National Banana Pudding Festival

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Food & DrinkCenterville
Dates3–4 October 2026Confirmed listing
Duration2 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forRegional food & drinkThe Puddin' Path is the festival's
Language["en"]Currency: USD
CategoryFood & DrinkFestival type
The story

National Banana Pudding Festival in Centerville

Vanilla wafers, bananas, and whipped cream scent the Hickman County Ag Pavilion each fall, when Centerville's Puddin' Path lets visitors sample eleven different takes on banana pudding in a single afternoon. Cook-off finalists build their recipes live in front of judges and the crowd, while two stages of music keep the day moving between bites. What began in 2010 as a volunteer fundraiser for local nonprofits has grown into the town's signature weekend.

By midmorning, the Hickman County Ag Pavilion smells like vanilla wafers, bananas, and whipped cream, and people are already walking around with spoons in hand while music rolls over from the stage.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The Puddin' Path is the festival's centerpiece, walking visitors through eleven different banana puddings like a sweet little tasting trail rather than a single dessert table

02

The mystery stays covered

Cook-off finalists prepare their recipes live for the judges, building every layer and topping in full view of the crowd instead of presenting a finished dish

03

The city starts moving

Two stages of live entertainment keep the pavilion lively throughout, so music follows visitors between bites and conversations rather than competing for attention

04

The water draws everyone in

Having started in 2010 as a volunteer effort to raise money for local nonprofits, the festival still carries that hometown purpose alongside the sugar, which gives even the sweetest parts of the day a sense of civic pride

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The Puddin' Path is the festival's signature tradition

Water and renewal

Living ritual

letting visitors sample eleven different banana puddings in sequence like a walking tasting trail

The sacred route

Living ritual

Cook-off finalists build their recipes live in front of judges and the crowd

The local code

Living ritual

turning the competition into its own kind of performance

Tradition 5

Living ritual

Two stages of live entertainment keep the pavilion lively between tastings

Tradition 6

Living ritual

a rhythm the festival has carried since it began in 2010 as a volunteer fundraiser for local nonprofits

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

3–4 October 2026

Getting around

Arrive early for popular stalls and pace the route instead of trying to taste everything.

What to wear

Wear casual, comfortable clothing suited to a day spent walking and standing inside a pavilion, since much of the event takes place under cover regardless of weather. Closed shoes are...

Safety

Use normal food-market caution, hydrate, and leave time between crowded stalls.

Where to stay

Stay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

["en"] · USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map39.63 N, 84.16 WOpen in Google Maps

Centerville, United States

TransportArrive early for popular stalls and pace the route instead of trying to taste everything.
Stay areaStay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Centerville via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Centerville, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for October.Compare faresFestival gearWear casual, comfortable clothing suited to a day spent walking and standing inside a pavilion, since much of the event takes place under cover regardless of weather. Closed shoes are practical given the crowds and the amount of walking along the Puddin' Path. A light layer is worth bringing for cooler October air, especially if you stay into the evening for the music.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is National Banana Pudding Festival?

National Banana Pudding Festival is listed for 3–4 October 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does National Banana Pudding Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Centerville, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

2 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Centerville, United States

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLbananapuddingfest.org
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates3–4 October 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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