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Cleveland Pickle Fest® is a celebration of pickles and volunteerism in Cleveland. This fun-filled day features plenty of pickles and pickle-flavored food, desserts, candy, drinks and more from local and regional vendors, plus dozens of food and non-food vendors with pickle-themed merchandise and goodies. Other highlights include adult and youth pickle-eating contests, a Pickle Pup Pageant, a VIP tent, live music, and the inaugural Cleveland Pickle Fest® 5K race. All event proceeds benefit Greater Cleveland Volunteers, a nonprofit that’s been matching volunteers with opportunities to serve in the community for more than 50 years.
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