Community Partners

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The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 39th Annual PumpkinFest is Middle Tennessee’s largest family Fall festival that returns on Saturday, October 26, 2024. With more than 115,000 people in attendance in 2023, the festival stretches along Main Street and its side avenues in downtown Franklin and offers tons of festive fun for people of all ages! Join us for a full day of autumn-inspired food and drink, children’s activities, live music, costume contests for pets and families, and outstanding arts & crafts – featuring seasonal and specialty gift items. 150+ Arts & Crafts Vendors 30+ Food & Beverage Vendors Main Stage Entertainment Acoustic Stage Entertainment Buskers Corner Art and Culture Performances Costume Contests Pumpkin Carving & More What Sets Our Festival Apart: PumpkinFest is not just a festival; it's a harvest extravaganza that captures the essence of fall in Williamson County. Nestled amid the changing leaves and crisp air, this festival is a tribute to all things autumn, from vibrant pumpkins and seasonal treats to lively entertainment and heartwarming traditions. Why You Should Apply: Showcase Your Craft: Whether you're an craftsman, entertainer, food vendor, or community organization, PumpkinFest provides a platform to showcase your unique talents and offerings to a diverse and engaged audience. Connect with the Community: Drawing families, friends, and fall enthusiasts, PumpkinFest provides a unique opportunity to connect with the local community. Share your passion, build relationships, and leave a lasting impression on festival-goers. Support Local Heritage: By participating in the PumpkinFest, you contribute to the preservation of Williamson County's rich heritage. The Heritage Foundation is dedicated to preserving the unique charm and traditions that make our community special. How to Apply: Applications are only accepted through Eventeny. Whether you're a seasoned vendor, entertainer, or a non-profit community group with a compelling story to tell, we welcome your application. Important Dates: Arts and Crafts Application Deadline - August 19th Arts and Crafts Notification Date - August 26th Community Partner Application Deadline - August 19th Community Partner Notification Date - September 2nd Food Vendor Application Deadline - September 9th Food Vendor Notification Date - September 16th Entertainment Application Deadline - September 3rd Entertainment Notification Deadline - September 9th

If you are a non profit 501(c)3 community based organization interested in having a booth space at the festivals without having to commit to being a sponsor, you can apply to be considered for a community partner booth. Due to the number of applications, if accepted to participate in one of our festivals, your business/organization will not be considered for other festivals during the calendar year.   We actively select community partners that reflect the values of the Heritage Foundations mission that carry on our community traditions and cultural heritage through advocacy, education, preservation and community engagement.  After you complete the application, we will send out official invites by the notification date.   Important Dates: PumpkinFest | October 26, 2024 Community Partner Application Deadline | August 19, 2024 Community Partner Notification Date | September 2, 2024   The Heritage Foundation is a non-partisan, community and preservation driven organization, and as such, no political affiliations will be allowed to participate in this event. The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to refuse the participation or to cancel the participation of a participant not in keeping with the mission and standards for programming of the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County and/or which are obscene, vulgar or degrading toward individuals based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or national origin.