Get ready for a feast for your senses! The New England Street Food Festival is back, bringing incredible local flavors, jaw-dropping circus performances, and foot-tapping live music to Brattleboro. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday with family and friends, supporting local talent. What’s your go-to festival food?
The vibrant eighth annual New England Street Food Festival is set to transform Brattleboro Common into a lively hub of local flavors, dazzling entertainment, and community spirit. Billed as a free, family-friendly celebration, this highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable day for both residents and visitors, spotlighting the rich culinary landscape and artistic talent of the region.
Scheduled for Saturday, September 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the festival will proceed rain or shine, ensuring that attendees can plan their day without concern for the weather. This steadfast commitment to the event’s schedule underscores its importance as a consistent draw on the local calendar, inviting everyone to partake in its unique offerings as one of the premier Brattleboro events.
More than just a gathering, the New England Street Food Festival serves as a crucial platform for fostering community cohesion and economic vitality. Lylah Wright, office/advertising manager at The Reformer, emphasized its role as “a great way to bring the community together,” highlighting how it actively supports local businesses, strengthening the regional economy. This collaborative spirit is a cornerstone of the festival’s enduring popularity within Vermont festivals.
A major highlight of the day will be the breathtaking showcases by performers from the New England Center for Circus Arts. These captivating displays of acrobatic skill and artistic expression, representing exceptional circus arts, are slated for 1:45 p.m. and 3:15 p.m., promising moments of awe and excitement that will undoubtedly enthrall audiences of all ages.
Complementing the aerial artistry, a dynamic lineup of live music will fill the air, with bands hailing from neighboring Franklin County in Massachusetts. Well Suited is scheduled to perform at noon, followed by Smalltown Radio at 2 p.m. These live musical performances are carefully curated to enhance the street food festival’s festive atmosphere, inviting attendees to relax and enjoy the vibrant sounds.
The Brattleboro Common, with its open spaces and picturesque gazebo, provides an ideal venue for such a large-scale public gathering. Wright noted that the Common allows for excellent visibility, attracting passersby, while the gazebo serves as a perfect stage for the bands. The ample room ensures that a multitude of local vendors can participate and that guests have comfortable areas to sit, dine, and immerse themselves in the entertainment.
A diverse array of delicious street food will be available from numerous local vendors, including returning favorites like The Lemon Wheel. From savory to sweet, the festival offers a culinary journey through New England’s finest, catering to every palate and ensuring a truly satisfying experience. This focus on high-quality local fare is central to the event’s identity.
“Bring your family and friends and appetite to see what this great festival is about and why it’s so popular year after year,” Wright enthusiastically encouraged. The New England Street Food Festival truly embodies a celebratory spirit, inviting everyone to discover new flavors, enjoy top-tier entertainment, and create lasting memories in the heart of Brattleboro.
