animals specifically trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Animals whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA and are therefore not allowed on grounds. |
Liquor Ordinance In accordance with City Law, liquor consumption is not permitted within any public parks, on any public street, sidewalk or alley, and on any public or private parking lot. See Cokato City Code, Title XI, 110.19 E , for more information. |
2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
All Events are at Peterson Park
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Monday
August 12, 2024 5:00pm-9:00pm Visit the Cokato Museum. Featured exhibit - Capturing Cokato: The Legacy of the Akerlund Photography Studio. 6:00pm Kiddie parade starting at Broadway and 7th. Participation treats given to all who enter. 6:20pm (Approximate Time) Following the Kiddie Parade, the main parade starts at Broadway and 7th. Evening Following main parade, Schell's Hobo Band on stage. Bingo and Midway open. Please note that there is no corn-on-the-cob served Monday evening. PARK CLOSES AT 10:00pm |
Tuesday
August 13, 2024 10:00am-9:00pm Visit the Cokato Museum. Featured exhibit - Capturing Cokato. 12:30pm Information booths open for raffle sales. 1:00pm (weather permitting) Stipe Shows inc. rides and midway open. 1:00-3:00pm Registration for children’s prize giveaway. (14 years and younger) Must be present to win. 1:30pm-Close Bingo opens. 2:00pm Dassel-Cokato Drumline on stage. 2:00-7:00pm Used book sale, Cokato Public Library, Centennial Room. 3:15pm Children’s prize drawing, on stage. Must be present to win. 4:00-7:00pm Classic Car Show On 4th Street, in front of the Museum 4:00-8:00pm Serving free corn-on-the-cob. Donated by Seneca and Western Integrated Seed. 8:00pm Miss Cokato Coronation PARK CLOSES AT 10:00pm |
Wednesday
August 14, 2024 10:00am-9:00pm Visit the Cokato Museum. Featured exhibit - Capturing Cokato. 12:30pm Information booths open for raffle sales. 1:00pm (weather permitting) Stipe Shows inc. rides and midway open. 1:00-3:00pm Registration for children’s prize giveaway. (14 years and younger) Must be present to win. 1:30pm-Close Bingo opens. 2:00pm Fire Safety Show on stage, Cokato Fire Department. 2:00-7:00pm Used book sale, Centennial Room. 3:15pm Children’s prize drawing, on stage. Must be present to win. 4:00-8:00pm Serving free corn-on-the-cob. Donated by Seneca and Western Integrated Seed. 6:30pm Entertainment near the main stage, Mid-Minnesota Concert Band. 7:15pm Entertainment on stage, Cowboys in Sneakers. 8:15pm Entertainment on the stage, Martin Zellar & the Hardways. 10:00pm Drawing for the vehicle and cash prize drawing. PARK CLOSES AT 10:30pm |
VOLUNTEER
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The Cokato Corn Carnival would not be possible without wonderful volunteers! If you’re interested in volunteering, please fill out this form and someone will contact you. Thank you! |
