The annual St. Jude Sweet Corn Festival in Cedar Rapids is happening this weekend! Here's a rundown of everything you need to know if you're planning to attend the 3-day event in 2026:St. Jude Sweet Corn Festival via Facebook St. Jude Sweet Corn Festival via FacebookWith 18,000 ears of corn to prepare, St. Jude is depending on volunteers to help out! AdmissionDaily admission into the Sweet Corn Festival is $5 for ages 11 to 59. The St. Jude Sweet Corn Festival website notes that there is a bag policy again this year, and that "all bags are subject to inspection at any time on church grounds." FoodAs mentioned above, the St. Jude Sweet Corn Festival will have around 18,000 ears of hot, buttered, sweet corn for sale for $1 each.