Fall Fest: A Celebration of Creative Entrepreneurs

A community festival showcasing local artists, makers, and entrepreneurs with vendors and creative activities.

Fall Fest: A Celebration of Creative Entrepreneurs is StepUp Durham’s inaugural community festival celebrating Durham’s creative economy and the artists, makers, designers, artisans, and entrepreneurs who make it thrive. Hosted at Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Fall Fest will bring together creators, neighbors, supporters, and visitors for an afternoon and evening centered on creativity, entrepreneurship, connection, and community. We want Fall Fest to introduce talented local creatives to a broad and diverse audience, creating opportunities to be seen, build new connections, grow their customer base, and sell their work. Just as importantly, we want participation to be accessible. There is NO FEE to participate, and selling vendors KEEP 100% of their sales! We’re now inviting artists, artisans, makers, designers, entrepreneurs, and other creative businesses to apply as selling vendors or exhibiting artists. Whether you’re building an established business, growing something new, or simply ready to put your work in front of a larger audience, we’d love to hear from you. Come discover what Durham creates, meet the people behind the work, and help us celebrate the talent, ambition, and entrepreneurial spirit that make our community extraordinary.