Mount Gilead Fall Festival
October 17 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
The 2026 Mount Gilead Fall Festival will take place Saturday, October 17th, from 10:00AM-5:00PM in Downtown Mount Gilead. The annual community celebration will bring residents and visitors together for a full day of good food, music and entertainment, local and regional vendors, family-friendly activities and games, and more.
The Fall Festival is an opportunity for residents and visitors from across the region to spend the day in Downtown Mount Gilead, enjoy activities for the whole family, support local and regional vendors, and connect with businesses and community organizations.
Vendor Applications Extended Through September 30
Businesses, food vendors, makers, organizations and other eligible participants are invited to be part of this year’s festival. The Town has extended the vendor registration deadline to September 30, 2026, providing additional time for interested vendors to apply.
Vendor registration fees are:
- In-Town Vendors: $40
- Out-of-Town Vendors: $50
- Food Trucks: $60
Vendor applications are available through the online vendor registration form at https://forms.gle/9Bpu8YASULHS6xPX8 or in paper form at Mount Gilead Town Hall, 207 N. Main Street, Mount Gilead, NC 27306. Applications and payment may also be mailed to Town of Mount Gilead, P.O. Box 325, Mount Gilead, NC 27306.
Spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration must be paid in advance by cash, check or money order payable to the Town of Mount Gilead. Fees are non-refundable, and vendor spaces are not reserved until payment is received.
Businesses, organizations and community partners interested in sponsorship opportunities or other ways to participate in the Fall Festival are also encouraged to contact the Town.
For festival information, vendor applications, sponsorship opportunities or general questions, contact Mount Gilead Town Hall at 910-439-5111 or info@mtgileadnc.com.





















