Appalachian Herb and Handcrafter’s Festival

Appalachian Herb and Handcrafters Festival
November 8, 2025 | Grayson City Park | Grayson, KY
Tagline: Celebrating Makers, Mindfulness, and Mountain Living

Press Release Summary
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

A Celebration of Heritage, Herbal Wisdom, and Handmade Traditions Comes to Grayson This Fall
Grayson, KY – The Appalachian Herb and Handcrafters Festival is a one-day community celebration spotlighting the rich cultural roots of the Appalachian region through herbalism, traditional crafts, holistic living, and family-centered activities.

On Saturday, November 8, 2025, the beautiful Grayson City Park will transform into a vibrant gathering space for herbalists, makers, artists, musicians, and families to connect with their roots—and each other.

With interactive workshops, local vendors, craft demos, traditional folk music, family activities, food trucks, and community spaces, this event offers something for everyone.

This is more than a market, it’s a movement.

Festival Highlights
Marketplace of Makers
Featuring handcrafted goods, natural products, herbal remedies, and local Appalachian art.

Herbal + Holistic Workshops
From salve-making to flower drying—learn hands-on skills rooted in regional traditions.

Craft Demos & Heritage Skills
Watch live demonstrations of age-old Appalachian handcrafts and holistic practices.

Wonder Kids Village
A nature-based play space with crafts, storytime, sensory activities, and more.

Live Music & Folk Performances
Enjoy local and regional talent playing traditional Appalachian tunes throughout the day. The evening will conclude with a Locals Talent Show.

Local Food Trucks
Delicious options for all tastes and diets—grab a bite and stay all day!

Target Audience
Nature lovers & herbalists

Families & homeschoolers

Local artisans & crafters

Eco-conscious & wellness communities

Small businesses & community leaders

Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Location: Grayson City Park, Grayson, KY

Admission: Free and open to the public

Hosted by:

Walking on Sunshine Spa & Shoppe

Eat Wild Appalachia

Wonder Kids

Wolfe Lashes & Beauty

Sponsored in part by: Grayson Tourism (Explore Grayson KY)

Media & Sponsorship Contact
Sabrina McWhorter
appalachianherbandhandcrafters@gmail.com
606-939-1707

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Hashtags: #AppalachianHerbFest #GatheredInCommunity #EatWildAppalachia #GraysonisGrowing

Join Us!
We invite you to celebrate the beauty and resilience of Appalachian heritage. Whether you join us as a visitor, vendor, sponsor, or storyteller, you are an essential part of this growing movement.

Applications Are Now Open!
If you’re a maker, herbalist, artist, or handcrafter, this is your invitation to share your gifts with our vibrant community.

Apply Below:
Vendor Application
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Demonstrator Application
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Food Truck Application
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Application Deadline: August 18, 2025 Don’t delay!

Why We’re Gathering
To foster connection, celebrate the legacy of our land, and support a creative, healthy, and rooted community. Come be a part of something special.