Hippie Fest 2026 – Salisbury NC

Hippie Fest 2026 takes place October 24 and 25, 2026, at Rowan County Fairground in Salisbury, NC. This family-friendly arts festival features live music, bohemian shopping, a vintage hippie car show, DIY tie-dye, giant bubble garden, sideshow performers, drum circles, kids activities, and food. Festival hours are noon to 7 p.m. both days. Kids ages 10 and under receive free admission. Tickets must be reserved in advance at HippieFest.org. The vintage Volkswagen and hippie bus car show is free to participate, with trophies awarded to winners. Vendor registration is available at HippieFest.org/Vendor-Registration. Lawn chairs are encouraged. Pets are not permitted. This is a rain or shine event.