grape & fall festival

A beloved tradition for over 92 years, the St. James Grape & Fall Festival is a celebration of our community, heritage, and the grape harvest season! Enjoy a weekend filled with exciting carnival rides, a grand parade, live entertainment, delicious food, and, of course, plenty of local grapes. From craft vendors and grape stomping and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone. Join us for this unforgettable annual event!

Grapes, Grins & Good Times!

Celebrating 93 years!

September 10 - 12, 2026

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Carnival Rides

The Grape & Fall Festival wouldn’t be complete without the excitement of carnival rides! Each year, we work hard to keep this tradition alive by raising funds to bring rides to the festival. Your support helps ensure that the thrills, laughter, and memories continue for years to come. Consider making a donation to help us keep the carnival going strong—every contribution makes a difference!

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Queen Pageant

Fairground Vendor

Street Market

Cornhole tournament form

Parade

Exhibit Hall Entry Form

Payment link for GFF Street Market

FESTIVAL T-SHIRTS

Get your official 2026 Grape & Fall Festival T-Shirts!

Limited quantities available for purchase at the festival. See the Chamber tent for purchase while supplies last.

Schedule of Events

Thursday, Sept. 10

8 am - 7:30 pm Check in of 4-H/FFA Livestock Exhibits
3pm-5pm The 4-H Best Exhibit Tables set up (Rec Center)
4 - 7:30 pm Livestock weigh-in
5 pm Poultry and rabbit show
5 - 9 pm LWJ & 4H Exhibits open to public (Rec Center)
5 - 9 pm Flea Market
5-9pm Fairground vendors & Purple Lane
6 - 10 pm Carnival
6 - 9 pm Beer & Wine Garden (large pavillion)
6 pm Royalty Pageant (main Stage)
8 pm Concert: The Faster Horses (main stage)
Friday, Sept. 11

7:00 am Livestock Show Begins
1:00 pm Dairy Cattle/Beef Cattle
1 pm Gates open at festival grounds
1 - 9 pm LWJ and 4-H Exhibits open to public (Rec Center)
1-9 pm Flea Market
3:30 pm Kids Races (west field)
4 pm Duck Hunt by the St. James Police Department
5-7 pm Professional Dog Show (arena)
5 pm Fairground Vendors & Purple Lane
6 pm Cornhole Tournament (lg pavilion)
6 pm Bingo by Knights of Columbus ( Small pavilion)
6 - 9 pm Beer & Wine Garden (lg pavilion)
6 - 10 pm Carnival
7pm Team roping (arena)
8 pm Concert Jordan Isakson
Saturday, Sept. 12

9am Parade Line-up at Veterans Home
9 am - 3 pm Street Market ( East Washington Street)
10 am Parade judging at Veterans Home
11 am Parade
1 pm Buyers Luncheon (livestock barn)
1 - 9 pm LWJ and 4-H Exhibits open to public (Rec Center)
1 - 5 pm Carnival Matinee
1-9 pm Flea Market
2:30 pm Livestock sales (Livestock barn)
3 pm Fairground vendors
4 pm Grape Stomp by St. James Winery (sm. pavilion)
5 pm Bingo by Knights of Columbus (sm pavilion)
5 pm Ozark Spirit Cloggers (main stage)
6 - 10 pm Carnival
3 - 9 pm Beer & Wine Garden (lg pavilion)
7 pm Dog races (arena)
8 pm Concert: The House Band (main stage)
8 pm Livestock Release
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