Crowned the second Mr. Popcorn in competition that took place at River Valley High School Saturday afternoon, Don Bennett entered in response to a challenge from his daughter, Abigail, who was Miss Teeny Pop 2016. “I had to make good on my promise to my daughter,” said Bennett, “that if she worked hard and won […]
Paytn Smith named 2017 Miss Teeny Pop
July 31, 2017 by
Paytn Smith was chosen Miss Teeny Pop 2017 Saturday during competition at River Valley High School. Smith also took Overall honors in Formalwear and Popcornwear, as well as her age division in Talent with her rendition of “No Strings Attached”. Although not a factor in the outcome of the competition, Smith also won an award […]
Fake It to Make It lip sync contest starts this weekend
July 12, 2017 by
The Marion Popcorn Festival is announcing the first Community Showcase Stage Lip Sync Battle “Fake It To Make It” will take place at Bluefusion Entertainment Center. All registered contestants will compete on Saturday, July 15, 2017 and voting will be done by people’s choice. Only the top five in each division will move on to […]
Miss Wee Pop Pageant holding “Everything Household” bingo fundraiser
June 16, 2017 by
The 2017 Marion Popcorn Festival Miss Wee Pop Pageant would like to invite all individuals interested to the “Everything Household” Bingo Fundraiser on Sunday, June 25, 2017 at Marion Moose Lodge, 374 North Main Street in Marion. You will receive 16 bingo cards for a donation of $10; additional cards may also be purchased. This […]
Information meeting set for 2017 Miss Teeny Pop competition
June 7, 2017 by
An informational meeting for the Miss Teeny Pop competition will be held on June 10, 2017 at 1:00pm at Bluefusion Fun Center, 1340 Mt. Vernon Avenue in Marion. If you cannot make the meeting, you can still get details on the event and an application by clicking here. For more information, contact Marissa Oliver at […]
2017 Miss/Ms Popcorn Pageant informational meeting set
May 31, 2017 by
The 2017 Marion Popcorn Festival Miss/Ms Popcorn Pageant Informational Meeting will be held Saturday, June 24, 2017 at bluefusion Fun Center, 1340 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Marion from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. The informational meeting will allow individuals the opportunity to ask questions regarding the pageant. For additional information, please contact Lynn Jamison at 614-205-9349 […]
Georgia Satellites, Gin Blossoms, and The Prince Experience to headline 2017 Popcorn Festival
May 9, 2017 by
Alternative pop/rock band Gin Blossoms and southern rockers the Georgia Satellites have been named as the headliners for the 37th Marion Popcorn Festival. Gin Blossoms will take the main stage on Friday, September 8, and Georgia Satellites are set for Saturday, September 9, 2017. Both performances begin at 8:30 p.m. and are free to Festival […]
Popcorn Festival holding Purse Bingo and Poppin’ Pinz fundraisers
April 12, 2017 by
The 2017 Marion Popcorn Festival Miss Wee Pop Pageant Purse Bingo Fundraiser will be held Sunday, April 23, 2017 at Marion Moose, 374 North Main Street. For a donation of $10, you will receive bingo cards for 16 games; additional cards may be purchased. This event will start at 2:00 p.m., with doors opening at […]
Popcorn Festival, Marion campus hosting Zombie 5K
October 17, 2016 by
The Marion campus and Marion Popcorn Festival are joining forces to host The Running Dead: Zombies Unleashed 5K Run, on Saturday, October 22nd on the Marion campus The race starts at the Alber Student Center, where runners will endure a 5K run through a zombie-infested course. Participants are encouraged to test their speed, endurance, and […]
Popcorn Festival Wine Garden showing game, hosting former OSU football players
September 9, 2016 by
The 2016 Marion Popcorn Festival Wine Garden will host three (3) OSU football players from past national championship teams. The players will be in the wine garden on Saturday, September 10, 2016 from 2p – 4p. This will be a free Meet & Greet, which will include autographs and pictures with the players. Bring your […]
