National Peanut Festival facts for kids
The National Peanut Festival (NPF) is a super fun event held every fall in Dothan, Alabama. It's the biggest peanut festival in the whole United States! People come together to celebrate the peanut harvest and say thank you to the farmers who grow these tasty nuts.
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What is the National Peanut Festival?
The National Peanut Festival is a huge celebration. It's like a giant party for peanuts and the people who grow them. The festival happens every year when peanuts are ready to be picked. It's a way to honor the hard work of farmers.
Fun Things to Do
There are tons of exciting things to do at the festival! You can find many games and thrilling rides. There are also amazing animal shows to watch. You can learn about farming with special displays. An outdoor stage hosts live music concerts. Famous singers often perform there.
The festival also has beauty pageants. You can see cool arts and crafts. There are many fun contests to join. And of course, there is lots of delicious food to try! A big parade is also a highlight. It lasts for two hours and is full of floats and bands.
Competitions and Prizes
The National Peanut Festival hosts many different contests. You can see who has grown the biggest peanut! There are also competitions for sewing and cake decorating. People can enter their best photos. Cooking contests are popular too. Artists can show off their skills in art competitions. Winners get special prizes for their hard work.
Where and When it Happens
The festival started a long time ago, in 1938. The festival grounds are in Dothan, Alabama. They are located on Highway 231 South. This is about three miles south of the Ross Clark Circle. Crowds of people visit the festival every year. They come to have a great time and celebrate.
Times the Festival Didn't Happen
The festival has been held almost every year since 1938. But there were a few times it didn't take place. It was paused from 1942 to 1946. This was because of World War II. In 2020, the main festival was also canceled. This was due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead, the carnival part of the festival went to a local mall. They still had some fun acts and performances there.
