october, 2026

N. GA Fried Pickle Festival

sat03oct(oct 3)10:00 amsun04(oct 4)4:00 pmN. GA Fried Pickle FestivalPurchase Tickets Below!

Event Details

Date and Time: October 3-4, 2026  Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm & Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm EST VIP ENTRY: 9:00 am Location: North Georgia Fairgrounds – 500 Legions Dr. Dalton, GA 30720 Description:
Classic dill pickles, fried pickles, pickle popcorn, pickle lemonade, pickle scented chap stick & body products, pickle dogs, pickle dips, pickle salsa, pickle cotton candy, pickle-themed jewelry, pickle-themed t-shirts, & SO MUCH MORE!
Enjoy shopping over 200 craft & commercial vendors, food vendors, petting zoo, pony rides, inflatables, trackless train rides, face painting, games, entertainment, and more! Worried about crowds? Purchase a VIP tickets for early entry!
VIP – $25 early entry @ 9:00 am with a FREE PICKLE goodie bag!

PURCHASE VIP TICKETS HERE

Pickle Juice Drinking Contest Saturday @ 1:00 pm
Pickle Eating Contest Sunday @ 1:00 pm
Contestant must be at least 18 years old to participate. Sign up here: https://touchtheskyevents.com/contact-us/

$10 General admission tickets available at the gate!
Event hours: Saturday 10am – 5pm / Sunday 10am – 4pm

Time

3 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 4 (Sunday) 4:00 pm

Location

N. Georgia Fairgrounds

500 Legions Dr. Dalton, GA 30720

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