Calling All Vendors, Performers, and Educational Demonstrations!

Garlic Fest 2025: Join the Celebration!
We’re gearing up for our biggest and best garlic festival yet! With over 3,000 attendees last year and plans for even more, this is your chance to shine. Join us at Ross Park Zoo on August 30, 2025, from 11am-5pm (rain or shine!).

Vendors, secure your spot! Apply here: Vendor Application
Showcase your products to garlic lovers across the Southern Tier! Note: Vendor spots are 10′ x 10′ and if you need additional space, you will need to reserve 2 vendor spots.

Prices:
Non-food vendor- $75
Ready-to-eat food vendor- $150
Food Truck- $200

Entertainers, bring the energy! Apply here: Performer/Entertainer Application
We’re seeking talented singers, dancers, and performers to create a lively atmosphere.

Garlic Gurus, share your expertise! Apply here: Demonstration Application
We’re looking for demonstrators to showcase garlic braiding, cooking with garlic, garlic growing techniques, and more.

 Questions? Call Mary Neufeld at 607-726-9419 ext 205 or email at mneufeld@americancivic.com

Save the Date!

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Join our 21st Annual Garlic Festival! Doors open at 10:00am and the festivities will go on until 4:00pm- Live entertainment, garlicky foods, crafts, home-grown garlic and so much more!

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