The 85th Annual Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival will be held on May 8–9, 2026, in downtown Portland, Tennessee. This family-friendly celebration features a wide range of activities, food vendors, and entertainment for all ages. The weekend begins with the free Strawberry Jam Concert and Fireworks on E. Market Street, showcasing live music, food vendors, and a classic car cruise-in. The main festival day includes events running from late morning through the afternoon, with highlights such as a parade, carnival rides, more than 200 vendors, magic shows, Kid Town USA, and plenty of fresh strawberries for sale throughout downtown Portland.Safer TN will be on-site providing firearm safety education materials, distributing free gun locks, and hosting a gun safe giveaway for festival attendees.