Special Events

Gallatin Parks and Recreation aims to inspire a strong feeling of community by hosting several events every year. To get in on the excitement, explore our upcoming events and mark your calendar for these recurring festivities.

Food Truck Festival of Gallatin

Saturday, May 20, 2023

The Gallatin Parks & Recreation Department presents its inaugural Food Truck Festival of Gallatin! Come out and enjoy various food trucks and vendors, fun activities, music, and community time!

If you are interested in becoming a food vendor or sponsor for our event, please send an email to our Marketing Director Jenna Maddox at jenna.maddox@gallatintn.gov.

View the list of 2023 vendors here.

Kids Fishing Derby

Saturday of the first full week in June

Local youth ages 5 to 16 are invited to test their fishing skills, win awards and participate in our prize giveaway at this fun, free event! You can sign up for this event by filling out an application and sending it to the Gallatin Civic Center.

Please email Tatum Pryor for more information. 


Pawpalooza Pet Festival & Pool Party

Second Saturday in September

Calling all pet lovers & pet owners! Come celebrate your furry friends with a fun festival with vendors, food and live music! There will also be a pool party for dogs at our outdoor pool!

If you are interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor for our event, please send an email to our Marketing and Events Coordinator Jenna Maddox at jenna.maddox@gallatintn.gov. Give a listen to our friends at MIX 92.9 and come see them at Pawpalooza!

Food Truck Festival of Gallatin LOGO
Fishing Derby FLYER 2023
Pawpalooza Pet Festival & Pool Party LOGO

Christmas Harvest Craft Show

Saturday before Thanksgiving

A long time tradition in the city of Gallatin. This craft extravaganza is always held the third Saturday in November. The community is invited to shop and mingle at GCC’s Christmas Harvest Craft Show. It’s a local tradition you don’t want to miss at the Gallatin Civic Center.

Please email Tatum Pryor for more information on how to apply to be a vendor.

Christmas Harvest Craft Show

Letter From Santa

Mid-November through mid-December 

Your child can sign up to receive a personal letter from Santa! Drop by the GCC to let Santa’s elves know you’d like to join in the fun. Your child can fill out a Santa Letter Form.






Helpful Resources

For more information on the events listed above, email Marketing & Events Coordinator Jenna Maddox.

Santa Letter web