About The Mushroom Festival
The Mushroom Festival celebrates mushrooms, agriculture, community, and the traditions that have shaped Kennett Square for generations.
About The Mushroom Festival
The Mushroom Festival celebrates mushrooms, agriculture, community, and the traditions that have shaped Kennett Square for generations.
Our Mission
The Mushroom Festival exists to celebrate mushrooms, honor the agricultural heritage of Kennett Square, and reinvest Festival proceeds back into the local community.
History
What began as a small, one-block community celebration honoring Kennett Square’s local mushroom farmers has grown into a nationally recognized, two-day event stretching over a mile through downtown Kennett Square.
Built by volunteers. Sustained by local mushroom growers. Supported by families and local businesses.
What the Festival Is All About
- Mushroom-focused foods
- Culinary competitions
- Growers exhibits
- Family entertainment
- Local shopping & dining
- Community traditions
A Festival With Year-Round Impact
Through its Grants Program, the Festival continues supporting local nonprofits, emergency responders, youth programs, arts organizations, and community initiatives throughout Southern Chester County.
Community at the Center
The Festival is built by the community, for the community. It highlights the growers, volunteers, restaurants, small businesses, and organizations that make Kennett Square special.
Festival Facts
- Up to 25,000+ visitors over two days
- One-mile street fair through Kennett Square
- Visitors from PA, NJ, DE, MD and beyond
- Family-friendly event for all ages
- Local, regional, and national promotion
2026 Festival Theme
“Growing Together for Generations”
This year’s theme reflects the Festival’s tradition of bringing people together while honoring the past and investing in the future.
Board of Directors
- John D’Amico, President
- Jennifer Basciani, Vice President
- Laura Price, Treasurer
- Jim Hamilton, Secretary
- Gina Puoci
- Gale Ferranto
- Eric Durynski
- Lori Gebert
- Carl Lowe
- Rhonda Sarver
- Lin Bove
- Megan Kooistra
- Gery DeStafney
- Doug Doefler
- Miranda Doyle