Kate's Candles Co is Excited to Join the 54th Annual Woollybear Festival in Vermilion, Ohio!
Fall is one of our favorite seasons here at Kate's Candles Co, and we're thrilled to announce that we will be joining the 54th Annual Woollybear Festival in Vermilion, Ohio on Sunday, October 4, 2026!
For generations, the Woollybear Festival has been one of Northeast Ohio's most beloved fall traditions, bringing together families, friends, local businesses, artisans, and visitors from across the region for a day filled with fun, entertainment, and community spirit.
As a local small business that loves everything autumn, we couldn't be more excited to be part of this incredible event.
What Makes the Woollybear Festival So Special?
The Woollybear Festival celebrates the famous woollybear caterpillar, known for the folklore that its markings can predict the severity of the upcoming winter.
Every year, thousands gather in Vermilion to enjoy:
The Wonderful Wacky Woollybear Parade
The Woollybear 500 Caterpillar Race
Animal Look-Alike Costume Contest
Kids Costume Contest
Woollybear King and Queen Crowning
Live Entertainment Throughout the Day
FOX 8 Personalities and Special Guests
FOX 8's Official Winter Weather Prediction
Delicious Food Vendors
Local Merchants and Craft Vendors
It's the perfect way to welcome fall and create lasting memories with family and friends.
Visit Kate's Candles Co at the Festival
Be sure to stop by the Kate's Candles Co booth while you're enjoying the festivities!
We'll be bringing a selection of our handmade soy candles, wax melts, room sprays, seasonal favorites, and some of our most-loved fall fragrances. Whether you're searching for the perfect autumn scent for your home or looking for unique handmade gifts, we'd love to help you find something special.
Shopping local helps support small businesses and keeps our communities thriving, and we are grateful for every customer who chooses to shop with us.
Shop Our Woollybear Festival Collection
To celebrate this exciting event, we've created a special Woollybear Festival Collection inspired by everything we love about fall in Ohio.
From cozy autumn fragrances to scents that capture the warmth and nostalgia of the season, this collection is perfect for bringing the spirit of the Woollybear Festival into your home.
👉 Browse our Woollybear Festival Collection here! If you can't make it to the festival, you can still enjoy these fall favorites online and have them shipped directly to your door.
Mark Your Calendar
📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
📍 Downtown Vermilion, Ohio
We invite everyone to come experience one of Ohio's most cherished fall festivals, enjoy the amazing entertainment, support local vendors, and stop by the Kate's Candles Co booth to say hello.
We look forward to meeting new friends, seeing familiar faces, and celebrating the arrival of autumn together. See you at the Woollybear Festival!