Corn Dog Festival | kirbyfarm

National Corn Dog Day!

One day only! Saturday, March 21, 2026!

Celebrate National Corn Dog Day with ALL kinds of FUN INCLUDED at Kirby Family Farm!

Climb Aboard the Historic Railroad!

Take a ride around the farm on our REAL 100-year-old historic train and learn about the history of Kirby Family Farm… but be prepared to endure a few “corny” jokes along the way!

Live Music at the Depot Stage!
Musical performances throughout the day featuring great tunes and good vibes.

Corn Dog Clash – Live Professional Wrestling!
Watch professional — and not-so-professional — wrestlers battle tooth and nail for the coveted title of The Corn Dog Clash World Championship!

Live Show: “The Great Corn Dog Caper”
Showtimes throughout the day! Who stole the corn dogs?! Don’t miss this goofy, laugh-filled production packed with hijinks and surprises.

Amusement Rides & Italian Carousel
Enjoy the charm of our beautiful Italian Carousel and other family-friendly rides.

“Back In Time” Trolley Experience
Step into a bustling turn-of-the-century town filled with townspeople, live shows, and surprises around every corner.

High Noon Corn Dog Eating Contest!
Five contestants race to see who can devour five corn dogs the fastest. The winner takes home the Grand Prize — Tickets to Universal Studios Orlando!
Think you’ve got what it takes? Email us at info@kirbyfarm.com

Corn Dog Mascots Meet and Greet

Meet the Corn Dogs and other mascots at the Depot Stage

FREE Corn Dog Plushie!
The first 200 children receive a FREE Corn Dog Plushie to take home!

Fort Kirby Playground

Kids 9 and under can enjoy the playground

“National Corn Dog Day at Kirby Family Farm is a full day of family fun and history.”

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the Date and Times?

Saturday, March 21, 2026, Gates open at 10:00 AM and features historic train rides, amusement rides, live shows, live music, professional wrestling, corn dog eating contests, and more throughout the day on Saturday until 4pm. You can enjoy activities, entertainment all day!

How much are tickets and who needs one?

For advance tickets, we ask for a minimum of $23.99 contribution per person, ages 10 and up. Children under 10 (ages 3-9) are $12.99. Children 2 and under no contribution is requested. Children 2 and under may be required to sit on their parent or guardians lap aboard the train.

*Please note, these values are for advance tickets. If available, Gate values will be $25 for Adults and $15 for children.

On a tight budget?

While we pride ourselves in being a great value for events like this one, including a full-size Train experience and all the shows, additional rides, and extras included in addition to the train ride, we realize some families are on a limited budget. We don’t want anyone to miss the opportunity to experience National Corn Dog Day or any other event. We offer a Help us, help you program and it’s easy to participate. When you volunteer a day, you can receive an all-inclusive pass to use for yourself or share with someone else as a gift to come as our guest. Individuals, families, and groups are welcome. For more details on the Help Us, Help You program, just email us at info@kirbyfarm.com

What does my ADMISSION include?

Free Day Parking

Entrance onto the farm

Live shows, music, and contests

Historic Train: Climb aboard the historic train and travel through time, passing by the World's largest intact display of the Circus Train!

Corn Dog Clash! Professional Wrestling: It's not professional, it's personal! Who will come out the victory and wear the belt as the Corn Dog Clash World Champion?

Live Show: "The Great Corn Dog Caper" This live show is set in a turn of the century town. Things get crazy when the corn dogs come up missing! Hop on the trolley and take a ride down to BloomTown to see "The Great Corndog Caper"!

Meet and Greets with with the Corn Dog Mascots

Ride the Italian Carousel

Check out other amusement rides children are sure to enjoy.

Fort Kirby Playground

Can I order in advance?
You can Pre-Register! Space is limited for each day of operation. To best serve our guests and ensure that they are able to enjoy every aspect of the day, we recommend pre-registration for admission.

Where do I Pre-register?
You can Pre-register online at our Online Ticket Center. In the event tickets are still available, they will be available at the gate. If you plan on waiting until the day of the event PLEASE check in advance for availability. Click on the Ticket link at the top of this page.

What are will-call tickets?
Guests may need to pick up their tickets at our will-call kiosks upon arrival. Our friendly volunteer family members will be on hand to assist with will-call tickets. Please have photo ID and confirmation number for verification.

We are traveling, can you recommend a good hotel?

