Schedule & Events
Stay up to date with everything happening at the Mushroom Festival. Browse upcoming events, important dates, registration opportunities, entertainment schedules, and special activities all in one place.
LOCATION
Downtown Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
The Street Fair spans approximately one mile along State Street and surrounding roads within the Borough.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Festival is fully walkable and stroller-friendly. Accessible parking areas and restrooms are available. Additional accessibility details will be posted prior to the event.
PARKING
The following parking locations are officially supported by The Mushroom Festival:
• Kennett High School – 100 E South St, Kennett Square, PA 19348
• Chatham Financial – Additional parking with handicap accessible access
235 White Horse Lane, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Note: Shuttles Running
Additional Parking (Not Operated by The Mushroom Festival)
Additional parking may also be available at the following independently operated locations:
• Kennett Square Parking Garage
• YMCA Parking Lot
Note: No Shuttles
Please Note:
Parking fees associated with independently operated locations are managed separately and do not support The Mushroom Festival.
ADMISSION
Entry to the Mushroom Festival is $5.00 per person and includes access for both festival days. Festival-goers will receive a wristband that must be worn for admission. Cash & Venmo only.
WHAT TO BRING
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Cash and cards (some vendors may be cash-only)
- Sunscreen
- Friends & Family
EVENT INFORMATION
- Rain or Shine Event
- Saturday, Sept. 12TH, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- SUNDAY, SEPT. 13TH, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
SATURDAY EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS
- Children’s Entertainment
- Meet Fungus
- Mushroom Growers’ Exhibit
- Antique Fire Truck Show @ 10AM ON CYPRESS ST & BROAD ST
- Mushroom “Chopped” Contest
- Chef Sean Powell (from Pietro’s Prime)
- Chef Matthew Stone (from Dragonfly Catering)
- Acoustic Duo performance by Corey Glover and Vernon Reid
SUNDAY EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS
- Children’s Entertainment
- Meet Fungus
- Mushroom Growers’ Exhibit
- FINALE Mushroom “Chopped” Contest
- Buona Foods Breaded Mushroom Eating Contest
- Chef Barry Ciarrocchi (Black Lab BREADS)
- Chef Barry Sullivan (Giorgio Foods)
Signature Events
Culinary Stage
Antique Fire Truck Show
Growers Exhibit
Kids Zone
Full Sunday Schedule
Morning Events
9:00 AM – Festival Grounds Open
Food vendors, craft vendors, and promotional booths welcome guests for the final day of the Mushroom Festival. Kids Zone is ready to welcome!
9:00 AM – Mushroom Growers Exhibit
Explore the fascinating process of mushroom cultivation, from lab to harvest, with interactive displays and educational exhibits.
10:00 AM – The excitement begins with the FINALE Mushroom “Chopped” Contest, where the weekend’s top culinary competitors battle for the championship title.
10:00 AM – Children’s Entertainment: The Amazing Spaghetti (American Legion Building)
Enjoy a hilarious comedy magic and puppet show by Dan Freed, perfect for children and families.
11:00 AM – Children’s Entertainment: The Amazing Spaghetti (American Legion Building)
Don’t miss a second performance of Dan Freed’s interactive comedy magic and puppet show.
Midday Events
12:00 PM – Mushroom Eating Contest
One of the festival’s most anticipated traditions! Watch contestants compete to see who can eat mushrooms the fastest in this crowd-favorite event.
12:00 PM – Live Music: Kid Davis & the Bullets (Music Stage)
Kick off Sunday’s entertainment with Kid Davis & the Bullets performing live on the Music Stage.
12:00 PM – Children’s Entertainment: Juggle Joy (American Legion Building)
Join Jackson Levine for an interactive juggling performance featuring balls, clubs, rings, plate spinning, and plenty of audience participation.
Afternoon Events
1:30 PM – Live Music: Riko and Whaler Collective (Music Stage)
Enjoy an afternoon performance by Riko and Whaler Collective.
1:30 PM – Kids Zone Activities & Entertainment Peak Hours
Family-friendly programming, interactive games, and activities are in full swing.
2:00 PM – Chef Demonstration: Chef Barry Ciarrocchi (Black Lab Breads)
Watch Chef Barry Ciarrocchi showcase creative mushroom-inspired recipes and culinary techniques during this live cooking demonstration.
2:00 PM – Children’s Entertainment: Juggle Joy (American Legion Building)
Catch the final performance by Jackson Levine, featuring exciting juggling tricks and interactive fun for children and families.
3:00 PM – Live Music: The Holy Smokers Band (Music Stage)
Close out the festival’s live entertainment with a performance by The Holy Smokers Band.
3:00 PM – Chef Demonstration: Chef Barry Sullivan (Giorgio Foods)
Don’t miss the festival’s final chef presentation as Chef Barry Sullivan shares delicious mushroom recipes, professional cooking tips, and inspiration to take home.
3:30 PM – Final Vendor Shopping Hour
Take one last stroll through the festival to shop for fresh mushrooms, artisan goods, local products, and your favorite festival treats before the event concludes
Festival Closing
4:00 PM – Festival Grounds Close
Thank you for joining us for another incredible Mushroom Festival! We hope to see you again next year as we continue celebrating Kennett Square’s rich mushroom heritage and the local mushroom growers who make it all possible.
