The 41st Annual Mushroom Festival

FREE ENTRY FOR 2026!!!!

 

• 10AM - 4PM
  All Car show entries should check in at the registration table at E Cypress & S, Broad Streets between 8:30AM and 10AM.
  Registration on Eventeny must be completed BEFORE 9/1/2026
  ONLY THE FIRST 50 APPLICATIONS WILL RECEIVE A DASH PLAQUE. 
  
  

Harvesting 41 Years Together! Join us September 12th and 13th, 2026 as we celebrate Growing Together for Generations in Kennett Square–the Mushroom Capital of the World–and our vibrant Community! MUSHROOMS AND THE COMMUNITY What started four decades ago as a way to highlight mushroom farms in the area has grown into a two-day festival that celebrates mushrooms, the industry, and the community in which we all live and work. THE FESTIVAL: A CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY GROWTH The Mushroom Festival isn’t just about festivities—it’s about fostering growth and giving back to the community. Each year proceeds from the Festival are awarded to local non-profit organizations through our community grants program. Since our humble beginnings, we’ve contributed more than $1.6 million to support local initiatives. From education to healthcare, environmental conservation to arts and culture, your support of the Festival fuels the engines of progress in Kennett Square and beyond. JOIN THE MOVEMENT: BECOME A SPONSOR This year we are proudly awarding over $200,000 in grants, igniting positive change in our community. As we gear up for another unforgettable Festival, we invite you to become a vital part of our journey. Your sponsorship isn’t just an investment in a weekend of fun — it’s an investment in the future. By partnering with us, you’re championing sustainability, supporting local businesses, and empowering community growth to nearly 20,000 who attend during the weekend. Whether you’re a local business looking to make a difference or an individual passionate about fostering positive change, there’s a sponsorship opportunity waiting for you. Let’s come together, celebrate the magic of mushrooms, and sow the seeds of a brighter tomorrow.

Harvesting 41 Years Together! Join us September 12th and 13th, 2026 as we celebrate Growing Together for Generations in Kennett Square–the Mushroom Capital of the World–and our vibrant Community! MUSHROOMS AND THE COMMUNITY What started four decades ago as a way to highlight mushroom farms in the area has grown into a two-day festival that celebrates mushrooms, the industry, and the community in which we all live and work. THE FESTIVAL: A CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY GROWTH The Mushroom Festival isn’t just about festivities—it’s about fostering growth and giving back to the community. Each year proceeds from the Festival are awarded to local non-profit organizations through our community grants program. Since our humble beginnings, we’ve contributed more than $1.6 million to support local initiatives. From education to healthcare, environmental conservation to arts and culture, your support of the Festival fuels the engines of progress in Kennett Square and beyond. JOIN THE MOVEMENT: BECOME A SPONSOR This year we are proudly awarding over $200,000 in grants, igniting positive change in our community. As we gear up for another unforgettable Festival, we invite you to become a vital part of our journey. Your sponsorship isn’t just an investment in a weekend of fun — it’s an investment in the future. By partnering with us, you’re championing sustainability, supporting local businesses, and empowering community growth to nearly 20,000 who attend during the weekend. Whether you’re a local business looking to make a difference or an individual passionate about fostering positive change, there’s a sponsorship opportunity waiting for you. Let’s come together, celebrate the magic of mushrooms, and sow the seeds of a brighter tomorrow. .

