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The Town of Tecumseh is excited to announce the entertainment line-up for the 44th annual Tecumseh Corn Festival at Lacasse Park.

Friday, August 23, 2019 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Afternoon performance by Elvis Tribute Artist, Norm Ackland Jr.

Evening performances by Christee Palace and Jody Rafoul

Saturday, August 24, 2019 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Afternoon performance by family entertainer, singer/songwriter, composer, actor, author and TV host Fred Penner

Evening performances by Bishop Boys, Phil Kane Trio, and Pretzel Logic

Sunday, August 25, 2019 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Cream of the Crop Invitational Car Show presented by Muscle Cars & Classic with celebrity guest Tom Smith, the Car Guy from TVs Misfit Garage and the annual Miss Tecumseh Pageant

“We are proud to present a diverse line-up of performances for all ages once again this year,” said Gary McNamara, Mayor of Tecumseh. “We are looking forward to another great year for the Corn Festival and hope attendees enjoy.”

Friday afternoon is Senior’s Day with free admission to the park for Seniors. Saturday is Family Day starting with the “Largest Small Town Parade” at 11AM followed by family fun at the park including a Giant Corn Maze, Bouncy Castles, Mini Golf, Pony Rides, Jangles the Clown, and the Border City Barkers. Sunday is Classic Cars & Golden Oldies Day will showcase the top classic and muscle cars in the county along with the crowning of a new Miss Tecumseh.

The Tecumseh Leisure Pool, located within Lacasse Park, will be offering a free Recreational Swim each afternoon for visitors attending the festival.

The Tecumseh Corn Festival was named one of the Top 100 Festivals in Ontario by Festivals & Events Ontario for the 15th consecutive year. This year’s event is three days of spectacular family entertainment including: a vendor village filled with a variety of Arts and Crafts; food booths; All Canadian Entertainment Midway; and the renowned Corn Booth featuring “Tons and Tons” of Hot Buttered Corn on the Cob from Tecumseh’s own Bonduelle and prepared by the volunteers of the Optimist Club of St. Clair Beach.

Details of the festival may be found at www.tecumsehcornfestival.ca and on Facebook and Twitter.