2026 Central Kentucky Paw Paw Festival - Eventeny

2026 Central Kentucky Paw Paw Festival

Starts on Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Versailles, Kentucky, United States
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About the event
Central Kentucky Paw Paw Festival at Wildside Winery September 26 & 27, 2026 • Versailles, KY Celebrate Kentucky’s most legendary native fruit — the paw paw. The official fruit of the Sasquatch. Join us among the vines for a weekend of flavor, folklore, and hands-on exploration of this mysterious woodland delicacy. Known for its creamy, tropical taste and deep Appalachian history, the pawpaw is ripe for celebration — and we’re doing it Wildside-style. Paw Paw Slushees & Seasonal Wines Sip small-batch pawpaw blends and our signature Pawpaw Wine Slushee — available only during festival weekend. Hands-On Experiences Learn how to identify, harvest, prepare, and enjoy paw paws. Seed tasting, fruit demos, native plant education, and more — led by folks who actually know the woods. Art & Makers Market Explore a curated vendor village featuring artists, woodworkers, herbal crafters, plant people, kitchen creatives, and wildcrafted goods. Local Food Trucks + Paw Paw Dishes Paw paw pastries, paw paw sauces, paw paw desserts — plus festival favorites. Live Music on the Vineyard Stage Relax with a glass in hand and let Kentucky musicians set the tone. Admission is free. Family-friendly. Dogs welcome outdoors.
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Dates
Sep 26, 2026 · 12:00 PM - Sep 27, 2026 · 5:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Vendor parking will be directed upon check in. We reserve our prime parking for customers. Vendors will be permitted to pull up to their booth space to unload and load up.
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Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications
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1 active application
Deadline: Aug 26, 2026

Event Description


We are curating a Paw Paw Festival vendor village focused on artists, crafters, makers, boutiques, farmers, plant vendors, and food trucks. Priority is given to vendors offering handmade goods, specialty products, locally produced food, plant/foraging/nature-forward goods, and items that fit the festival theme and Wildside atmosphere.

 

Wildside Winery is a family-friendly venue. Approved vendors must offer products and displays appropriate for a family-friendly environment.

 

Vendor selection is based on product fit, category balance, and space availability. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.

Terms & Conditions
VENDOR TERMS & CONDITIONS (Wildside-standard) By submitting an application and/or participating in the Central Kentucky Paw Paw Festival at Wildside Winery, vendors agree to the following terms and conditions: Vendor Focus & Curation This event is primarily curated for artists, crafters, makers, boutiques, farmers, plant vendors, and food trucks. Priority is given to vendors whose offerings align with the overall experience and atmosphere of the festival. Vendor selection is based on product fit, category balance, and space availability. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance. Family-Friendly Standard Wildside Winery is a family-friendly venue. Only products, signage, and displays that reflect a family-friendly environment will be approved. The event organizer reserves the right to require removal of items not aligned with this standard. Application Fee The application fee is charged at the time of application submission and is non-refundable. Booth Fee A booth fee is charged upon acceptance. Booth fees are non-refundable, except in the event of full event cancellation by the organizer. Setup & Readiness Vendor setup begins at 9:00 AM each day. All vendors must be fully set up and ready to serve by 12:00 PM. Booth Space, Placement & Equipment Vendors must bring all necessary equipment, including tents, tables, chairs, displays, and weights. Vendor spaces are first come, first served within marked areas. Available spaces will be clearly marked on-site. Vendors must remain within their assigned footprint. Electricity is not available unless explicitly stated. Products & Sales Vendors may only sell items approved in their application. The event organizer reserves the right to require removal of unapproved items. Vendors are responsible for all required permits, licenses, and tax compliance. Weather Policy This is an outdoor, weather-aware event. In the event of poor or unsafe weather, the festival may be rescheduled. Vendor fees will carry over to the rescheduled date. No refunds will be issued due to weather-related rescheduling. Liability Vendors participate at their own risk. Wildside Winery and affiliated parties are not responsible for loss, theft, damage, or injury. Vendors are encouraged to carry their own liability insurance. Conduct Vendors are expected to act professionally and follow all instructions from event staff. Failure to comply may result in removal without refund. Photography & Promotion The event may be photographed or recorded for promotional purposes. Vendors grant permission for images of their booth and products to be used in marketing materials. Agreement Submission of an application constitutes agreement to all terms and conditions listed above.
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Versailles, Kentucky, United States
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