When and where is the Tusculum Old Oak Festival?
The Old Oak Festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, 2026. It will be located in the Scott Niswonger Commons and in Pioneer Arena on the gorgeous campus of Tusculum University.
How much does the festival cost?
The cost is free for guests. The cost for artisans and other product vendors is a $75 flat registration fee for an outdoor 10×10 space or $80 flat registration fee for an indoor 10×10 space. Tusculum Alumni receive a discounted price for 10×10 space of $50 flat registration fee. The cost for food vendors and box trailer vendors is a $120 flat registration fee. There is no charge for entertainment at the Old Oak Festival. The cost for Authors’ Row vendors is a $50 flat registration fee for a 6×6 space. The cost for those entering in the Old Oak Show and Shine car show is $10 per vehicle.
Can I be vendor?
Absolutely! Please review the vendor registration information before filling out the registration form. This needs to be filled out and payment submitted before April 11. No spaces will be reserved without payment.
What kinds of music will be featured?
On Saturday and Sunday, we will feature a variety of musical genres. If you are interested in performing, please review the information available here: Entertainment ⋆ TUSCULUM UNIVERSITY
Will there be food?
YES!!! A variety of food vendors will be set up during the Old Oak Festival. We invite you to come out and enjoy all of the delicious food provided by these vendors.
Will there be children’s activities?
We have lots of exciting activities planned all weekend, including the Kiddie Korner. Further details are forthcoming.
Who can I contact about the festival?
All questions or comments can be addressed to All questions or comments can be addressed to Melissa Bryant (Old Oak Festival Co-Chair –
mebryant@tusculum.edu – 423-636-7407) or Greg Fay (Old Oak Festival Co-Chair –
gfay@tusculum.edu – 423-636-5093).
Restrictions
No pets, except service animals, are allowed on the campus of Tusculum University. We do not permit smoking, alcoholic beverages, guest coolers or parking in the grass.
