Gainesville Fall Foodie Fest

Your weekend plans just got tastier with free admission, all weekend long.

Gainesville Fall Foodie Fest

Date: October 24, 2026 - October 25, 2026Time: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PMVenue: Oaks MallAddress: 6419 New Berry Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32605

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Oh yeah! You can bring the whole family

This event is built for every generation to enjoy — a place where kids can explore new flavors, parents can kick back and enjoy the excitement, and the whole crew can share a day packed with energy, music, and incredible food.

With bold bites, friendly competition, and a lively festival atmosphere, it’s the kind of outing that turns into a family tradition.

Food, Shopping, Connection

At Saturday Shoppes, every event brings together the best of food, shopping, and community fun in one vibrant, family‑friendly space.

From mouthwatering bites crafted by local food vendors to unique treasures from small businesses and artisans, each festival is a celebration of creativity, culture, and connection.

Calling all food and dessert lovers! The Gainesville Fall Foodie Fest takes over Oaks Mall for two full days of incredible food, live music, and local vendors. Whether you're craving savory bites or something sweet, this festival has it all.

What to Expect

Stroll through a lineup of food trucks and vendors serving up everything from tacos to burgers to sweet treats, all while enjoying live music and a lively festival atmosphere. It's a free, family-friendly event with plenty of food and fun for everyone — come hungry and stay for the vibes.

  • 🌮 Food trucks & vendors
  • 🍰 Something for dessert lovers too
  • 🎶 Live music
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Free, family-friendly fun
  • 📅 Two full days — Sat & Sun

Location Information

Gainesville Fall Foodie Fest

If you would like to be a vendor, use the options below to register and submit payment. Only 1 registration required per booth, there is no application.
After checkout, we will automatically send you several emails with the QR code ticket and other important information.

Registrations

The numbers below include tickets for this event already in your cart. Clicking "Get Tickets" will allow you to edit any existing attendee information as well as change ticket quantities.
Rib Vendors / Trucks - Day 1 (10-24-26)
MUST SERVE RIBS. For food trucks and food vendors who prepare and cook food onsite only. This ticket is not valid for vendors selling prepackaged, shelf-stable, or ready-made goods.
$ 150.00
Rib Vendors / Trucks - Day 2 (10-25-26)
MUST SERVE RIBS. For food trucks and food vendors who prepare and cook food onsite only. This ticket is not valid for vendors selling prepackaged, shelf-stable, or ready-made goods.
$ 150.00
Information Only Vendors - Day 1 (10-24-26)
For nonprofits, medical offices, and vendors that do not sell goods.
$ 55.00
Information Only Vendors - Day 2 (10-25-26)
For nonprofits, medical offices, and vendors that do not sell goods.
$ 55.00
Product Vendors - Day 1 (10-24-26)
For vendors offering prepackaged goods or products, including crafts, apparel, art, accessories, and specialty merchandise. No cooking or preparing food onsite.
$ 65.00
Product Vendors - Day 2 (10-25-26)
For vendors offering prepackaged goods or products, including crafts, apparel, art, accessories, and specialty merchandise. No cooking or preparing food onsite.
$ 65.00
Other Food Vendors / Trucks - Day 1 (10-24-26)
For food trucks and food vendors who prepare and cook food onsite only. This ticket is not valid for vendors selling prepackaged, shelf-stable, or ready-made goods.
$ 150.00
Other Food Vendors / Trucks - Day 2 (10-25-26)
For food trucks and food vendors who prepare and cook food onsite only. This ticket is not valid for vendors selling prepackaged, shelf-stable, or ready-made goods.
$ 150.00
Baked Goods Vendors - Day 1 (10-24-26)
For vendors selling baked goods prepared offsite, such as cakes, cookies, pastries, breads, and other non‑fried or non‑cooked‑onsite items.
$ 65.00
0 available
Sold Out
Baked Goods Vendors - Day 2 (10-25-26)
For vendors selling baked goods prepared offsite, such as cakes, cookies, pastries, breads, and other non‑fried or non‑cooked‑onsite items.
$ 65.00
Paparazzi Consultant - Day 1 (10-24-26)
We only allow a limited number of consultants at the market. First come, first serve.
$ 65.00
1 available
Paparazzi Consultant - Day 2 (10-25-26)
We only allow a limited number of consultants at the market. First come, first serve.
$ 65.00
1 available
Lemonade Vendors - Day 1 (10-24-26)
If you prepare lemonade, this is the only category allowed to sell lemonade!
$ 125.00
0 available
Sold Out
Lemonade Vendors - Day 2 (10-25-26)
If you prepare lemonade, this is the only category allowed to sell lemonade!
$ 125.00
0 available
Sold Out
Italian Ice / Slush Vendors - Day 1 (10-24-26)
If you prepare frozen ices or drinks exclusively.
$ 125.00
0 available
Sold Out
Italian Ice / Slush Vendors - Day 2 (10-25-26)
If you prepare frozen ices or drinks exclusively.
$ 125.00
1 available
Jewelry Vendors - Day 1 (10-24-26)
If you sell jewelry, we limit the number of vendors per location.
$ 65.00
Jewelry Vendors - Day 2 (10-25-26)
If you sell jewelry, we limit the number of vendors per location.
$ 65.00
Cigar Vendor - Day 1 (10-24-26)
$ 65.00
0 available
Sold Out
Cigar Vendor - Day 2 (10-25-26)
$ 65.00
0 available
Sold Out

Vendors: Please check your junk folder for a receipt and information after registering. Contact the help center if you are missing a receipt, QR code ticket, or have any questions BEFORE the day of the event!

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Vendor Signup

Need help or have a question that you need answered? Visit the Help Center where you can read the frequently asked questions and contact support.

The cost to be a vendor varies by location and type of vendor. Generally, it costs between $50-150, see the event page for more. Payment is for each BOOTH, not per person.

We do not offer refunds on booth registrations. This includes incidents due to weather, transportation, or personal issues. We allow registrations to be transferred to future events at the same location in the same calendar year for no fee with 3-day prior notice of the event date.

You need to bring all required supplies for your booth. We do not provide tents, tables, chairs, water, or electricity. This event is outdoors. Bring a tent, the maximum size is 10×10.

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Any vendor can directly register for events. All events are first-come, first-served. Please contact us with questions before registering as these purchases are non-refundable.

Setup time is 3 hours BEFORE the event start time with a 1-hour gap. Ex: If the event time starts at 12, setup would be 9-11.