PumpkinFest (2025)

Welcome to the event! Browse through our applications and let us know if you have any questions. This is an electronic agreement and by applying, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically. Thank you for your interest in applying for our festival.

Important Dates 

PumpkinFest | October 25, 2025
Food Vendor Application Deadline | September 12, 2025
Food Vendor Application Notification Date | September 19, 2025

Payment Deadline - October 10, 2025

If accepted, Food Vendors will need to complete these important requirements: 

• Completed Payment 
• A separate check for $200 which will serve as your cleaning deposit 
• Signed Food Vendor Agreement 
• Submit your Certificate of Insurance 
• Electrical Needs

To pass inspection: 

• Tents must have 40lb weights per leg 
• All vendors will need to have a fire extinguisher (exact type to be relayed in later communication) 

We already have an exclusive agreement with a kettle corn vendor so we will not be accepting applications for other kettle corn vendors. 

10'x10' Space: $550

10'x15' Space: $595

10'x20' Space: $795

10'x25' Space: $995

10'x30' Space: $1,195

10'x35' and above Space: $1,300

The following are electrical options:

• 110 electric hook-up: $100 per hook-up
• 220 electric hook-up: $220

Thank you for your interest in applying to perform at our Main Street Festivals.
We’re currently seeking live entertainers of all types to appear on our Main Stage, Acoustic Stage, Busker’s Corner, and as street performers during our upcoming festivals.

As a nonprofit organization, our festivals are free for the community to attend. Because of this, we are not able to offer payment to entertainers. We are, however, deeply grateful to the artists who generously donate their time and talent to make these events possible. In recognition of your contribution, performers receive:

• Promotion on our event website and social media channels

• The opportunity to perform before 100,000+ festival attendees

• Association with one of the region’s largest and most recognized community celebrations

We understand and respect that paid opportunities are important to many artists, and while our current model doesn’t allow for compensation, we are committed to continuing to explore ways to expand opportunities and support for performers in the future.

Important Dates: 
PumpkinFest | October 25, 2025
Entertainment Application Deadline | September 5, 2025
Entertainment Application Notification Date | September 12, 2025 

Welcome to the event! Browse through our application and let us know if you have any questions. This is an electronic agreement and by completing this application, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically. The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County's Annual PumpkinFest is Middle Tennessee’s largest family Fall festival that returns on Saturday, October 25, 2025. With more than 115,000 people in attendance in 2024, the festival stretches along Main Street and its side avenues in downtown Franklin and offers tons of festive fun for people of all ages! Join us for a full day of autumn-inspired food and drink, children’s activities, live music, costume contests for pets and families, and outstanding arts & crafts – featuring seasonal and specialty gift items. 

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following information is provided for vendors to submit applications for PumpkinFest. If the application is accepted, the application and the terms set forth below will constitute a binding legal contract between the vendor and the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County.

Festival Dates and Times:
Saturday, October 25, 2025; 10:00AM - 6:00PM

This is a rain, shine, or snow event. Refunds will not be issued in the event of postponement or cancelation due to inclement weather. 

Acceptance and Payment

If your application is approved, your booth payment will be automatically processed on September 12th. If you decide to not participate in the festival, you must contact the festival team to request a withdrawal of your application.