31 years of fun

Since the early 90s, the Waldo Fall Festival has brought good vibes, music, and fun for all to the neighborhood to celebrate what makes Waldo so wonderful - and weird.

As the festival evolves, you can experience local vendors of all varieties, meet Waldo businesses, taste different food trucks, and even enjoy an adult beverage. See you there!

  • Stay cool with snacks & food for all

    The Snacks

    Stay cool with snacks & food trucks

  • Hang out with live music by KC artists

    The Music

    Hang out with live music by KC artists

  • From face painting to bounce houses & more

    The Activities

    From face painting to crafts & fun

  • The Vendors

    Shop local vendors & artists

Keepin’ Waldo Weird

  • The Waldo Fall Festival is hosted at the parking lot at Gregory & Wornall.

    Saturday, September 16

    10:00 - 8:00 p.m.

  • The Waldo Fall Fest is run by the Waldo Area Business Association (WABA).

    You can get involved as a vendor, a sponsor or by hosting entertainment.

    WABA is always seeking volunteers to support the event. Contact us to learn more!

    • 30+ vendors

    • Kids activities

    • Live music

    • Food truck & snacks

    • Waldo merch

    • …A bar!

  • 10:00 a.m. - Doors Open - free to the public

    Vendors, Food Trucks & Activities

    11-noon - Lorna’s Dance Studio

    1-2 p.m. - Commercial Appeal Band

    3-4 p.m. - School of Rock

    4-6 p.m. - DJ Die Hard

    6-8 p.m. - Friendly Thieves

    8:00 p.m. - Festival Ends

In the heart of Waldo

get the details & join us there!