# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 39th Annual Cotton Ginning Days Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Exhibitors from all over the southeast will convene in Dallas, North Carolina on October 9 through 11, 2026 for the annual 'crank-up' of antique steam and gasoline engines and tractors. In addition to the engine show, many activities are planned to include amusement rides, heritage arts area, handmade craft vendors, food vendors, live music and more! So, mark your calendars and plan to join GAMTRA and Gaston County Parks and Recreation Department as we present Cotton Ginning Days.


Free admission and parking.

Shuttle will run Saturday from 10am until 5pm from Gaston College for overflow parking.


Hundreds of Crafters, Artisan Market vendors, engine displays, Heritage village demonstrations, and exhibitors happening throughout the three-day festival. (Application details below)


Saturday only activities:
Amusement rides - CASH ONLY


Live Music: Schedule to come, music will be in a new location near the amusement rides. 


Parade of Power & Tractor Rodeos:

Friday the Parade of Power will exit Dallas Park at 9am and travel through Dallas downtown. The Tractor Rodeo will begin at 3pm, holding 3 events on Friday.

Saturday the Parade of Power will begin at 1:30pm and travel through festival grounds. The Tractor Rodeo will begin at 3pm, holding 3 events on Saturday.


Mark your calendars, more details to come! 


VENDOR APPLICATION STATUS & INFORMATION:

Craft Vendor Applications: FULL
Artisan Market Vendor Applications: https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=45394
Specialty Food Vendor Applications: Not yet available
Food Vendor Applications: Not yet available
Exhibitor Applications: Coming soon
Heritage Arts Applications: Coming soon
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dallas/39th-annual-cotton-ginning-days-festival/200029777495229
- **Event Categories**: festivals, music, parades, rodeo, live-music, entertainment, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2905

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Dallas
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC, United States, North Carolina 28034
- **lat**: 35.31496
- **long**: -81.19727
- **full address**: 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC, United States, North Carolina 28034

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 39th Annual Cotton Ginning Days Festival being held?
  - **A:** 39th Annual Cotton Ginning Days Festival takes place on Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC, United States, North Carolina 28034.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 39th Annual Cotton Ginning Days Festival?
  - **A:** 39th Annual Cotton Ginning Days Festival is organized by Gaston County Parks & Recreation.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 39th Annual Cotton Ginning Days Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dallas, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 2,900+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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