Evansville, Ind. The West Side Nut Club is excited to announce that sales for the nation’s largest half-pot are underway at the Mead Johnson parking lot, featuring convenient drive-thru sales. While the 103rd Fall Festival officially opens on Monday, October 7th, festival-goers can start their half-pot experience now.
This year, the Nut Club is introducing a new feature for attendees: enhanced visibility and information at the half-pot booths. In addition to the traditional half-pot totals displayed on TVs, new LED panels have been installed, making it easier for patrons to view them even in direct sunlight. These panels will also provide essential festival information, including:
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Locations of first aid stations and restrooms
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Event schedules, such as when Amateur Hour starts
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Band performance times
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Emergency alerts and more
A significant addition to this year’s setup is the capability to broadcast emergency alerts through the half pot screens. These screens will be integrated with the festival’s extensive sound system along Franklin Street, ensuring that vital information reaches everyone in attendance.
On Monday morning, our safety team will conduct a test of this alert system. Following a successful test, the system will be ready for use in any emergency situation. Additionally, the panels will be linked to the National Weather Service, providing real-time weather alerts for Vanderburgh County.
The West Side Nut Club expresses gratitude to our safety partners, including the Evansville Police Department, Evansville Fire Department, Evansville Vanderburgh County Emergency Management Agency, and Vanderburgh County Dispatch, for their continued support in ensuring a safe festival experience.
The 103rd Annual West Side Nut Club Fall Festival will run from October 7th-12th on historic West Franklin Street.