We are happy to recommend the Official Hotel of Six Gun Territory Wild West Weekend, Comfort Suites Dunnellon. Located near the beautiful Rainbow Springs, an easy drive from the farm. Clock on the hotel link at the top of this page for more information.

Are there any refunds or exchanges if I cannot attend?
There are no refunds or exchange. All monies received are collected as a donation supporting the Kirby Family Farm educational organization and museum and its programs for at-risk and special needs children. We recommend that you verify your dates with family and friends before selecting tickets. Tickets cannot be replaced if lost, stolen, or destroyed. Due to overwhelming demand, tickets are only valid for the event, date, and time for which they were issued.

What time should I arrive?
Gates open at 10am. We cannot admit guests onto the farm or have food services available to you until 10am. The first train leaves at 10:15am and trains run approximately each half hour.

Where exactly is Six Gun Territory’s Wild West Weekend located?
The Corn Dog Festival can be found at Kirby Family Farm at 19650 NE 30th Street, Williston, FL 32696. Kirby Family Farm is a 501c3 Not for Profit Educational destination located in Williston, Florida. On Saturday, November 1st and Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, the Kirby Family Farm goes back in time to the days of the Wild West. For travel directions, check out our Map & Directions button at the top of the page.

Are there places to eat at the event?
We offer a variety of concessions on the farm. You can expect to find a tasty selection of food items available for purchase. We offer Barbecue, hamburgers, hotdogs, kettle corn, funnel cakes, boiled peanuts, and more. Some food vendors accept cash and credit, some cash only, so plan accordingly.

May we bring our own coolers with food and drink?
Sorry, we do not permit coolers or outside food or beverages onto the Kirby Family Farm. No alcoholic beverages are allowed on the premises.

Are there other vendors offering items at the event? Yes! we have a variety of vendors on the farm offering a wide array of souvenirs, crafts, and keepsake items. Some accept cash and credit, others cash only, so plan accordingly. There is an ATM machine available.

What about large groups?
We are able to accommodate any size groups with advance registration. Bus access is available. Groups of 50 or more with advance registration can ride on their own railroad car, groups of 250 or more can ride on their own train. For groups of 20 or more we can arrange custom package values that can include meal vouchers and additional featured activities. We encourage large groups to arrive no later than 9:30 to be able to enjoy the first train ride out, enabling them to enjoy other activities as their schedule allows. Group reservations and additional information are available now by contacting us at info@kirbyfarm.com.

What happens in the case of inclement weather?
This event is rain or shine. We do everything in our power to remain open for all event dates. In the case of high winds we may not be able to offer all activities for safety reasons. The Six Gun Territory Wild West Weekend does not give refunds or exchanges to those who are unable to attend their scheduled day due to weather conditions. In the rare case of a cancellation, we will post a notice online, as well as update our main phone recording at 352-812-7435. Refunds or Tickets for an upcoming date or future visit may be offered at the discretion of management in the event of a cancellation.

What can I bring with me?
Popup tents and folding chairs. Pick a nice spot on the farm to pop up a tent and enjoy the day! Camcorders and cameras are welcome. Folding chairs and blankets are welcome and great to enjoy the live entertainment. Profanity, alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, and firearms are not permitted on the premises. Smoking and tobacco use is permitted in designated smoking area only. No pets are allowed.

Is this event wheel chair and stroller accessible?
Kirby Family Farm has hosted several guests in wheelchairs and strollers. The train is wheelchair accessible. We recommend you use discretion as it is a farm and the terrain is as such.

Kirby Family Farm is open year around offering its outreach programs and educational experiences. Like many other educational facilities and museums, periodically during the year the organization invites supporters to come out for themed events as our way to say Thank you, educate, and raise awareness about the programs and mission of Kirby Family Farm.

We take the opportunity of these themed events one step further and use them as a teaching and practice tool that enables the teens and young people we work with to interact with strangers in supervised settings. They help the youth to utilize and share their knowledge of our exhibits. We witness the results greatly help to develop life skills that will benefit them in the workforce and daily communication with others in common society settings.

The youth and all the volunteers are passionate and dedicated to offering an experience you can remember!

These events benefit the programs and development of Kirby Family Farm. Kirby Family Farm is a 501c3 educational facility working with at-risk and special needs children. Last year thousands children visited the farm through various programs and events at no cost, thanks in part to great folks like you who believe in the mission of Kirby Family Farm. So come out in support with your family and having a great time!

All monies received are collected as a donation supporting the cost and development of the Kirby Family Farm and its programs for education and at-risk children in whole as well as each individual activity.