HARVEST MOON FESTIVAL

The Harvest Moon Festival is an occasion close to our hearts, where we honor the rich traditions of harvest season, enlighten the community about its significance, and showcase a myriad of fall related products. This festival offers a platform for artisan vendors to exhibit and market their original and skilled handiwork. Vendor registration is first on this page then scroll down for more festival info. For any inquiries please reach out to the WCRC office at 304-424-7311.

2025 HARVEST MOON FESTIVAL

Saturday, September 20th

9AM – 7PM

 

If you are a non-food vendor interested in having a booth at the Harvest Moon Festival, please

fill out and submit the form below.

 

If you are a FOOD VENDOR planning to serve concessions please call 304-424-7311 for an application.

Harvest Moon Festival History

SINCE 1962

The Harvest Moon Festival began in 1962, when Lillian Reed stood beside the Parkersburg City Park pavilion with three baskets of dried flowers and a dream to celebrate the beauty of fall and the spirit of handmade craftsmanship. That day, the seeds of something beautiful were planted.

Inspired by her vision, Marie Weekley and Jackie Haycook continued Lillian’s floral artistry, while Bill Reed, a woodcarver and Marie’s father, along with Bill Roberts, a tinsmith, together helped grow the festival by inviting more local artisans to share their work.

What began as a modest gathering slowly transformed into a cherished tradition. Tents sprouted like mushrooms in the grass. The scent of woodsmoke and kettle corn filled the air. And every year, more people came—drawn by the charm of handmade goods, the laughter of children, and the sense of community that pulsed through the park like a heartbeat.

Eventually, Wood County Recreation stepped in to help carry the torch, ensuring the festival could grow without losing its roots.  This became a gateway of opportunity for the youth of the Mid-Ohio Valley. From fall-themed programs to performance showcases and hands-on workshops, the festival began planting seeds of inspiration in a new generation.

Now, decades later, the Harvest Moon Festival has evolved. Today you’ll find lively children’s activities, local bands, and interactive entertainment, nestled alongside booths still brimming with handcrafted woodwork, pottery, floral art, and creations preserving the artistry and history of Lillian Reed’s original vision.

HIGHLIGHT OF PREVIOUS YEAR’S EVENTS

COMMUNITY FOCUS

Welcoming thousands of visitors

each year to Parkersburg City Park,

the Harvest Moon Festival has

been a tradition since 1962.

  • Conversion Rate – 90%
  • VENDOR SALES – 95%
  • Social Following – 85%

FOOD VENDORS

CRAFT VENDORS

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

FESTIVAL ATTENDANCE