Harvesting 41 Years Together! Join us September 12th and 13th, 2026 as we celebrate Growing Together for Generations in Kennett Square–the Mushroom Capital of the World–and our vibrant Community! MUSHROOMS AND THE COMMUNITY What started four decades ago as a way to highlight mushroom farms in the area has grown into a two-day festival that celebrates mushrooms, the industry, and the community in which we all live and work. THE FESTIVAL: A CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY GROWTH The Mushroom Festival isn’t just about festivities—it’s about fostering growth and giving back to the community. Each year proceeds from the Festival are awarded to local non-profit organizations through our community grants program. Since our humble beginnings, we’ve contributed more than $1.6 million to support local initiatives. From education to healthcare, environmental conservation to arts and culture, your support of the Festival fuels the engines of progress in Kennett Square and beyond. JOIN THE MOVEMENT: BECOME A SPONSOR This year we are proudly awarding over $200,000 in grants, igniting positive change in our community. As we gear up for another unforgettable Festival, we invite you to become a vital part of our journey. Your sponsorship isn’t just an investment in a weekend of fun — it’s an investment in the future. By partnering with us, you’re championing sustainability, supporting local businesses, and empowering community growth to nearly 20,000 who attend during the weekend. Whether you’re a local business looking to make a difference or an individual passionate about fostering positive change, there’s a sponsorship opportunity waiting for you. Let’s come together, celebrate the magic of mushrooms, and sow the seeds of a brighter tomorrow.

Harvesting 41 Years Together! Join us September 12th and 13th, 2026 as we celebrate Growing Together for Generations in Kennett Square–the Mushroom Capital of the World–and our vibrant Community! MUSHROOMS AND THE COMMUNITY What started four decades ago as a way to highlight mushroom farms in the area has grown into a two-day festival that celebrates mushrooms, the industry, and the community in which we all live and work. THE FESTIVAL: A CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY GROWTH The Mushroom Festival isn’t just about festivities—it’s about fostering growth and giving back to the community. Each year proceeds from the Festival are awarded to local non-profit organizations through our community grants program. Since our humble beginnings, we’ve contributed more than $1.6 million to support local initiatives. From education to healthcare, environmental conservation to arts and culture, your support of the Festival fuels the engines of progress in Kennett Square and beyond. JOIN THE MOVEMENT: BECOME A SPONSOR This year we are proudly awarding over $200,000 in grants, igniting positive change in our community. As we gear up for another unforgettable Festival, we invite you to become a vital part of our journey. Your sponsorship isn’t just an investment in a weekend of fun — it’s an investment in the future. By partnering with us, you’re championing sustainability, supporting local businesses, and empowering community growth to nearly 20,000 who attend during the weekend. Whether you’re a local business looking to make a difference or an individual passionate about fostering positive change, there’s a sponsorship opportunity waiting for you. Let’s come together, celebrate the magic of mushrooms, and sow the seeds of a brighter tomorrow.

Harvesting 41 Years Together! Join us September 12th and 13th, 2026 as we celebrate Growing Together for Generations in Kennett Square–the Mushroom Capital of the World–and our vibrant Community! MUSHROOMS AND THE COMMUNITY What started four decades ago as a way to highlight mushroom farms in the area has grown into a two-day festival that celebrates mushrooms, the industry, and the community in which we all live and work. THE FESTIVAL: A CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY GROWTH The Mushroom Festival isn’t just about festivities—it’s about fostering growth and giving back to the community. Each year proceeds from the Festival are awarded to local non-profit organizations through our community grants program. Since our humble beginnings, we’ve contributed more than $1.6 million to support local initiatives. From education to healthcare, environmental conservation to arts and culture, your support of the Festival fuels the engines of progress in Kennett Square and beyond. JOIN THE MOVEMENT: BECOME A SPONSOR This year we are proudly awarding over $200,000 in grants, igniting positive change in our community. As we gear up for another unforgettable Festival, we invite you to become a vital part of our journey. Your sponsorship isn’t just an investment in a weekend of fun — it’s an investment in the future. By partnering with us, you’re championing sustainability, supporting local businesses, and empowering community growth to nearly 20,000 who attend during the weekend. Whether you’re a local business looking to make a difference or an individual passionate about fostering positive change, there’s a sponsorship opportunity waiting for you. Let’s come together, celebrate the magic of mushrooms, and sow the seeds of a brighter tomorrow.

