97th Annual Harvest Festival in Downtown Wendell
Parades, pumpkins and a band that’ll make you dance.
Shannon
September 29, 2025
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Wendell’s 97th Annual Harvest Festival is rolling into Downtown on Saturday, October 4—rain or shine—and it’s basically a small-town block party that forgot how to quit. From a 10 AM parade and a Kids Village that keeps little ones busy all day, to food trucks, a children’s entrepreneur market, and a free concert by The Band of Oz, there’s something for every pumpkin spice–loving soul.
Want the full lowdown on parades, food, and stage times? Check the full schedule here—you’ll want to time your funnel cake runs wisely.
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