**Ensuring the safety of all attendees is our top priority. We have implemented comprehensive security measures, including trained staff, emergency response plans, and strict adherence to local safety regulations. We are committed to creating a secure and enjoyable environment for families to enjoy the festival safely.

Cornbred Countdown

what is CORN BRED CORNBREAD?

Corn Bred Cornbread© is Iowa’s new, all inclusive, initiative designed for Iowans by Iowans. It celebrates Iowa’s diverse culture and success. Historically, Iowa has been branded as “The Corn State”, with pork and insurance being its top exports. Corn Bred Cornbread’s mission is to rebrand Iowa as “The Cornbread State”. Its goal is to bridge Iowa’s rural and urban cultures into one Iowa culture by promoting Iowa’s history, talent, food, and attractions. Ultimately uniting all were born in the corn – Corn Bred.

Are You Cornbread Certified?

Cornbred Cornbread aims to celebrate Iowans and Iowa businesses who have made a positive impact on the state by bestowing them the honorary title of “Cornbread Certified”. With the award you will be recognized as one of the notable beacons in the Iowa community and honored at Cornbread Events.

Do you or your business qualify to be “Cornbread Certified”? If so, please email cornbreadfest@gmail.com for more information!

Requirements to be Cornbread Certified:

Live in, have grown up in, or (if business) be established in Iowa.
Contributed and/or currently serve your community.
Demonstrate Iowa Culture: Iowa Nice, Iowa Pride, Iowa Authentic
Can state your favorite kind of Cornbread.
Sponsor the Cornbread Festival.

Join us at the 2024 Iowa Cornbred Cornbread Festival!

This Festival is unapologetically corny! It’s designed to bridge the gaps between Iowa’s urban and rural cultures in education, agriculture, arts, innovation, technology and careers. There will be a live stage, contests, tournaments, exhibits, a corny job fair and lots and lots of Cornbread!