2 minutes | Friday, October 10, 2025
In this episode, we’re diving into one of Evansville’s biggest and most beloved traditions—the West Side Nut Club Fall Festival. Every October, Franklin Street transforms into a bustling stretch of food, fun, and community spirit, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors from across the region. From chocolate-covered crickets to brain sandwiches, the festival’s more than 130 nonprofit food booths offer some of the most creative—and occasionally wild—menu items you’ll ever find. But beyond the food, it’s the heart of the event that makes it special. The week is packed with parades, live music, carnival rides, and school spirit competitions, all fueled by volunteerism and hometown pride. Join us as we explore the sights, sounds, and stories that make the Fall Festival an Evansville legend—and hear from locals who know what it really means to be part of this one-of-a-kind celebration.