The Nazareth Area Chamber, a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber, is thrilled to be hosting the annual Nazareth Fall Festival, in partnership with Vigilance Hose Co. #1, on Saturday, October 17th, 2026, from 2 PM – 5 PM (Rain or Shine). Get ready for a day filled with fall-themed fun for everyone!
The festivities will kick off with the return of the Nazareth Halloween Parade presented by, Vigilance Hose Co. #1 at 1 PM on Saturday, October 17th under the direction of Vigilance Hose Co. The Parade will start at Belvidere and Liberty Streets, travel west on Belvidere Street to Main Street. North on Main Street to the circle to East Center Street, ending at The Senior High School.
From 2 PM – 5 PM, the Nazareth Fall Festival will be in full swing on S. Main Street between Belvidere and Walnut Streets. With over 40 craft and artisan vendors, adult beverage and food vendors, musical performance from The Castaway Band from 2 PM – 4 PM, plus stein holding and ice cream holding competitions, pumpkin decorating, and more – there’s something for the entire family!
Jessica O’Donnell-Gower, EVP, Chambers of Commerce for the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, shared, “Fall in Nazareth is such a special time of year, and the Nazareth Fall Festival is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate everything that makes this town so special. From supporting local businesses to enjoying time with family, friends, and neighbors, this event showcases the energy, pride, and community spirit that make Nazareth such a great place to live, work, and visit.”
Stop by the Chamber Booth to pick up your children’s activities and trick-or-treat bags, thanks to our wonderful Children Activity Sponsors and Trick or Treat Bag Sponsors and be sure to visit the Wrenchtec booth for an interactive pumpkin craft! There will also be awards given for the most “Nazareth Spirit,” so come decked out in your Blue Eagle gear for your chance to win! Secret judges will be handing out prizes, thanks to our Nazareth Pride sponsors, during the festival for the most spirited individuals.
“This year’s Nazareth Fall Fest is a wonderful opportunity to bring our community together for an afternoon of family fun, local vendors, entertainment, and shopping right here in downtown Nazareth. We’re excited to create a fun fall tradition for the community while highlighting the incredible businesses and organizations that make Nazareth such a special place to be. We can’t wait to see everyone come out, enjoy the festivities, and support local,” said Emily Sewilo, Manager of the Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce.
Festival goers will have the opportunity to browse through a variety of crafters, artisan vendors, and local businesses that will fill S Main Street. Hungry? We have you covered as there will be ample food options to satisfy every taste bud. Food and beverage options include favorites such as Barley Creek Brewing Company, Beirut Bites, Easton Treatery, Easton Wine Project, Greek Street, Humpty’s Dumplings, LV Sweet Stuff, Mon and Mel’s Sweet Scoops, Nazareth Brew Co, Rollz & Bowlz, Rory Rooster, and Sweet + Dirty Mixers.
In addition to the festival’s vibrant marketplace, attendees are encouraged to explore the surrounding downtown and visit Nazareth’s local businesses throughout the day. From shopping and dining to discovering unique finds and local favorites, there are plenty of opportunities to explore all that downtown Nazareth has to offer while supporting the small businesses that help make the community so special.
Where: South Main Street in Nazareth, PA between Belvidere & Walnut Streets
Event Schedule:
- 1:00 PM: Nazareth Halloween Parade
- 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Music by The Castaway Band
- 4:15 PM – 4:25 PM: Men’s Stein Holding Competition
- 4:25 PM – 4:35 PM: Kid’s Ice Cream Holding Competition
- 4:35 PM – 4:45 PM: Women’s Stein Holding Competition Co
Pricing Information: The Nazareth Halloween Parade & Nazareth Fall Festival are free to attend. Vendors will be selling crafts, food, and beverages.
Ice Cream Holding Competitions: Parents that would like to sign up their children (ages 6-12) can do so at The Chamber’s Booth, located on S. Main St. near Emily’s Ice Cream and the stage, the day of the event. The competition is $5 to enter. The maximum number of competitors is 7. Prizes courtesy of Emily’s Ice Cream!
Stein Holding Competitions: The Men’s and Women’s Stein Holding Competitions are back! Attendees will be able to sign up on the day of the event at The Chamber’s Booth located on S. Main St. near Emily’s Ice Cream and the bandshell. The winner of each competition will receive a Stein filled with beer as their prize courtesy of Birthright Brewing Co.! The competition is $10 to enter. The maximum number of competitors is 11 per competition.
Sponsors:
- Spooktacular Sponsor: Heidelberg Materials
- Children’s Activity Sponsors: Keystone Financial Management, Wrenchtec, Mario Andretti
- Trick or Treat Bag Sponsor: Nazareth Mutual Insurance
- Nazareth Pride Prize Sponsor: Keystone Consulting Engineers
- Stein Holding Competition Sponsor: Birthright Brewing Co
- Ice Cream Holding Competition Sponsor: Emily’s Ice Cream
- Marketing Sponsor: Brown-Daub Chevy of Nazareth
- Main Street Sponsors: Fidelity Bank and J.P. Mascaro & Sons
- Comfort & Clean Station Sponsor: redbox+ Dumpster and People First
- Print Sponsor: FastSigns of Easton
- Halloween Parade Sponsor: Vigilance Hose Co
Food/Beverage Vendors:
Barley Creek Brewing Company, Beirut Bites, Birthright Brewing Co, Easton Treatery, Easton Wine Project, Greek Street, Humpty’s Dumplings, LV Sweet Stuff, Mon and Mel’s Sweet Scoops, Nazareth Brew Co, Rollz & Bowlz, Rory Rooster, Sweet + Dirty Mixers
Craft/Business Vendors:
A Bit of This + That, Action Karate of Nazareth, Active Learning Centers, Atlas Hearing Solutions, Color Street, Earth Transformed, eQuality 3D, ESSA Bank, Grace Bible Fellowship Church, Gracedale Nursing Home, Hometown Spark Permanent Jewelry, Lee’s Homemade, MacG Timber Designs, Matt-Hat Jerky, LLC, Nazareth Center for the Arts, Nazareth Economic Development Commission, Old Moon Books, One Family’s Treasures, R. Neave Jewelry, Remi Threadz, Revive Wellness, LLC, Saint Rocco’s Treats, The Portuguesa, ToxIQ Security LLC, Valley Stone Jewelry Co, Whisker and Yarn, Wrenchtec
More Information: Visit the Nazareth Area Chamber’s Facebook Event Page or website.
Information provided to TVL by:
Emily Sewilo
