John C. Campbell Folk School's 50th Annual Fall Festival
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John C. Campbell Folk School's 50th Annual Fall Festival

About the event

πŸŽ‰ Join us for the 50th Annual Fall Festival at the John C. Campbell Folk School! 🌾

πŸ—“ Dates: October 3-4, 2026
πŸ•™ Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

This cherished festival has been a tradition since 1974, happening every first full weekend of October. Explore our beautiful 270-acre campus featuring:

  • 🎨 230 craft vendors and 29 food vendors
  • 🏺 Demonstrations by nearly 75 makers showcasing both traditional and contemporary crafts
  • 🎢 Two stages filled with local and regional music and dance performances
  • 🏠 Community Room activities in the historic Keith House, where you can engage hands-on with Appalachian traditions

Each year, over 13,000 visitors from across the Southern Appalachian region, including Tennessee, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, come together to celebrate community and creativity.

πŸ“ Vendor Applications: Opens February 23, 2026
πŸ“ Location: 1 Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902-8008, United States
πŸ”— Event Details on Facebook

Don't miss this vibrant celebration of Appalachian culture! 🎊

Location

1 Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902-8008, United States

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