Golden Heritage Days
We are so excited to bring back one of the community’s most-loved events!
Join us Saturday, September 26 and Sunday September 27, 2026 for the return of Golden Heritage Days!
Vendors
Vendor Registration is NOW OPEN for Golden Heritage Days 2026!
Food Vendors
Craft Vendors
Businesses
Nonprofit Organizations
Applications are due by September 18, 2026, or when all vendor spaces are full.
This is a Rain or Shine event. No electricity or water will be provided. Food vendors must obtain the required City of Princeton permit before payment will be accepted. Vendor spaces are not reserved until your completed application has been approved.
All vendor applications can be emailed to downtownprincetondirector@outlook.com or dropped off or mailed to 127 N Hart Street Princeton, IN 47670Volunteers Wanted
If you would like to volunteer for a couple of hours or more, we would love to have you! Simply fill out this FORM, and we will be in contact.
GOLDEN HERITAGE DAYS 2026
Saturday, September 26 & Sunday, September 27, 2026
Downtown Princeton, Indiana | Courthouse Square
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
HERITAGE FEUD
Hosted by Bobby G. from MY 105.3
Ten teams will go head-to-head in a Family Feud-style competition, battling it out for bragging rights- and a chance to win money for a great cause!
Each team will represent their favorite charity and compete to see who can come out on top.
👥 10 Teams
👥 5 People per Team
💰 $25 Entry Fee All Proceeds Benefit Your Chosen Charity
🏆 WINNING TEAM = $500 FOR THEIR CHARITY!
Sign up HERE
12:30 PM
CALZONE EATING CHALLENGE
Ten contestants will attempt to conquer a 5-pound, 20-inch calzone from Susan Bobe’s Pizza.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
GOLDEN HERITAGE DAYS PAGEANTS
- 2:00 PM — Mini Miss | Ages 3–5
- 2:30 PM — Little Miss | Ages 6–8
- 3:00 PM — Junior Miss | Ages 9–12
- 3:30 PM — Teen Miss | Ages 13–15
- 4:00 PM — Miss | Ages 16–18
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
BRASS RING NORTH BEER GARDEN
Located in the Pocket Park. Beer, wine, and seltzers will be available.
21+ only.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
THE HONEY VINES
The Honey Vines are an acoustic duo weaving rich harmonies, heartfelt lyrics, and a soulful blend of original songs and uniquely reimagined covers.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
THE BROADWAY PLAYERS HERITAGE DAYS TALENT SHOWCASE
A community talent showcase presented by The Broadway Players.
2:00 PM
GOLDEN HERITAGE DAYS 5K
Presented in partnership with 3C Therapy & Wellness.
5:00 PM
GOLDEN HERITAGE DAYS CONCLUDES
WEEKEND-LONG ENTERTAINMENT
JACOB CLOUTIER — TROUBADOUR
Enjoy live music throughout the weekend from local troubadour Jacob Cloutier, adding music and atmosphere throughout Golden Heritage Days.
DUNK TANK – Get ready to dunk some of your favorite community members for charity!
ALL WEEKEND
Throughout the weekend, visitors can shop unique craft vendors, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and step back in time while experiencing Golden Heritage Days around the beautiful courthouse square in Downtown Princeton, Indiana.
Sponsorships
Sponsorships are available. Your support is helping bring this beloved community festival back to life in Downtown Princeton, and we couldn’t do it without you! For sponsorship package information, please email: Kelly@gibsoncountyin.org
You can also call the Gibson County Visitors and Tourism Bureau for sponsorship info: 812.385.0999
2026 Sponsors
Miss Golden Heritage Days
Packet pickup will be at Princeton Public Library