Tallahatchie Riverfest

06/15/2026

🎨 CALLING ALL ART & ARTISAN VENDORS 🎨

Bring your creativity to the banks of the Tallahatchie River!

Applications are now open for artists, makers, crafters, and artisan vendors to be part of the 2026 Tallahatchie Riverfest in Historic Downtown New Albany on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Tallahatchie Riverfest is one of North Mississippi’s favorite annual festivals, bringing together live music, local food, shopping, family fun, and thousands of visitors for a day-long celebration in the heart of downtown.

Whether you create original artwork, handcrafted goods, pottery, jewelry, woodwork, home décor, specialty products, or unique artisan creations, we invite you to showcase your work at Riverfest 2026.

🛍️ Marketplace Vendor Application:
https://forms.gle/2geHsfeY1fehuDEH7

🍔 Food & Food Truck Vendor Application:
https://forms.gle/hkEzB4be5hciaGww7

All vendor requirements, fees, setup information, deadlines, rules, and event details are included within the application forms. Please review all information carefully before submitting your application.

Applications are also available on our website:
https://www.visitnewalbany.com/tallahatchie-riverfest

📅 September 26, 2026
📍 Historic Downtown New Albany, Mississippi

06/14/2026

🚨 VOTE NOW! 🚨
New Albany has been nominated in the 2026 Best of Mississippi Travel Reader Poll, and we’d love your support! ❤️

Our community is featured in several categories:

🛍️ Downtown Shopping — New Albany
🍂 Best Fall Festival — Tallahatchie RiverFest
🥾 Best Hiking Trails — Tanglefoot Trail
🚴 Best Biking Trails — Tanglefoot Trail
🌟 Best Free Adventure — Tanglefoot Trail

From our charming downtown filled with unique shops and local businesses to the scenic Tanglefoot Trail and beloved RiverFest celebration, these nominations highlight what makes New Albany a destination worth experiencing.

Help us showcase everything that makes our community special by casting your vote before June 15, 2026!

❤️ Show your love for New Albany and help us share our story with travelers across Mississippi and beyond.

👉 Vote here: https://mismag.com/best-of-mississippi-travel/ #//

06/11/2026

🚨 VOTING IS NOW OPEN! 🚨

Tallahatchie Riverfest has been nominated for Best Fall Festival in the 2026 Mississippi Magazine Best of Mississippi Travel Readers' Poll, and we need YOUR vote!

🌟 Help put New Albany and Tallahatchie Riverfest on the map by casting your vote today at: https://mismag.com/best-of-mississippi-travel/ #//

🗓️ Voting is open until June 15, 2026
📖 Winners will be announced in the September/October issue of Mississippi Magazine

Every vote helps showcase the incredible music, culture, community spirit, and small-town charm that make Tallahatchie Riverfest and New Albany such a special destination.

🌊 Tallahatchie Riverfest
📍 New Albany, Mississippi

Vote today and help us bring home the title of Best Fall Festival in Mississippi!

06/08/2026

🚨 VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🚨

Join us for the 2026 Tallahatchie Riverfest in Historic Downtown New Albany on Saturday, September 26, 2026!

We're now accepting applications for vendors who would like to be part of one of North Mississippi's favorite festivals featuring live music, food, shopping, family fun, and more along the banks of the Tallahatchie River.

🛍️ Marketplace Vendor Application:
https://forms.gle/2geHsfeY1fehuDEH7

🍔 Food & Food Truck Vendor Application:
https://forms.gle/hkEzB4be5hciaGww7

📋 All vendor requirements, fees, rules, setup information, deadlines, and event details are included within the application forms. Please review the information carefully before submitting your application.

Applications can also be found on our website under the Events tab by selecting Tallahatchie Riverfest, or by visiting:
https://www.visitnewalbany.com/tallahatchie-riverfest

We look forward to welcoming vendors from across the region for another exciting Riverfest celebration in Downtown New Albany. Space is limited, so don't wait to apply!

06/04/2026

🚨 SCAMMER ALERT 🚨

We have been made aware of individuals posting about vendor spaces and ticket sales for Tallahatchie RiverFest.

Unfortunately, this is something we deal with every year, and for your safety, we want to make everyone aware so you can avoid scams.

Please remember:

✅ RiverFest is a FREE event. We do not sell tickets.

✅ We will never post vendor applications, vendor space sales, or event information from personal Facebook profiles.

✅ Any official RiverFest information will only come from:
• Tallahatchie RiverFest Official page
• Visit New Albany
• New Albany Main Street

If you see posts, comments, or messages offering vendor spaces or selling tickets from personal accounts, please do not engage, send money, or provide personal information. Report the post and help us keep our community informed.

Thank you for helping us spread the word and keep everyone safe. We look forward to seeing you at Tallahatchie RiverFest!

05/21/2026

🌊🎶 Tallahatchie Riverfest Returns to Downtown New Albany! 🎶🌊 September 26, 2026

🛍️ Vendor Applications will open June 2026
🎤 Live music, food trucks, shopping, and more
📍 Downtown New Albany
📅 September 26, 2026

Whether you’ve been coming for years or planning your first visit, we can’t wait to celebrate with you along the Tallahatchie!

Stay tuned for more details 👀https://www.visitnewalbany.com/tallahatchie-riverfest
Follow Us on Facebook & Instagram

🌊🎶 Tallahatchie Riverfest Returns to Downtown New Albany! 🎶🌊 September 26, 2026

🛍️ Vendor Applications will open June 2026
🎤 Live music, food trucks, shopping, and more
📍 Downtown New Albany
📅 September 26, 2026

Whether you’ve been coming for years or planning your first visit, we can’t wait to celebrate with you along the Tallahatchie!

Stay tuned for more details 👀https://www.visitnewalbany.com/tallahatchie-riverfest
Follow Us on Facebook & Instagram

11/29/2025

📣 Parade Update Announcement 📣
Due to the increased chance of rain on Monday evening, we have decided to reschedule the Christmas Parade.
✨ The parade will now take place on:
Tuesday, December 2nd
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Same route as previously posted
We appreciate your understanding and support in helping us spread the word. Please share this announcement so everyone in our community knows about the updated date and time. Let’s make Tuesday evening a joyful celebration together! 🎄🎶