# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! Festival Saturday! 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Celebrate the Glorious Return of the Waldensians to their home valleys at the 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! 

Festival Saturday will kick off with the Waldensian Footrace, LPDA Regional Bocce Tournament, and over 140 specialty vendors lining Main Street! Browse unique crafts and goods, including all your favorite street foods: kettle corn, funnel cakes, chicken on a stick, snow cones, gyros, turkey legs, cotton candy and more! Cool down at the FREE Kidz Zone and enjoy multiple bouncy houses, obstacle courses and the water slide! 

Festival Main Stage will feature a variety of live entertainment throughout the day and historic attractions will be hosting special tours. Be sure to stop by the Waldensian Heritage Museum and the Trail of Faith for an in depth look at the fascinating history of the Waldensian people. Venture down to the Old Rock School to view submissions for the RSAF Open Art Competition and cast your vote for the People's Choice Award. The Piedmont and Western Railroad Museum will be open from 9-4:00- come explore the largest indoor railroad display in North Carolina! Enjoy the final performance of the outdoor drama "From This Day Forward" at the Fred B. Cranford Amphitheatre to see the story of the Waldensians brought to life! 

Entertainment Lineup Coming Soon...Stay Tuned!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valdese/51st-annual-waldensian-festival-festival-saturday/200029048100832
- **Event Categories**: festivals, art, contests, performances, sports, theatre, trips-adventures, entertainment, tournaments, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 295

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Valdese
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Downtown Valdese
- **lat**: 35.743333333333
- **long**: -81.558611111111
- **full address**: Downtown Valdese, 320 Main St E, Valdese, NC 28690-2812, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! Festival Saturday!  being held?
  - **A:** 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! Festival Saturday!  takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Downtown Valdese, 320 Main St E, Valdese, NC 28690-2812, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! Festival Saturday! ?
  - **A:** 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! Festival Saturday!  is organized by Town of Valdese.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! Festival Saturday!  is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Valdese, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 290+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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