MANAYUNK, PA — Food lovers, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival will once again take over historic Main Street on Sunday, April 27, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This year’s festival promises to be bigger than ever, featuring over 70 food trucks and gourmet vendors, along with live music, local artists, merchants, and activities for all ages. Admission is free, and all food and drinks are pay-as-you-go.
The festival welcomes award-winning food trucks and top vendors from across the region, offering a diverse menu of options from savory to sweet. Anticipated highlights include dishes from Cousins Maine Lobster, Humpty’s Dumplings, Wokworks, Beck’s Cajun Café, Bonjour Creperie, and Gigi & Big R, among many others. Visitors can feast on everything from BBQ and lobster rolls to dumplings and decadent desserts.
“Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival is one of the most anticipated springtime traditions in Philadelphia and in Pennsylvania,” said Caitlin Marsilii, Director of Events at the Manayunk Development Corporation (MDC). “We are thrilled to bring the event back for 2025 with one of our largest line-ups ever – with 70+ food trucks and gourmet vendors.” She added, “We hope that everyone will find something truly delicious at StrEAT. We can’t wait to see you on historic Main Street on April 27th.”
Live Music and Entertainment
Entertainment will include live performances by some of the region’s favorite bands. Two stages will host six acts throughout the day. Performances on the Green Lane Stage include The Honey Badgers (11:00 AM–12:30 PM), Blank Pages (1:00 PM–2:30 PM), and Close Drive (3:00 PM–4:30 PM), while the Shurs Lane Stage will showcase The Jimmies (11:30 AM–1:00 PM), Pepperwine (1:30 PM–3:00 PM), and Other Brothers (3:30 PM–5:00 PM).
Visitors can also explore local shops, enjoy deals from Main Street merchants, and browse an array of handmade goods from artists and makers. Participating vendors include the Fishtown Pickle Project, Lily Lough Jewelry, and Tiebro Handmade Bow Ties, among others.
Transportation and Parking
MDC encourages festival-goers to take advantage of various transportation options, including SEPTA, rideshares, or walking via the Schuylkill River Trail and Kelly Drive. Parking is available at the Green Lane Lot and 4000 Main Street, with handicapped spaces at Main and Levering Streets.
Recognized as one of the top city food festivals by USA Today, the Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival is an outdoor, rain-or-shine event perfect for attendees of all ages. Whether you’re a foodie, music enthusiast, or just looking for a fun day out, the festival offers an inviting and delicious way to celebrate spring.
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