Food and fun, as I’ve said before, is in no short supply in West Palm Beach, but today I thought I’d mention something with a good “maize”ure of wacky. 
The 6th Annual Sweet Corn Fiesta is on for this weekend Sunday, April 26th, 2009. Palm Beach County is the cream of the crop when it comes to sweet corn, boasting cultivation of 27,000 acres yearly – that’s some serious stalking.
What’s even sweeter is the option of strolling through Yesteryear Village, a historic collection of 20 restored buildings where actors in costumes intermingle on the streets. Handmade crafts are put up for sale and their makers include weavers, spinners, and candledippers that price tag their items post production, the likes of which is demonstrated to onlookers.
Fun for the family is as plentiful as the produce at this year’s fiesta. Children’s rides and activities are free with admission. Food, country music, and contests only add to the “cropload” of excitement to be found on the fiesta grounds – in particular, the Adult International Corn Eating Contest where you can challenge the 2008 Corn King.
Growing more corn than any country in the world, West Palm Beach’s fiesta for the most fruitful crop in the county is worth checking out and you can learn more about it here.
Drop in for the fun over food during your stay at Hilton Singer Island’s Oceanfront Resort and have a weekend we’re sure won’t be any bad kind’a corny.
Admission: Adults $7, Children (6-11) $4. Children 5 and under are admitted free of charge. Parking is free. For additional information call (561) 996-0343.