COKATO CORN CARNIVAL
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Monday, August 11, 2025 - Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Located at Peterson Park, Cokato
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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.
ears of corn served each year
volunteers each year

​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.
Cokato Corn Carnival
The Cokato Royalty

2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

All Events are at Peterson Park
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.
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(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.​
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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.
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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


​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!
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Cokato Corn Carnival
August 11-13, 2025
Peterson Park, Cokato, MN

Email: [email protected]

​Join us for family fun including parades, free corn-on-the-cob, raffles, drawings, rides and more!
  • Home
  • Events
    • Car Show
    • Coloring Contest
    • Miss Cokato Coronation
    • Parade
    • Vehicle & Cash Raffle
  • Vendors
  • History
    • Corn Carnival History
    • Grand Marshals
    • Royalty
    • Service & Commodore Award Recipients
    • Vehicle Raffle Winners
  • Contact