The West Tennessee Strawberry Festival is an 86-year tradition in Humboldt, an opportunity for a classic West Tennessee homecoming as people travel from across the country to enjoy the events, the food, and the fellowship of family and friends.
The very first festivals were designed as a way to market our community and all of West Tennessee in a challenging economy. Organizers went to state officials for support and came up with a celebration that included bringing the town and the surrounding community together. Those who attend are entertained, and contests and events are planned simply for enjoyment and fellowship. The Pageants, the music, the golf tournament, the horse show, the fireworks, the recipe contest, the carnival, the parades with floats and bands, the 5K & 10K runs, the festival cuisine and more are all a part of the attraction.
About the Festival
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Amanda Love
President/ceo
Humboldt chamber of commerce
Amanda Love is the President/CEO of the Humboldt Chamber of Commerce and considers herself Humboldt’s most vocal cheerleader. Her favorite time of year? Festival time! Amanda and her husband Jeff live in Humboldt.
spot in Humboldt
Main Street! It’s become the most exciting place in town.
part of festival
The Grand Floats Parade. It highlights so many talented West Tennesseans – from bands to float builders – it’s the best part of the week.
festival food
The homemade ice cream from Country Cabin Sweets & Treat!
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Beth Culpepper
managing director
Since taking over the festival coordinator role in 2018 and most recently transitioning into the Managing Director, Beth works with each festival president and the many volunteers to advance the festival and its brand. Serving as the main point of contact for the festival, Beth oversees this massive event and all its moving parts.
spot in Humboldt
I love eating or shopping anywhere in Humboldt and always knowing someone! This small town boasts such a high level of hospitality!
part of festival
The excitement of the days leading to festival week — when the flags that line Main Street go up there is an IMMEDIATE excitement that fills the air!
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festival food
Anything from Country Cabin!
Shane Lynch
President 85th Festival
In addition to his role with the festival, Shane serves as an Alderman for the City of Humboldt. He strives to make Humboldt the very best it can be! Shane's favorite time of the year is of course FESTIVAL TIME. His dream is for Humboldt to retain that feeling of "Festival Time" throughout the year. He and his wife, Libby live and work in Humboldt.
spot in Humboldt
Gibby's Hardware - a unique antique experience.
part of festival
The evenings on Main Street during festival week. Live Music, "fair food" and friends gathering.
festival food
Pope's Pizza on the corner of 14th and Main!
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Anne Short
General Chairman 85th festival
spot in Humboldt
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