LAKEWOOD – Downtown Lakewood will come alive with seasonal sights, sounds and flavors when the Lakewood Area Chamber of Commerce presents its 14th annual Festi-Fall celebration Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Several members of this year’s Festi-Fall committee were part of the original group that started the event. Since then, the celebration has grown into a popular community tradition featuring shopping, food, wine tastings and entertainment throughout downtown Lakewood.
More than 70 vendors will offer handmade goods, antiques and unique merchandise. Festivalgoers can browse jewelry, rugs, jams, paintings, photography, ceramics, metal art, wood carvings, quilted items and a variety of other crafts.
Live music has always helped distinguish Festi-Fall from traditional craft shows. Musicians will perform at businesses throughout the downtown area during this year’s celebration.
The entertainment lineup includes Pat Lowery at WoodPickers, performing mostly country and classic rock; Dan Flannery at Nicolet Pharmacy, featuring music from the 1970s, classic country, Americana and fingerstyle guitar; and JT Crocker at Sweet Memories Candy Shoppe, offering an acoustic mix with something for everyone.
JB Demille will perform rock and original music at Northern Perks Coffee Shop and Frame of Mind Gallery & Boutique while Bill Ziegler will perform on saxophone at Joan White’s Nicolet Studio. Dominic Villasenor will entertain visitors at the green banana with classic jazz, original music and old-school favorites.
Festivalgoers will also have plenty of food choices. Four food trucks will serve Mexican food, barbecue, international cuisine and sandwiches. Several community nonprofit organizations will offer soups, brats and burgers, while the popular “Pie Ladies” will sell homemade treats. Wine tastings will also be available.
Festi-Fall provides residents and visitors with an opportunity to enjoy autumn entertainment while supporting local vendors, artists, nonprofit organizations and downtown businesses.
Admission is free, and the event will be held rain or shine. Parking areas and public restrooms will be available in the downtown area. Click HERE for a map of the downtown area.
With live music, food, wine tastings, handcrafted items and activities spread throughout downtown, Festi-Fall promises festive fun around every corner—and plenty of opportunities for visitors to get their steps in while exploring Lakewood.
Photo Credit: Eric Linssen
Published on: Aug 27, 2026 at 9:32 am