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OCTOBER 24TH: 9AM - 6PM

Kernville fall
Festival 2026

Join us for a beautiful fall day in the heart of Kernville!

Free admission, family-friendly, community-focused.

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Live music & entertainment

Enjoy live performances all day long. Bring a camp chair or blanket, grab a bite, and settle in for music, line dancing, and fun with the mountains as your backdrop.

Food trucks & local vendors

Taste your way through Kernville with delicious hot food, sweet treats, and artisan booths featuring handmade crafts, woodworking, local honey, and unique gifts.

Family-friendly & free

No tickets, no gate—just show up! Enjoy our pumpkin patch, free pumpkins, fun contests, and exciting prizes, with plenty of space for friends and family to gather and celebrate the season.

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OCTOBER 24TH (9AM - 6PM)

Whether you’re a local, a camper, or just visiting for the weekend, celebrate the beauty of Fall in the heart of Kernville at our annual Kernville Fall Festival, held on October 24th from 9AM to 7:30PM.

This family-friendly, community-focused event brings the charm of autumn to life with local vendors, delicious food, contests, prizes, free pumpkins, and line dancing.

Stroll through booths featuring handmade crafts, unique gifts, and local produce. Enjoy live performances while you shop, eat, and explore — it’s the perfect way to spend a crisp fall day with family, friends, and the Kern River Valley community.

Big THANK YOU to our sponsors:

Presenting: Rita D'Angelo

Entertainment: Alta One

Contests: Riverside One Stop and Harry P. Thal

Pumpkin Patch: The Kern River House, Kernville Inn,

Click Realty, and Tuttle's Emporium.

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ONE DAY ONLY · OCTOBER 24TH

2026 Festival Date: October 24th (9AM - 7:30PM).

Located riverside in downtown Kernville at Circle Park—an easy walk from local lodging, campgrounds, and restaurants.

Festival at-a-glance

Free admission for all ages
Outdoor, family-friendly setting in downtown Kernville
Live music, food trucks, and artisan vendors
Easy access from local hotels, cabins, and campgrounds
Bring chairs, blankets, and your favorite festival crew

Planning to stay the weekend? Explore more things to do, places to stay, and river safety tips at explorekernville.com .

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Festival FAQs

Answers to the most common questions, what to bring, and how to make the most of your Kernville Fall Festival experience.

Does it cost anything to attend?

Nope! The Kernville Fall Festival is free and open to the public. You’ll only pay for items you choose to purchase from our local food and craft vendors.

Is it family friendly?

Yes. This event is designed to be family friendly with plenty of open space, line dancing, a pumpkin patch, and contests that kids and adults can enjoy together.

Where is the festival located?

The festival is held in downtown Kernville in Circle Park. It's a beautiful outdoor, river-adjacent setting. Exact layout and entrances are clearly marked on event days, and it’s an easy walk from nearby lodging and campgrounds.

What should I bring?

We recommend bringing camp chairs or a blanket, a warm jacket or light layer for the crisp fall weather, and cash or card for food and vendor purchases. Please follow all posted river safety guidelines if you plan to spend time near the water.

Can I bring my dog?

Friendly, leashed dogs are generally welcome in most outdoor Kernville spaces, but please be respectful of other guests and check for any posted rules or updates closer to the event.