Your Popcorn Festival celebration begins the Saturday after Labor Day underneath the William E. Urschel Pavilion which will be held Saturday, September 7th, 2024. The Festival features entertainment and activities for the whole family.
45th Annual Valparaiso Popcorn Festival on Saturday, September 7th! This year’s theme will be a fun-filled, nostalgic throwback to summer camp days at “Camp Popcorn” – pack your spirit of adventure and get ready for the most poppin’ weekend in Valpo! 
Don’t miss out on the popcorn-inspired fun & excitement featuring:
Popcorn Parade: Gather along Morgan Blvd., Lincolnway, and Campbell St. beginning at 10:00 a.m. to watch the lively procession of “Camp Popcorn” themed floats and performers. 320+ Food, Craft, and Fine Art Vendors: Explore a variety of delicious treats, unique crafts, and stunning artwork from local vendors all around Downtown Valpo’s streets from 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m..
Main Stage Music: Enjoy live music performances on stage at the Northwest Health Amphitheater in Central Park Plaza from 12:00 – 6:30 p.m. from a diverse lineup of talented artists – stay tuned for an official 
Main Stage Music lineup announcement on Monday, August 5th! Ultimate Poppin’ Play Zone: Experience thrilling rides, fun carnival games, bounce houses, obstacle courses, and so much more from 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the corner of Michigan Ave. & Indiana Ave. for all the little kernels! Beer Garden: The best seat in the house to enjoy Main Stage Music performances! Relax and enjoy a selection of cold draft beer, seltzers, and ciders from 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Lafayette St. in Central Park Plaza. 2024 MAIN STAGE MUSIC SCHEDULE TBD: Porter Health Amphitheater at Central Park Plaza
11:30 AM – Jonny James, Country
2 PM – 3:30 Mother Folk – light hearted groovy rock sound
4:00 – 6:30 PM – The Red Roses – 5 piece band – Modern Pop Music
(Weezer, Radiohead, Modest Mouse, Jimmy Eat World, Coldplay, White Stripe, Beck, The Strokes, The killers and more)
POPCORN FESTIVAL SCHEDULE:
– Saturday, September
7:20 AM โ Popcorn Panic 5M Run and 5K Walk
8:00 AM – 6:30 PM – Over 250 Craft, Food and Fine Arts Booths Open
8:30 AM โ Litโl Kernel Puff Race
8:00 AM – 6:30 PM – Poppin Play Zone, corner of Michigan and Indiana Ave
10:00 AM โ Popcorn Parade โ
11:30 AM – 6:30 pm โ Beer Garden Open – Central Park Plaza by Main Stage
11:30 PM โ Main Stage Entertainment
6:30 PM โ Festival Closes
The 45th Annual Popcorn Festival is just around 1 month away; our feed will be full of all things Popcorn while you prepare to have a poppin’ time with us at “Camp Popcorn” next month! We can’t wait to see you there! 
For More info call: (219) 464-8332
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