The Tecumseh Corn and Music Festival has returned, bringing a burst of summer fun, music, and plenty of corn to the community.
This year, the beloved festival, which has become a staple in Tecumseh, is taking place at a new location—McAuliffe Park.
Hundreds of festivalgoers flocked to the event on its opening day Friday, eager to indulge in the festival’s signature treat—delicious, buttery corn on the cob.
Among them were 9-year-old Elaina and her brother Luke, who were all smiles as they enjoyed the festival’s offerings.
“It tastes good. And it’s yellow. One of my favourite colours,” Elaina said.
Her younger brother simply added, “I like corn.”
The Tecumseh Corn and Music Festival McAuliffe Park on Aug. 23, 2024. (Travis Fortnum/CTV News Windsor)
For the second year in a row, the Optimist Club of St. Clair Beach is organizing the event, and this year’s move to McAuliffe Park initially had some organizers feeling nervous, particularly about parking.
However, …