PumpkinFest (2025) - Eventeny

PumpkinFest (2025)

Starts on Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Franklin, Tennessee, United States
About the event
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 40th 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. 150+ Arts & Crafts Vendors 30+ Food & Beverage Vendors Main Stage Entertainment Acoustic Stage Entertainment Buskers Corner Art and Culture Performances Costume Contests Pumpkin Carving & More What Sets Our Festival Apart: PumpkinFest is not just a festival; it's a harvest extravaganza that captures the essence of fall in Williamson County. Nestled amid the changing leaves and crisp air, this festival is a tribute to all things autumn, from vibrant pumpkins and seasonal treats to lively entertainment and heartwarming traditions. Why You Should Apply: Showcase Your Craft: Whether you're an craftsman, entertainer, food vendor, or community organization, PumpkinFest provides a platform to showcase your unique talents and offerings to a diverse and engaged audience. Connect with the Community: Drawing families, friends, and fall enthusiasts, PumpkinFest provides a unique opportunity to connect with the local community. Share your passion, build relationships, and leave a lasting impression on festival-goers. Support Local Heritage: By participating in the PumpkinFest, you contribute to the preservation of Williamson County's rich heritage. The Heritage Foundation is dedicated to preserving the unique charm and traditions that make our community special. How to Apply: Applications are only accepted through Eventeny. Whether you're a seasoned vendor, entertainer, or a non-profit community group with a compelling story to tell, we welcome your application. Important Dates: Arts and Crafts Application Deadline - August 22nd Arts and Crafts Notification Date - August 29th Community Partner Application Deadline - August 22nd Community Partner Notification Date - August 29th Food Vendor Application Deadline - September 12th Food Vendor Notification Date - September 19th Entertainment Application Deadline - September 5th Entertainment Notification Deadline - September 12th
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Dates
Oct 25, 2025 · 10:00 AM - Oct 25, 2025 · 6:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)
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Park your car and hope aboard the Franklin Transit Shuttle Saturday and Sunday in downtown Franklin. Cost for the shuttle is $1 per person, each way. Shuttle Service Hours Saturday - 10:00a–5:45p Shuttle Locations - Harlinsdale Farm - Franklin High School No pets, non-folding strollers, food or drink, except bottled water, are allowed on the transit vehicles. The Franklin Transit Main Street Shuttle is operated by the Franklin Transit Authority. For more information about Franklin’s public transit service, visit or call (615) 628-0260.
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Festival Dates and Times:
Saturday, October 25, 2025; 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

 

General Instructions:

  • For guaranteed electrical service, add now when booking your booth. 
  • DFA booth holders are placed as directly in front of their business as possible. 

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Every DFA booth holder is required to set up a white tent or activation of some kind. DFA booth holders may NOT keep their booth spot open or inactivated. Activations must be maintained for the entirety of the festival to respect the neighboring booth-holders, festival guests, and the value of the festival. Early tear down may result in exclusion from future festival booth opportunities. 
 
DISCLAIMER: The descriptions below are BOOTH FREE zones (or otherwise activated). If your business is in any of the following zones and you still book a booth, we will place your booth elsewhere in the footprint: 
 
PumpkinFest BOOTH FREE ZONES 
- The Public Square (sponsorships/attractions) 
- 4th Avenue North (no booth zone) 
- 3rd Avenue North (Food Truck Alley) 
- Between 4th Ave and the Square on Main Street (Autumn Alley) 
     OR if your business has a fire hydrant out front  

 

PRICING & QUANTITY RULES 

  • Early Bird booths are $150 each festival, reserved for ground level storefronts on a first come, first served basis by the registration deadline.  
  • Full Price booths are $450 for 2-day festivals and $350 for 1-day festivals, reserved for DFA members only on a first come, first served basis by the registration deadline. 
  • DFA Members can purchase a maximum of 2 booths per festival, and no more than 1 early bird priced booth per festival for ground level storefronts within the footprint. 

 
Festival Schedule
Friday, October 24th
9:00p-11:00p – Vendor Check-in at the HF Tent and Booth Setup
  
Saturday, October 25th
6:00a-9:00a – Vendor Check-in at the HF Tent and Booth Setup
8:30a-10:00a – Fire Marshal & City Inspection of all booths and food trucks
10:00a – Festival Opens  
6:00p – Festival Ends
6:00p-8:00p – Breakdown of the Festival  
8:00p-9:00p – Streets Open

 

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

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