Suwanee Fest 2026

We are looking for our future Suwanee Fest Exhibitors by showcasing young talent (18 years or younger) for partial day table space for Suwanee Fest!  Come experience the festival environment without the two-day commitment! Youth on the Rise participants can choose their ideal booth selling time with up to three slot selections. All exhibitors in the Youth on the Rise area will be setting up on one table and sharing space in a single large tent. 

 

Suwanee Fest is a two-day juried art show for handcrafted and handmade items only. Please read the Exhibitor Guidelines carefully before completing your application.  One 8 foot table will be provided.  Accepted applicants must provide all decor, table cover, and all display items. 

Event dates, September 19 & 20 event.  The event is rain or shine!  Youth on the Rise can choose one (or more) of the following time slots: Saturday 9/19 from 9 am to 1 pm, Saturday 9/19 2 pm to 6 pm or Sunday 12 pm to 4 pm.

If we do not receive ALL materials by the application deadline, you will not be considered for Suwanee Fest.

The deadline for all applications is August 15. Please note that a non-refundable application fee of $15 is required to apply.

As a Silver Sponsor of Suwanee Fest, you receive: • 10’x10’ booth space • Tent, table(s), and chairs (if needed) • Electricity (if requested) • Two Suwanee Fest t-shirts • Complimentary parade entry • Featured listing ad in special Suwanee Magazine pull-out section • SuwaneeFest.com business name listing • Two parking passes • Stage shoutout during the festival Early-Bird Price (before June 1st): $2,500 After June 1st: $2,600 Please note that all sponsors will be asked to put a credit card on file to apply. If your preferred payment method is not a credit card, the card on file will NOT be charged.

As a Gold Sponsor of Suwanee Fest, you receive: • 20’x10’ booth space • Four Suwanee Fest t-shirts • 1/4 page ad in special Suwanee Magazine pull-out section • SuwaneeFest.com logo listing • Two parking passes • Up to two minutes of stage mentions over the festival weekend (copy provided by sponsor) • Invitation to Friends of Suwanee events • Logo on entertainment lineup banner at the stage • Logo highlight and tag in social media “thank you” post • Logo in November Suwanee Magazine “thank you” ad • Tent, table(s), and chairs (if needed) • Electricity (if requested) • Complimentary parade entry Early-Bird Price (before June 1st): $4,000 After June 1st: $4,100 Please note that all sponsors will be asked to put a credit card on file to apply. If your preferred payment method is not a credit card, the card on file will NOT be charged.

As a Platinum Sponsor of Suwanee Fest, you receive: • Name a section of the festival! Choose between: Entertainment, Family Fun Zone, Parade, Touchdown Tent, and Rides & Games (i.e., “Family Fun Zone” brought to you by [YOUR ORGANIZATION]”) • Logo on all promotional posters, banners, advertisements, and official Suwanee Fest t-shirt • Six Suwanee Fest t-shirts • 1/2 page ad in special Suwanee Magazine pull-out section • Logo listing on SuwaneeFest.com homepage • Invitation to judge the parade • Four parking passes • Up to ten minutes of stage time over the festival weekend • 5-minute visit from Parker, Suwanee's mascot, each day during the festival • Visit from Parker at your business two weeks prior to the festival (can be used to capture social media content highlighting your participation in Suwanee Fest) • Logo highlight and tags in social media posts • Invitation to and special recognition at Suwanee City Council meeting • Complimentary lunch from the Suwanee Fest food court for up to four people each festival day • 20’x10’ booth space • Tent(s), table(s), and chairs (if needed) • Electricity (if requested) • Complimentary parade entry • Invitation to Friends of Suwanee events • Logo in November Suwanee Magazine “thank you” ad Please note that all sponsors will be asked to put a credit card on file to apply. If your preferred payment method is not a credit card, the card on file will NOT be charged.

Step into the spotlight and help bring the story of Suwanee Fest to life through unforgettable stage entertainment in Town Center Park. From enchanting dance troupes and spellbinding acrobats to traveling musicians and performers of all kinds, the festival stage is where the magic truly unfolds. Both rising stars and beloved favorites take part in this two-day celebration, captivating audiences of all ages.

 

Applicants will be considered for performance slots on Saturday, September 19, or Sunday, September 20. Please note that Suwanee Fest is a free community event, so entertainers are generally not compensated. All performances should be family-friendly and suitable for all ages.

 

Submitting an application does not guarantee a performance time. Most performance slots are limited to 30 minutes. The City of Suwanee and the Suwanee Fest Committee reserve the right to limit the number of performers and backstage personnel.

 

Performers wishing to sell merchandise during or after their performance may do so but must provide their own staff. Stage plots and any special technical needs must be coordinated with the Suwanee Fest stage manager prior to the event. This event will take place rain or shine.

We’re inviting you to help us kick off a magical Suwanee Fest weekend with an unforgettable parade! This year’s theme is Fairytales, so gather your royal court, decorate a float fit for a storybook, dress like you’ve stepped straight out of a classic tale, and/or prepare a 60-second performance to compete for prizes!

 

Cash prizes are up for grabs in categories like Best Use of Theme, Most Entertaining, Best Costumes, and more! Don’t miss your chance to show off your creativity and claim your happily-ever-after title as a legendary parader!

 

Are you a marching band? For the first time ever, this year's parade will feature a "Battle of Bands," where marching bands will compete to take home a cash prize and secure bragging rights for a whole year.

 

To participate in the parade, one representative from your group must attend a mandatory meeting on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Groups without representation at this meeting will be removed from the parade lineup.

 

It’s going to be a storybook celebration for the ages!

We’re inviting you to help us kick off a magical Suwanee Fest weekend with an unforgettable parade! This year’s theme is Fairytales, so gather your royal court, decorate a float fit for a storybook, dress like you’ve stepped straight out of a classic tale, and/or prepare a 60-second performance to compete for prizes!

 

The $250 fee associated with business participation in the parade will be used to fund cash prizes. These cash prizes are up for grabs in categories like Best Use of Theme, Most Entertaining, Best Costumes, and more! Don’t miss your chance to show off your creativity and claim your happily-ever-after title as a legendary parader!

• Please note that Suwanee Fest sponsors receive complimentary parade participation and will not be charged an additional fee.

To participate, one representative from your group must attend a mandatory meeting on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Businesses without representation at this meeting will be removed from the parade lineup.

 

It’s going to be a storybook celebration for the ages!