Wisteria is happy to announce the third year of our new summer festival, Appalachian Herbfest, Thursday August 6th – Sunday August 9th, 2026. Come learn about the world of plants in beautiful Southeastern Ohio! Featuring speakers, music, vendors, workshops, and of course all the community and celebration you expect from us.
Tickets
Online ticket prices
Age 13+: $80 (Thu-Sun), $60 (Fri-Sun), $40 (24h day pass)
Child 3-12: $40 (Thu-Sun), $30 (Fri-Sun), $20 (24h day pass)
Wifi $15 / Camp-by-car $40 / RV $50
Gate ticket prices
Age 13+: $110 (Thu-Sun), $80 (Fri-Sun), $55 (24h day pass)
Child 3-12: $55 (Thu-Sun), $40 (Fri-Sun), $27 (24h day pass)
Wifi $15 / Camp-by-car $40 / RV $100
Camp-by-car is FREE for medical need or if you’re camping in your vehicle. RV sites are limited and online pre-booking is strongly recommended! Electric is limited and sold separately.
Wednesday Early Arrival (noon-10pm): $25 age 13+, $12 age 3-12, pay at the gate.
No-camp day passes are available for locals! $20 age 13+, $10 age 3-12, buy at the gate. You must live in Meigs, Athens, or adjacent county, bring no camping gear with you, and leave the same day.
We are unfortunately unable to give refunds on tickets for any reason.
Be a Part oF Appalachian Herbfest
Herbfest Work Barter
Herbfest work barter volunteers get free admission and meals beginning the day before the event, free wifi for one device, and free admission and meals for one child under 14, in exchange for 4-6 hour shifts daily. Meals include dinner at the work barter orientation meeting the day before the event, lunch and dinner Thursday through Saturday, and Sunday brunch. Youths age 14-17 are encouraged to apply for work barter, and we can place them in positions with reduced hours.
Giving a Workshop at Herbfest
We welcome your workshop application! Your admission is free if we approve your workshop(s). Additional discounts and perks may be available upon approval.
Vending at Herbfest
Vendors are welcome at Herbfest, fill out an application below. To celebrate our 30th anniversary, there is NO additional vending fee this year, just pay the normal ticket price. You also get free admission the day before the event, free wifi for one device, and a 25% discount on electric!