9th Annual VETFEST and Heroes Stroll
Granny White Park 610 Granny White Pike, Brentwood, Tennessee 37027
VetLinx
Veterans receiving a Quilts of Valor quilt at VETFEST.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
VETFEST Invites Veteran-Owned Businesses, Local Organizations and Families to Connect
Free October 3 festival in Brentwood celebrates military service, entrepreneurship and community.
Written by Laurel Bowman, Founder and CEO, VetLinx
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — VetLinx invites the entire community to the 9th Annual VETFEST & Heroes Stroll on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Granny White Park in Brentwood. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.
Bring the whole family for live music from the best local performing artists, children’s activities and games, the Heroes Stroll, community booths and the Legacy Map, where attendees can recognize military service and honor loved ones. The VETFEST Passport adds to the fun: explore participating booths, meet businesses and organizations, and collect stamps toward a prize.
SHOWCASE YOUR BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION
Veteran-owned businesses, community small businesses, nonprofits and veteran-serving organizations are invited to register. Entrepreneurs can showcase products, demonstrate services, meet prospective customers and connect with fellow business owners. Nonprofits can introduce their programs and engage visitors through conversations and hands-on activities.
Attendees can discover local businesses and explore resources and opportunities that match their interests.
Booth registration is free for veteran- and military-family-owned businesses. Other businesses and nonprofits can find participation details on the registration page.
WHY WE COME TOGETHER
We host VETFEST to celebrate the leadership, talent and contributions of veterans and military families. By sharing their work and stories, we bring neighbors together and build relationships that last beyond the festival.
Join us to highlight your business, discover something new and enjoy a memorable day with your family.
Vendor and organization registration:
https://www.vetlinx.org/veteranorg
Event information:
https://www.vetlinx.org/vetfest