HICKORY RIDGE — Hickory Fest has released its full schedule of activities for the 2026 event.
Hickory Fest is set for Saturday, Oct. 24, at Hickory Ridge City Park. Opening ceremonies will begin at 10 a.m., followed by Jeff Epps at 10:30 a.m. and Consuming Fire at 11:30 a.m.
Kids’ games and door prizes will be held at 11:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. A hot dog eating contest is planned for 12:45 p.m., followed by a kids’ variety show at 1:15 p.m. and a duck calling contest at 1:45 p.m.
Bell time for One Hundred Wrestling is set for 2:30 p.m., with Cory and Stephanie Epps performing at 3:30 p.m.
The headliner is 2026 “American Idol” winner Hannah Harper at 5 p.m., with a fireworks finale at 6:30 p.m.
Other activities include balloon twisting, face painting, a hot rod car show, bouncy houses, a kids’ train, laser tag, a Nerf gun party, a gaming truck, a mechanical bull and a hot air balloon.
All activities are free. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. Food trucks and other vendors will also be available.
More information is available on the Hickory Fest Facebook page.
