Freedom Fest 2026

The 9th Annual Freedom Fest will take place on July 4, 2026 at Greatest Generation Park in Thomaston, GA. Arts and craft vendors are invited to be part of our festival vendor market, located in the shaded pine thicket area of the park, operating from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

We welcome handmade, artistic, and craft-based vendors. All items must be appropriate for a family-friendly, community event.

Vendor spaces are 10’x10’, with the option to request a double space. Vendors must provide their own tents, tables, chairs, and display equipment. Limited access to electricity is available for a $15 add-on fee and must be requested in advance.

Setup & Breakdown:
Vendors will receive detailed setup instructions prior to the event. All vendors must be fully set up before the event begins and remain open for the duration of market hours. Breakdown may begin after 9:00 PM.

Parking:
Vendor parking is available on-site. Specific unloading and parking instructions will be provided closer to the event date.

Event Guidelines:
This is a family-friendly event. Vendors are expected to maintain clean, safe, and professional spaces throughout the event. Food sales are limited to approved food vendors only, which is a separate application.

We look forward to creating a fun and festive Independence Day celebration with you!

The 3rd Annual Ice Cream Sundae Eating Contest returns to Freedom Fest 2026! This high-energy, crowd-pleasing competition challenges participants to finish a massive “super sundae” in just 5 minutes.

Participants will compete for prizes and bragging rights, The top 3 eaters will receive a prize and Freedom Fest T-Shirt. Entries are limited, so early registration is encouraged.

What – To win this competition and claim the honor of 2026 Freedom Fest Hot Dog Eating Champion.

Prizes – The top 3 eaters will receive a prize and Freedom Fest T-Shirt

It's a Parade!! Join us for the Thomaston Freedom Fest golf cart and bicycle parade to celebrate America's 250th Anniversary! For a one mile stretch through Silvertown, walk, bike, or ride your way to the festival grounds on July 4, 2026 at 4:00pm.

FREE to participate.

Decorate your entry in red, white, and blue patriotic themes, and go all out! Prizes given to the top three entries.

Line up at City of Refuge Church parking lot by 3:30pm on July 4, 2026. 

Calling all Cornholers! Bring your bestie and compete for the title of Best Cornholer in Middle Georgia with the Freedom Fest Cornhole Tournament on July 4, 2026 at 6:00pm. Walk-up registrations welcome, and its free to play. No age restriction to play.

Top teams win cash prizes and medals. We'll recognize you from the stage if you let us! 

Tournament is monitoried by the Upson County Parks and Rec Department.

Call Parks and Rec at (706) 647-9691 with any questions.