the festival's first Pronto Pups. The 1950s also ushered in larger rides and more well known entertainers. 2020 marked the first cancellation in 75 years. The next year will be its centennial anniversary, its 97th overall. Instead they just held a half-pot drawing. The Nut Club holds a half-pot drawing each year during the fall festival since 2019. 2022's half-pot was the largest to date with a total pot of $1.64 million. Traditions Entertainment The Fall Festival commences on a Sunday and runs all week. Each day includes several music and dance performances by local bands and youth. Saturday, the last day of the festival, is marked by a large parade. The parade is large and draws substantial crowds each year. After winning two Olympic gold medals, Evansville native Lilly King asked to be grand marshal of the parade; the request was granted. King noted, "When you make the Olympic team you get to grand marshal the Fall Festival parade. Fall Festival is a holiday. It’s my favorite holiday. As a Westsider, I have to love Fall Festival." Fried brain sandwich The fair features fried brain sandwiches, a local speciality consisting of battered and deep fried calf or pig brains served on a bun. References External links Official Webpage Festivals in Indiana Culture of Evansville, Indiana Festivals in Evansville, Indiana Food and drink festivals in the United States