The town of Helotes is gearing up for a weekend bursting with music, food, and good ol' fashioned rodeo charm as the Helotes Cornyval Festival hits the PRCA Rodeo grounds this Thursday. This year's festival boasts a jam-packed entertainment lineup that kicks off with the 80's cover band the Spazmatics, according to KENS 5.

Running through Sunday, the festival is a nod to the town's kernels of truth – the corn heritage. With the gates opening at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Helotes will transform into a hub for carnival lovers and rodeo enthusiasts. Revelers can cash in on unlimited ride wristbands for full-tilt fun, while families can take solace in the H-E-B Kids Zone for little tykes, detailed by KSAT.

Apart from the rides and games, the Cornyval is presenting a full-size carnival complete with a super Ferris wheel, amid other amusements. The PRCA Rodeo, marking its 37th anniversary, will underpin the festivities with events such as bull riding and barrel racing each night starting at 7:30 p.m., complete with pre-show shenanigans like mutton bustin' at 7 p.m., as mentioned by KSAT.

In a nod to local pageantry, the Miss Helotes Scholarship Pageant will see young ladies competing as part of the festival's long-standing traditions. As a testament to the town's corny past, since the 1800s, feed corn has been a significant crop for northwest Bexar County and South Texas, with "Helotes" itself harking back to the Spanish word for corn on the cob. Proceeds from the event will go towards supporting area nonprofits, harking back to the fest's roots which date back to a celebration for a new post office in 1966, funded by the late John T. Floore. All these tidbits were shucked from KENS 5.

Ticket prices are dependent on the day, with adult admission starting at $10 and tickets for kids as low as $5. The Helotes Festival Grounds, equipped with newly-added amenities like a covered pavilion and dance area, will host the four-day tribute to ears of yesteryear. For the eager beavers looking to score front-row action, VIP tables are on sale for $250 each under the pavilion. The event will wrap up on Sunday with free admission for all, making sure the Cornyval pops off with a bang. More details can be found, along with the full entertainment lineup and ticket purchasing options, by visiting the KSAT website.