About This Festival

The Warm Glow Fall Festival is an annual family-friendly event held at the Warm Glow Candle Company property in Centerville, Indiana, typically on the last full weekend of September. In 2025, it will take place on September 27-28, running from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Saturday and 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sunday.

The event features 100+ outdoor vendors offering a wide variety of crafts, artisan goods, antiques, handmade items, and seasonal produce like pumpkins, mums, and gourds. There are also 12+ food trucks serving diverse food options. Visitors can enjoy a beer garden, wine tasting, and food sampling. For families, there are free bounce houses and activities like a maze, as well as live chainsaw carving demonstrations and local art displays.

The festival atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming with ample free parking over 6+ acres and free trolley service on site for convenience. The event is fully handicapped accessible. Inside the Warm Glow Candle Company store, visitors can explore a wide selection of candles, including seasonal and unique scents, and benefit from special sales such as a 50% off tent sale during the festival.

Regarding the vibe, it is a warm, autumnal celebration highlighting local craftsmanship, food, and community spirit, suitable for families, couples, and visitors of all ages. The festival encourages exploration of art and seasonal decor in a relaxed outdoor setting, combined with engaging activities for children.

Typical Festival Activities and Features:

  • Over 100 vendors selling handcrafted, seasonal, vintage, and artisan products
  • Food trucks with diverse culinary offerings
  • Beer garden and wine tasting areas for adults
  • Free bounce houses and a maze for children
  • Chainsaw carving demonstrations
  • Art displays and local information booths
  • Warm Glow Candle Company in-store sales and candle shopping
  • Free parking and shuttle/trolley service across the festival grounds

Rough Schedule (Both Days):

  • 9:00 AM – Festival opens to public
  • Throughout the day: Vendor booths open
  • Food Trucks & Beer Garden open throughout the day
  • Kids’ activities and bounce houses available all day
  • Wine tasting and food sampling ongoing during daylight hours
  • 6:00-7:00 PM – Festival closes (Sun at 6 PM, Sat at 7 PM)

Location:

Warm Glow Candle Company
2131 N Centerville Rd
Centerville, IN 47330

History and Founding:

The Warm Glow Fall Festival has been held annually at the Warm Glow Candle Company for many years, growing into a beloved local tradition marking the start of autumn. It began as a celebration to showcase local artisans and the candle company’s products in a festive environment, expanding over time to include food vendors, family activities, and live demonstrations, making it a significant cultural event in Wayne County’s fall calendar.

The event is organized by the Warm Glow Candle Company, a well-known regional business that specializes in unique scented candles and home decor. Over the years, the festival has become not only a shopping destination but also a community gathering spot celebrating the season’s joys with music, food, craft vendors, and family entertainment.

For more information, visitors can contact the event at (765) 855-5483 or visit the Warm Glow Candle Company’s website and social media pages.