Get ready for one of Germantown’s most anticipated community celebrations! Germantown October Fest returns on Saturday, October 10, 2026, bringing together residents, businesses, artists, cultural organizations, and visitors from across the region for a full day of entertainment, food, art, culture, and family fun.
Hosted by the Germantown Town Center Initiative and the Gaithersburg-Germantown UpCounty Chamber of Commerce, October Fest celebrates the diversity, creativity, and community spirit that make Germantown such a vibrant place to live, work, and play.
New for 2026: The G.A.M.E. African Market: This year, October Fest proudly welcomes The G.A.M.E. (The Great African Market Experience), one of the DMV’s premier African cultural marketplaces. Visitors can explore African fashion, art, handcrafted goods, food, music, and cultural experiences representing communities from across Africa and the diaspora.
Festival Highlights
Businesses, artists, food vendors, organizations, performers, sponsors, volunteers, and community members are invited to take part in this year’s celebration.
Applications and sign-ups are available for:
Whether you want to showcase your business, sell your products, represent your organization, perform, volunteer, sponsor, or simply enjoy the day with family and friends, there is a place for you at Germantown October Fest.
Volunteers receive complimentary food vouchers as a thank-you for their service.
