Deep Roots Festival

05/20/2026

🎉 The wait is over… the Deep Roots Festival market links are officially LIVE!

Vendors, makers, artists, food vendors, and festival lovers — now’s the time to grab your spot for one of Milledgeville’s favorite traditions! From handmade goods and local art to delicious eats and downtown fun, Deep Roots Festival 2026 is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever.

🍂 Deep Roots Festival
📍 Downtown Milledgeville
📅 October 17, 2026

Spaces fill quickly each year, so don’t wait too long to apply! We can’t wait to celebrate another amazing year of community, creativity, music, food, and hometown pride in the heart of downtown. 💛

Please go to www.deeprootsfestival.com and scroll to the bottom. The links will be on the left-hand side.

05/01/2026

May 2026 Downtown News - https://mailchi.mp/8077eafa9db2/may-in-dt-milly-10769682

04/02/2026

April 2026 Downtown News - https://mailchi.mp/4170936f7e31/apr-in-dt-milly-10769195

03/02/2026

March 2026 Downtown News - https://mailchi.mp/20c2d9ef7ea0/mar-in-dt-milly-10768562

02/20/2026

10/19/2025

What a day — and what a night! Deep Roots 2025 was everything we hoped for and more. From the nonstop live music and Logan Crosby’s incredible hometown performance to the Car Show, 80+ vendors, and the unbeatable downtown vibes… Milledgeville showed up BIG! 🍂🙌

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate, shop, sing, dance, and make memories. 💛 Drop your favorite moments or tag us in your photos — we love seeing the festival through your eyes! 📸

10/17/2025

🍂✨ Know Before You Go: Deep Roots 2025! ✨🍂

It’s almost time, Milledgeville! 🙌 Here’s everything you need to make the most of your Deep Roots Festival experience — from the stage schedule and family fun to event info and tomorrow’s forecast. ☀️🎶

✅ FREE to attend — only the Little Roots KidZone requires a ticket!
🎤 Live music all day long
🎨 80+ local artists & makers
🍔 Food trucks + local eats
🍻 Cold brews from Fall Line Brewing

Swipe through for all the details and start planning your perfect festival day! 💛

📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025
📍 Downtown Milledgeville

10/17/2025

🍴✨ Sponsor Spotlight: US Foods! ✨🍴

A big THANK YOU to US Foods for their generous sponsorship of the 2025 Deep Roots Festival! 🎶🍂

Their partnership helps us keep the flavor flowing all festival long—from the delicious dishes served up by our food vendors to the community of local restaurants that make Deep Roots such a tasty tradition. 🙌

As one of the nation’s leading food service providers, US Foods supports local businesses and events across Georgia, helping communities like Milledgeville thrive through great food and great service. 💛

We’re so grateful for their continued support in making the 22nd Annual Deep Roots Festival a success!

📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025
📍 Downtown Milledgeville

10/17/2025

🍻✨ Cheers to Fall Line Brewing Co.! ✨🍻

We’re thrilled to share that Fall Line Brewing Co. out of Macon, GA will once again be the official beer provider for the 2025 Deep Roots Festival! 🎶🍂

Festival-goers can look forward to enjoying their refreshing lineup of locally crafted brews while soaking in live music, art, classic cars, food, and fun all day long in Downtown Milledgeville. 🙌

We’re proud to partner with another outstanding Middle Georgia brand that knows how to bring great taste and good times to the heart of our community! 💛

📅 Deep Roots Festival — October 18, 2025
📍 Downtown Milledgeville

10/17/2025

💚✨ Sponsor Spotlight: Waste Management! ✨💚

A huge THANK YOU to Waste Management for their generous support of the 2025 Deep Roots Festival! 🎶🍂

Their partnership helps keep our festival clean, green, and running smoothly for everyone to enjoy. Waste Management plays an essential role in helping us create a safe and sustainable environment for thousands of visitors who come together to celebrate in Downtown Milledgeville. 🙌

We’re so grateful for their continued commitment to our community and their efforts to keep Milledgeville looking its best—during Deep Roots and all year long! 💛

📅 Deep Roots Festival — October 18, 2025
📍 Downtown Milledgeville

10/17/2025

🌿✨ Sponsor Spotlight: Visit Milledgeville! ✨🌿

A huge THANK YOU to Visit Milledgeville for their continued support of the 2025 Deep Roots Festival! 🎶🍂

As the official tourism organization for our community, Visit Milledgeville helps share the charm, history, and vibrant spirit of our city with visitors from across Georgia and beyond. Their partnership helps make Deep Roots a weekend that not only celebrates music, art, and local flavor—but also showcases everything that makes Milledgeville such a special place to visit and call home. 💛

We’re grateful for their ongoing dedication to promoting our community and for helping make the 22nd annual Deep Roots Festival our best yet! 🙌

📅 Deep Roots Festival — October 18, 2025
📍 Downtown Milledgeville