Fayetteville’s Gingerbread Festival

December 4–6, 2026 | Downtown Fayetteville, WV

Nestled in the picturesque mountains of West Virginia, Fayetteville’s Gingerbread Festival invites you to step back in time and celebrate the holidays with small-town flair. Each December, our historic downtown is transformed into a whimsical candy land filled with gingerbread décor, twinkling lights, and festive cheer. Escape the hustle and bustle of the season and enjoy a magical holiday getaway with your family.

Come for the gingerbread, stay for the holiday magic! Whether you’re joining us for the parade, shopping for unique gifts, or savoring gingerbread treats, the Fayetteville Gingerbread Festival is the perfect way to celebrate the season.

Gingerbread Competition info coming soon!

Gingerbread Festival Competition

Get creative and start baking and making your gingerbread creations. Youth and adult divisions with prizes!

Gingerbread Decorating Contest Registration 

Gingerbread Festival Come Home For Christmas Parade 

The Gingerbread Christmas Parade will be Saturday, December 5th at 5pm. Lineup at Fayetteville PK-8 at 4:00PM.

Christmas Parade 2026 Paper Registration

Online Parade Registration 

Fayetteville Women’s Club Christmas Craft Show at the Memorial Building

Join 50+ Christmas Craft show vendors at the Memorial Building for the annual Fayetteville Women’s Club Christmas Craft Show. Its free to attend and door prizes will be raffled off throughout the event on Saturday December 5th 9am-4pm.

Christmas Craft Show Form 2026 Memorial Building Indoor Vendors

Gingerbread Festival Court Street Vendors

Bundle up and check out the Court Street Gingerbread Festival Vendors from 12pm-6pm on Saturday, December 5th.

Gingerbread form 2026Outdoor Vendors