The 2026 festival begins today, Friday, Sept. 25, and runs through Sunday, Sept. 27. Hours are 4-7 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. This event offers free entry and parking.

With its family-friendly atmosphere and wide range of vendors and entertainment, the festival aims to draw attendees into an autumn atmosphere regardless of the weather. And for many it’s a harbinger of the holiday season just around the corner.

“A lot of the locals have skill sets and talents in crafts and that kind of thing,” said David Goff, member of the Indian Lake Development Corporation board of directors. “This is an opportunity to come out and showcase their work.”

AN UPDATE FROM INDIAN LAKE STATE PARK REGARDING PARKING FOR THE FESTIVAL:

Due to heavy rainfall and saturated grounds, there will be limited to no parking within the campground for the fall festival weekend. However, there will be handicap parking, vendor parking and regular parking on site for registered campers.

“We will be offering limited shuttle services to and from Old Field Beach,” state park officials said.

“Please plan accordingly. Car-pooling and drop-offs are encouraged. We strongly recommend having someone drop your group off quickly at the festival entrance within the park, and continuing out of the park to Old Field.”

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