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Pittsburgh's Kennywood To Hold Worm Eating Contest
The West Mifflin amusement park will hold the event, which is not for the easily squeamish, as part of its Phantom Fall Fest.
WEST MIFFLIN, PA — They undoubtedly won't taste as good as Kennywood famed potato patch fries, but worms will be available to snack on Friday for a few fortunate folks.
The amusement park is holding its first-ever worm eating contest. Yes, you read that correctly.
The contest will occur at 7 p.m. on Friday as part of the park's popular Phantom Fall Fest.
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Kennywood is seeking five contestants who will dare to devour. The first to eat 10 live mealworms will win four 2024 gold season passes and a merchandise pack.
Sign-ups are in person first come, first served, beginning at 6 p.m. at the garden stage.
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Contestants must be 18 years of age or older.
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