Fall Fest 2026
Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 11:00 AM–2:00 PM · 2601 Herr Street, Harrisburg, PA 17103 · Free and open to everyone
Fall Fest is Thrive Center for Independent Living's community resource fair and celebration — a day built to connect individuals and families with the organizations, resources, and support that make a difference long after the event ends. Thrive is one of the only disability resource centers in the Central PA area. Fall Fest brings community members, families, service providers, and local businesses together in one place, so no one has to search for help alone.
What to Expect
Local organizations and resource tables you can talk to directly. Food, music, and activities for the whole family. Giveaways throughout the day. The Thrive Passport — visit participating tables and collect stamps along the way. Care bags with practical items, available while supplies last. The event is free, family-friendly, and open to all ages and abilities. Accessible parking and building access are available on-site.
Come as You Are
Whether you're looking for resources, meeting your neighbors, or just here for the food and music, Fall Fest is for you.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: 2601 Herr Street, Harrisburg, PA 17103
Cost: Free
Register ahead so we know how many care bags, activity supplies, and seats to have ready. It takes about a minute, and there's no cost.
Accessible parking and building access are available on-site.
Vendors
Reserve a table and connect directly with families, individuals, and service providers from across our five-county service area. Booth cost: $50. Deadline to reserve: October 1, 2026. Your table could be the reason a family finds the support they've been searching for. Three ways to reserve your booth:
Pay by card online — Reserve and Pay Your Booth Fee.
Pay in person — stop by our Harrisburg office at 2601 Herr Street.
Mail a check— send to Thrive Center for Independent Living, 2601 Herr Street, Harrisburg, PA 17103.
Questions? Contact us at 717-731-1900 or jgarcia@thrivecil.org.
Sponsors
Partner with Thrive to help make Fall Fest possible. Sponsorship provides the resources, activities, and connections that make this day meaningful for attendees. Learn About Sponsorships Contact us at 717-731-1900 or jgarcia@thrivecil.org to talk through sponsorship options.
Donate
Fall Fest care bags go home with the families who attend, and we need your help filling them. We're collecting personal care items, winter wear, school and art supplies, family games, and household essentials now through early October.
Ways to give:
Drop off in person — bring items to our Harrisburg office at 2601 Herr Street. Contact Jahlysa Garcia to coordinate a time, or stop by during business hours 9 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday.
Shop our Amazon wishlist — pick an item, and it ships straight to our office. Shop the Fall Fest Registry
Questions about what's needed or where to bring it? Reach us at 717-731-1900 or office@thrivecil.org.
Questions?
Reach out anytime at 717-731-1900 or office@thrivecil.org.
Together, We Thrive.
