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Popcorn Festival

Name: Popcorn Festival
Start: 2026-09-12
End: 2026-09-12
Location: Valparaiso

The 47th annual Popcorn Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Valparaiso, Indiana. Held along Lincolnway, this event features a lively parade, the 5K Popcorn Panic race, the Lit'l Kernel Puff Run for children, and offers free popcorn to attendees.

Date: Sep 12, 2026
Location: Valparaiso
Status: Recently ended

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Event summary

Highlights

Popcorn Festival parade
5K Popcorn Panic race
Lit'l Kernel Puff Run
Free popcorn distribution

The 47th annual Popcorn Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026, taking place along Lincolnway in Valparaiso, Indiana. This long-standing community festival is celebrated for its vibrant parade, which includes entries such as floats, school bands, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and cheerleaders, drawing numerous participants and spectators.

Beyond the parade, the festival offers athletic activities for various age groups. Adults and older participants can take part in the 5K Popcorn Panic, a race noted for its diverse participants. Younger children have their own event, the Lit'l Kernel Puff Run, designed for the youngest attendees.

A signature element of the festival is the distribution of free popcorn, often managed by local student groups like the Washington Township High School Key Club. Produced by Valparaiso Events, the Popcorn Festival is a cherished local tradition that began in 1979, with some attendees having participated in all 47 editions.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Lincolnway; www.chicagotribune.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Valparaiso

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