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Fall Fest Overview Franklin Street

A Century of Celebration, Fried Food, and Local Pride

Ah, the Fall Fest. The fry-light of fall in our Region. Think: anything you can dream of, deep fried in greasy goodness, with an apple cider in hand, and live music to enjoy. Plus, all the proceeds go to local nonprofits. You get the good munchies, and the nonprofits help the community! The Fall Fest is the one time of year when locals get together to fill their bellies, judgement free. In fact, it is a rite of passage around here.

What started as a humble group of businessmen trying to better their community has turned into Evansville's biggest event of the year. The West Side Nut Club Fall Festival (known by locals as the Fall Fest) is beloved by people all over the country. Over 200,000 visitors flock to Franklin Street for a taste of fried deliciousness and small-town charm. Over 100 food vendors, amusement park rides, and endless memories all packed into one lively street on the West Side of Evansville. Go for an evening with friends, or come back every night. We won't judge.
Little Girl with Face Paint at Fall Fest
Funnel cake fall fest
fall fest rides at night
fall fest turkey leg

Full hearts, fuller bellies.

Here’s what to expect if you’re headed to this year's West Side Nut Club Fall Festival: 

  • Food vendors as far as the eye can see.
  • Live competitions of amateur dancers, singers, and more. 
  • A half-pot raffle big enough to change your life. 
  • A huge parade on the final day sure to increase your local pride. 
  • Carnival rides that will spin you out of Evansville (in the best way). 

 

Fall into a century of West Side tradition because nothing tastes more like the Evansville Region than something fried, shared, and made with love.

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