Food Vendors Wanted for 2026 Clarkesville Fall Festival

The City of Clarkesville is already looking ahead to cooler temperatures, changing leaves and one of downtown’s favorite seasonal traditions.

Organizers of the 2026 Clarkesville Fall Festival are currently accepting applications from food vendors interested in participating in this year’s event.

The festival will take place Saturday, October 17, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. in downtown Clarkesville and organizers are looking for food trucks, food trailers and other mobile food-service vendors to help feed the crowds throughout the day.

Vendors selected to participate will be able to begin setting up at 8 a.m. on the morning of the festival.

The deadline to submit a food vendor application is September 18.

The annual fall celebration is part of a lineup of seasonal events being planned in Clarkesville as the city prepares for its fall and winter activities.

Food vendors interested in participating can complete the city's digital application online. Questions may be directed to Yvonne Marinelli at 762-384-8739 or by email at Development@ClarkesvilleGa.com.

Important Dates

• September 18: Food vendor application deadline

• October 17 at 8 a.m.: Vendor setup begins

• October 17, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.: Clarkesville Fall Festival

Organizers are also encouraging residents to spread the word to their favorite local food trucks and mobile vendors who might be interested in joining this year's festival.