Back for its 52nd year, the Chester Festival is presented by Chester Community Events Inc, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting a positive image of the Chester community and supporting its local agriculture and artistic roots. For the first time, this two-day family event will be held in one convenient location at Gateway Field, 637 VT Rt 103 North in Chester, Vermont, on September 19th and 20th, 2026. The event brings the community together to discover and support local talent, featuring a vibrant marketplace of handmade artisan goods, live music and family entertainment. Attendees can enjoy interactive demonstrations, face painting, and wagon rides, while supporting community non-profits who will be cooking up delicious food, hosting raffles, and selling merchandise to fund their missions.