DIRT ROAD JUNKFEST 

2026 DATES & TIMES

Friday, October 10 - noon to 5 p.m.

Saturday, October 11 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

LOCATION

Shankland Ranch

14900 North Cedar Rd.

Valley Falls, KS 66088

 

ADMISSION

GENERAL ADMISSION into the event is FREE

 PARKING is only $5 per vehicle

 
A portion of our parking proceeds go to The Fallen Outdoors, an organization that helps veterans build a connection with each other through sharing a passion of the outdoors. Members of the organization graciously volunteer their time to help with the event.

• Parking Procedure
  • Parking attendants will direct vehicles to the next available spot to get shoppers as close to the action as possible!
• Need Assistance?
  • Handicap accessible parking spaces available! 
    • Please notify a parking attendant, who will direct you to the designated area.
  • Need help transporting large purchases?
    • Parking attendants in UTV's will be available throughout the day to help transport large purchases. Just alert a Junkfest employee or volunteer for assistance!
  • Need a ride to or from your vehicle?
    • Although we try to park vehicles as close to the action as possible, sometimes you could use a little help. Notify a JunkFest employee or volunteer who can arrange a UTV ride from a parking attendant.
    • Large purchases
      • Don't hesitate to purchase that large item or lots of small ones! We have helpers with UTV's who will be available throughout the day to help you transport large purchases. Just alert a JunkFest employee or volunteer! They will arrange transportation ASAP. Please have a little patience during extremely busy times.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Plan plenty of time. The event averages 120 vendors each year, including a variety of food and snack trucks options and a a vast assortment of unique booths. You will not want to miss any of it so plan several hours to take it all in, enjoy the day, and shop, shop, shop!

• Wear comfy shoes that you won't mind getting a little dusty, wet or dirty. We are on a ranch after all, and we are talking about Kansas weather in October!

• If you need help, JunkFest Crew will be available and easily identified by a pink vest, nametag or JunkFest shirt.

• .Many vendors accept debit and credit cards, Venmo or Paypal, but we recommend that you bring cash. We do not have ATM's on site.  

• Outdoor restrooms, including several handicapped accessible, will be conveniently located throughout the event area. 

• Bring the kids! We have a free children's play area, the JunkYard. Kids will love the activities and there will be plenty of yummy snacks and treats close by that all kids (young & old) will enjoy.

• Pets are welcome! We love your four-legged bestie, so bring them along!  Please don't forget their leash and doggie bags, and don't leave them unattended.

  COME HUNGRY!

Expect to see over a dozen food and drink vendors!  We have a large variety to choose from, inlcuding lemonade, BBQ, burgers, frozen drinks, iced coffee, kettle corn, fudge, cakes & cookies, pulled pork, smoked beef, corndogs, fried Oreos, nachos and more!

Many of our vendors serve breakfast and lunch, available all day for your snacking pleasure!

CONTACT

(785) 945-6629

admin@dirtroadjunkfest.com

 

OPEN RAIN OR SHINE!

We want you to have an enjoyable day, so please check the weather forecast and be prepared. Here are some things you might consider bringing with you since Kansas weather can bring all four seasons in one day!

• Sunscreen
• Hats
• Sturdy shoes
• Gloves
• Rain gear
• Water
• Jacket/Coat