The Corn Palace serves as a multi-use center for the community and region. The facility hosts stage shows, as well as sports events in its arena. The World's Only Corn Palace is an outstanding structure which stands as a tribute to the agricultural heritage of South Dakota.

The original Corn Palace, called "The Corn Belt Exposition" was established in 1892. Early settlers displayed the fruits of their harvest on the building exterior in order to prove the fertility of South Dakota soil. The third and present building was completed for it first festival at the present location in 1921.

The Corn Palace is open YEAR ROUND and is FREE to visit!

January - March
Monday through Saturday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

April - Memorial Day
Daily
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Memorial Day - Labor Day
Daily
8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
*hours subject to change during Corn Palace Festival, August 20-24 2014

Labor Day - November
Daily
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

December
Monday-Saturday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.