Harvest Homecoming Pins cost only $2.00, which is a great deal. You get a valuable coupon in every envelope redeemable at local establishments. If you find a gold pin in your envelope, you are eligible to register for one of six great prizes to be given away on Sunday, October 14, 2007. You might be seen by a Pin Spotter during Booth Days and be entered in daily drawings for valuable prizes. Your Harvest Homecoming pin also allows you entry onto the Riverfront for exciting events and concerts.

Where can I get a Harvest Homecoming Pin?
Pins go on sale September 4, 2007, and will be available at financial institutions, Kroger, Meijer, participating merchants and the Harvest Homecoming Office. They may also be purchased during the festival at the Information and Souvenir Booths, on the Riverfront and the festival office.

What if I get a Gold Pin?
If you receive a gold Pin, simply fill out the coupon in the pin envelope and drop it off at the Harvest Homecoming Office or at the Information or Souvenir Booths during Booth days. Coupons must be turned in by 4:00 p.m., Sunday, October 14, 2007, to be eligible for the Pin Prize Drawing.

When is the Harvest Homecoming Office open and where is it located?
The office, located at 431 Pearl Street (on the corner of Pearl and Elm Streets), will be open from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, beginning September 4, 2007. For information you can visit our website at www.harvesthomecoming.com, or call the office at (812) 944-8572, or stop by and pick up an application for one of the various events being held during the festival.

How do I apply for a booth at Harvest Homecoming?
To apply for a booth in the main craft/food area, submit your request in writing after January 1, 2008, and before May 1, 2008. Include a description of your booths purpose and a picture of your merchandise (if applicable) to: Harvest Homecoming Festival, P. O. Box 102, New Albany, IN 47151-0102, Attn: Booth Vice President. To receive an application for the Juried Art Show, submit a request in writing with photograph/slides and submit to the Harvest Homecoming Office (Attn: Juried Art Show). You may also go to the "Applications" page on this site to download applications.

How can I ensure my safety during the festival?
Designate a meeting place should you become separated from your party. (The festival does not make announcements for lost or separated parties.) Do not bring pets, skateboards or bicycles into the downtown Booth area, Ride or Riverfront areas. Be extra cautious when crossing the railroad tracks leading to the riverfront.

What is the difference between a "sponsored by" event and a "hosted by" event?
A "sponsored by" event is organized and run by Harvest Homecoming. Proceeds (if any) go back to Harvest Homecoming to help fund future festivals. A "hosted by" event is organized and run by the organization listed by the event information. Proceeds (if any) go to that organization. A fee is charged for the event to be listed in the Harvest Homecoming brochure.

How can my business become a sponsor of the Harvest Homecoming festival?
If your company or organization would like to be a 2007 or 2008 festival sponsor, contact Pam Smith at (812) 951-2261 for information. Community support is essential to the festival and ensures the continued success of Harvest Homecoming.