The 2026 Festival will take place the last weekend of September. Friday, September 25th Saturday, September 26th Sunday, September 27th Check back here or follow our Facebook and Instagram for updates as we get closer to the event!

No. It is free to attend the festival!

The carnival for the 2026 festival will take place on the following dates:🎡 Friday, September 25th ... 1 to 10 p.m.Priority given to persons with disabilities from 1 to 3 p.m.Wristband Promo: $25 for unlimited rides, 5 to 9 p.m. 🎢 Saturday, September 26th ... 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.Priority given to persons with disabilitiesWristband Promo: $25 for unlimited rides, noon to 4 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. 🎠 Sunday, September 27th ... 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Priority given to persons with disabilitiesWristband Promo: $25 for unlimited rides, noon to 4 p.m.Follow our Facebook and Instagram pages for any possible updates.

There will be many options to fill your hunger and quench your thirst!Food trucks:​Kipper Dippers - Sweet treatsKona Ice - Shaved ice with numerous flavorsMom's Touch - Southeast AsianPalenque - Mexican cuisinePota Madre - Norwegian street foodRibMasters - BBQSabor Queretano - Nicaraguan & Mexican cuisineVivre le Rêve - Gourmet breakfast food (Saturday morning only)Concessions:​McFarland Boy Scout Troop & Cub Scout Pack 53 (Saturday only)MGM Wrestling (Sunday only)McFarland Lions & Lioness ClubsPlus carnival food options within their designated area!​Please visit our schedule to see specific times food options will be available.

The Festival will take place rain or shine, but make sure to follow our Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.

Yes, but please make sure they are leashed (6-feet or less), well-behaved in large group settings, and that you pick up after them. Please refrain from bringing your dog within the main tent and/or vendor area.

Yes. The festival grounds are wheel-chair accessible. Handicap/accessible parking will be available near the intersection of Anthony Street and Main Street, just outside of Spartan Pizza.

We're always looking for volunteers to help throughout the year of planning as well as the weekend of the festival. Sign up online or contact us at mcfarlandfestival@gmail.com to get involved!

Indoor bathrooms will be available during regular business hours at E.D. Locke Public Library and the McFarland Municipal Center. Portable toilets and handwashing stations will be available on festival grounds.

Street parking will be available on most side streets all around the festival grounds, though we highly encourage those who are able to walk or bike! The Lutheran church, United Church of Christ, as well as the elementary school (CEPS) are great options as well. Handicap/accessible parking will be available near the intersection of Anthony Street and Main Street, just outside of Spartan Pizza.

Please visit our parade page to learn more. It is also located under the "Schedule" tab on the top of our website.