Annual Arcola Broom Corn Festival

Dates: 09/07/2012 - 09/09/2012
One of the biggest and most energetic festivals in downstate Illinois, the Annual Broom Corn Festival attracts thousands of visitors.

Starting in 1859, Arcola produced broom corn. By 1900 Arcola became a broom corn supplier for the United States. From that time the town likes to think of itself as the "broom corn center of the world." The town now honors that history with an annual festival that is one of the oldest and one of the largest downstate.

It features:

• A carnival for children
• A creative, traditional parade
• The famous, authentic, original Arcola Lawn Rangers (Click Here For Video)
• A popular display of arts and crafts
• Street vendors with a wide variety of products
• Live entertainment with outstanding talent
• Demonstrations of broom making
• A beer and wine tent with great evening entertainment

This well-known festival is a magnet for families looking for fun.

Arcola,IL 61910
http://www.arcolaillinois.org/

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