Harvesting 41 Years Together! Join us September 12th and 13th, 2026 as we celebrate Growing Together for Generations in Kennett Square–the Mushroom Capital of the World–and our vibrant Community! MUSHROOMS AND THE COMMUNITY What started four decades ago as a way to highlight mushroom farms in the area has grown into a two-day festival that celebrates mushrooms, the industry, and the community in which we all live and work. THE FESTIVAL: A CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY GROWTH The Mushroom Festival isn’t just about festivities—it’s about fostering growth and giving back to the community. Each year proceeds from the Festival are awarded to local non-profit organizations through our community grants program. Since our humble beginnings, we’ve contributed more than $1.6 million to support local initiatives. From education to healthcare, environmental conservation to arts and culture, your support of the Festival fuels the engines of progress in Kennett Square and beyond. JOIN THE MOVEMENT: BECOME A SPONSOR This year we are proudly awarding over $200,000 in grants, igniting positive change in our community. As we gear up for another unforgettable Festival, we invite you to become a vital part of our journey. Your sponsorship isn’t just an investment in a weekend of fun — it’s an investment in the future. By partnering with us, you’re championing sustainability, supporting local businesses, and empowering community growth to nearly 20,000 who attend during the weekend. Whether you’re a local business looking to make a difference or an individual passionate about fostering positive change, there’s a sponsorship opportunity waiting for you. Let’s come together, celebrate the magic of mushrooms, and sow the seeds of a brighter tomorrow.

T shirts are available as first come, first served. Volunteer T shirt pick up will start the day after Labor day at the Mushroom Festival Office located at 120 ½ Scarlett Alley TO BE DETERMINED Evening hours will be available: TO BE DETERMINED FYI when completing the application, ON THE THIRD PAGE, YOU MUST SELECT THE DEPARTMENT BOX AT THE TOP BEFORE PROCEDING TO SHIFT SELECTION. Otherwise, the software will ask you repeatedly to SELECT A DEPARTMENT.

Hosted by Frank Pastell and emceed by WXTU's Jeff Kurkjian. 

 

This is an amateur event, which puts the FUN in FUNGI when a group of brave contestants see how many fried mushrooms they can eat in 10 minutes!

 

Buona Food's The Original Fried Mushrooms are a Festival favorite every year! But only a few have the opportunity to eat copious amounts of the crunchy, mouth-watering snacks during this years' amateur Fried Mushroom Eating Contest.

 

Join us to watch the spectacle and cheer on the contestants as they challenge these records!

Walk on's may be considered the day of event when space allows.

 

Prizes:

• $500  1st
  $300 2nd
  $200 3rd

 

The 41st Mushroom Festival's Amateur Cook off is going to be our version of a “Chopped” Challenge. Our Mushroom Cooking challenge will be similar to the show you have seen on the Food Network. The Mushroom Festival's 'Chopped' challenge will be to cook a dish, utilizing all the foods in the mystery basket.  The mystery basket will be provided to the competitors prior to the start of the competition and opened when the competition begins. Competitors will use the ingredients to make their tasty, creative dish which will feature MUSHROOMS.

 

Events will be held at the Mushroom Festival Culinary Stage @ S. Union St., on Saturday, September 12th at 10am and 2pm and ending with a finale on Sunday, September 13th at 10 AM.

 

A finale will feature the final FOUR winners, TWO from the Saturday morning competition and TWO from the Saturday afternoon competion who will advance to compete in a cook off finalee on Sunday, September 13th at 10 AM.

 

Contestants need to be available to compete both days if they win on Saturday!

Attention all Moms, Dads, Grandparents,
Aunts and Uncles:

Do you have a fantastic photo of a special “button” that’s just the
cutest around? Enter it in the Mushroom Festival’s Cute-As-A-Button
(Mushroom) Baby Photo Contest!

At the Cute-as-a-Button Booth near State and Union streets photos of each contestant are on a donation box.

• The public “Votes” for their Cutest Button, Crimini and Portabella with their pocket change, and on this Eventeny site via our website.

• The entry in each category that collects the most donations will be crowned 2026’s Cutest Button, Crimini, and Portabella.

• Winners will be announced on our website and in the Chester County Press.

• Prizes awarded to the top contestent in each category which collects the most donations in their category.