Our Past

1974: Dixon launches sweet corn festival

Compiled by Erin M. Gentz

Posted 8/14/24

Aug. 14, 1974: The Dixon Businessmen’s Association planned to hold the first-ever Dixon Sweet Corn Festival. Events included a firemen’s breakfast, antique tractor pulls, a kiddy parade, and a street dance, as well as all-you-can eat sweet corn.

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