Hot Corner Festival 2026

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity"

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026! We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th! We appreciate your interest and participation.The Food Vendor application is for food vendors, including food businesses, tents, and booths, that will be selling prepared food and beverages for on-site consumption.

Please review the available application materials carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions. This agreement is completed electronically, and by proceeding, you acknowledge, validate, and approve the terms of this agreement in electronic form.

This is a rain or shine event. All fees are non-refunable.

Thanks

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community, Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity" 

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026! We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th!  We appreciate your interest and participation. This is the Retail Vendor Application, intended for businesses or individuals selling non-food merchandise such as handmade goods, apparel, accessories, art, beauty products, home décor, and other specialty items.

Please review the available application materials carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions. This agreement is completed electronically, and by proceeding, you acknowledge, validate, and approve the terms of this agreement in electronic form.

This is a rain or shine event. All fees are non-refunable.

Thanks,

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity"

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026! We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th! We appreciate your interest and participation. This is the Food Truck Vendor Application, intended for mobile food vendors offering prepared food and beverages for on-site consumption.

Please review the available application materials carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions. This agreement is completed electronically, and by proceeding, you acknowledge, validate, and approve the terms of this agreement in electronic form.

This is a rain or shine event. All fees are non-refunable.

Thanks

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community, Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity"

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026! We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th!  We appreciate your interest and participation. This is the Performer/Entertainer/Artist Application, intended for individuals or groups offering live entertainment, performances, or artistic demonstrations during the festival.

Please review the available application materials carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions. This agreement is completed electronically, and by proceeding, you acknowledge, validate, and approve the terms of this agreement in electronic form.

Thanks

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity"

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026! We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th!  We appreciate your interest and participation. This is the Non-Profit Organization Application, intended for registered non-profit organizations seeking to engage with festival attendees through educational activities, community outreach, awareness campaigns, or other approved initiatives.

Please review the available application materials carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions. This agreement is completed electronically, and by proceeding, you acknowledge, validate, and approve the terms of this agreement in electronic form.

This is a rain or shine event. All fees are non-refunable.

Thanks,

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community, Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity"

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026!  We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th! We appreciate your interest and support. This is the Kids’ Corner Application, intended for young entrepreneurs and youth vendors who wish to showcase, sell their products and  services in a supportive, family-friendly environment.

Please review the available application materials carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions. This agreement is completed electronically, and by proceeding, you acknowledge, validate, and approve the terms of this agreement in electronic form.

This is a rain or shine event.

Thanks

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community, Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity" 

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026! We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th!  We appreciate your interest and dedication to continuing your education. This is the Scholarship Application, intended for high school students who plan to attend college and are seeking financial support to further their academic goals.

This year at the festival, the Hot Corner Association will award three $500.00 dollar scholarships to high school students.  The scholarship is open to any high school senior who demonstrates a commitment to learning more about the Hot Corner era in Athens’ history and who is also able to attend the festival. The recipients will be judged upon essay responses to the following prompt:

Write about an African-American leader or event during the Hot Corner era who was instrumental in paving the way for your generation in Athens, GA. Include in the essay your career aspirations and your plans for reaching your goals. Write your essay in a way that demonstrates a deep understanding of the topic and historical context. Be sure to properly cite your sources.

Essays will be judged on content and grammar, containing at least 500 words.

The deadline for the 2026 application is April 1 at 11:59 pm. Submit you essay to hotcornerath@gmail.com.  The winner will be announced at the festival on June 13th, on the stage at 4 pm.  You must be present to win.

Please note, when completing the application put "N/A" for business name.

Thanks,

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community, Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity"

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026! We appreciate your interest in participating in the Gospel Extravaganza, taking place on Friday, June 12th at 6:00 PM at First A.M.E. Church.

This is the Gospel Extravaganza Singer Application, intended for vocalists and singing groups interested in showcasing their talent through gospel music during this special evening of praise, worship, and community celebration.

Performers are allotted up to two songs, not to exceed 10 minutes.

Please review the application materials carefully and feel free to reach out to Dr. T at 706-461-6678.

Thanks

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity"

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026!  We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th! We appreciate your interest and participation. This is the Car & Bike Show Application, intended for individuals or groups showcasing cars, motorcycles, or other vehicles during the festival.

Please review the available application materials carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions. This agreement is completed electronically, and by proceeding, you acknowledge, validate, and approve the terms of this agreement in electronic form.

Please note, when completing the application put "N/A" for business name if it does not apply.

Thanks

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community, Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity"

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026! We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th! We appreciate your interest and participation. This is the BBQ Cook-Off Application, intended for individuals, teams, or businesses participating in the festival’s BBQ competition by preparing and serving barbecue for judging and/or public tasting.

Please review the available application materials carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions. This agreement is completed electronically, and by proceeding, you acknowledge, validate, and approve the terms of this agreement in electronic form.

Please note, when completing the application put "N/A" for business name if it does not apply. 

Thanks

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community, Diversity

"Embracing the Hot Corner Spirit: A Time for Unity" 

Welcome to the Hot Corner Festival 2026!  We are excited to announce that the festival will be a three-day event, culminating with the main festival celebration on June 13th! We appreciate your interest and willingness to serve. This is the Volunteer Application, intended for individuals who would like to support the festival through event assistance, hospitality, setup and breakdown, Kid's Corner, registration, or other volunteer roles.

Please review the available application materials carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions. This agreement is completed electronically, and by proceeding, you acknowledge, validate, and approve the terms of this agreement in electronic form.

Please note, when completing the application put "N/A" for business name if it does not apply.

Thanks

Hot Corner Association, Inc

History, Community, Diversity