Hippie Fest - North Carolina 2026

Hippie Fest is a family-friendly arts festival featuring vibrant entertainment for all ages. Everyone is invited! Coming to Rowan County Fairground in Salisbury, NC October 24 & 25, 2026. Featuring live music, bohemian shopping, vintage hippie car show, DIY tie-dye, giant bubble garden, sideshow performers, drum circles, kids activities, delicious food, and more. All ages welcome. Kids 10 and under free. It's groovy baby!

NOTE: Due to crowd size and parking limitations, all tickets must be reserved in advance at HippieFest.org. Limited tickets available. Tickets can be reserved at HippieFest.org.

Event Date:

Saturday October 24 and Sunday October 25, 2026 (rain or shine)

Festival Hours:

Noon - 7pm both days

Location:

Rowan County Fairground

1560 Julian Rd, Salisbury, NC 28146

Tickets must be reserved in advance through Eventbrite at HippieFest.org

Admission:

$25 single day tickets / $40 two-day tickets

Kids 10 & under free (no ticket necessary)

Tickets must be reserved in advance for this event. On-site camping is not available to guests.

Vendor Registration:

Find vendor info and the registration form at HippieFest.org/Vendor-Registration.

Vendor Registration Fee:

Single Space (10' x 10') - $250

Double Space (10' x 20') - $400

Food Vendor Fee - $350

Hippie Car Show Registration:

Do you or someone you know own a vintage Volkswagen or hippie bus? We want you to be part of the hippie car show at Hippie Fest! Free to participate. Fun prize categories and trophies for winners. More info at HippieFest.org/Car-Show. May the grooviest ride win!

Note: Hippie Fest is a rain or shine event. Ticket and vendor registration fees are non-refundable. Participant assume all risk and liability associated with participating in the event and release Hippie Fest, its organizers, and the venue from all liability for injury and/or property damage that may result.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Details vary for each festival date / location. Please check details for each festival.

Can tickets be purchased at the gate?

Tickets are sold in advance to plan for traffic, parking, and safety protocols. Tickets must be purchased in advance at HippieFest.org

Is camping available?

Guests are not permitted to camp at the festival site.

Are pets permitted?
No, for the safety of all guests, pets are not permitted.

When can guests arrive?

Gates open to guests at 11:45am both festival days.

What are the festival hours?

Festival hours are NOON - 7pm Saturday October 24, 2026 and NOON - 7pm Sunday October 25, 2026. Guests are permitted to be on the premises during festival hours only.

How much are kids tickets?

Kids ages 10 and under are free and do not need tickets. Anyone else needs their own admission ticket.

How do I sign up to become a vendor?

Vendor information and the registration form can be found at HippieFest.org/Vendor-Registration

Can I bring a lawn chair?

Yes, lawn chairs are encouraged :) Relax and enjoy the groovy entertainment!

Have other questions?

Please email [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!

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