42nd Annual Takoma Park Street Festival Takes Place Sunday, October 1

The 42nd annual Takoma Park Street Festival will take place on Sunday, October 1st, 2023 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and once again will fill the streets of Takoma Park with music, artists and makers, community groups, green companies and great food.

Music: The free event celebrates local music with 18 performances on 3 stages, with a mix of soul, funk, roots rock, blues, swamp funk, folk, working girl blues and new grass, and more.

TIME

WILLOW AVE STAGE

GAZEBO STAGE

COLUMBIA AVE STAGE

11:00 am

The Thrills

Big Howdy

Local Takoma Cream 
w/Annette Wasilik, Juels Bland and Susan Rowe

12:00 noon

The Bill Baker Band

Hazel Raven Band

Djangolaya

1:00 pm

The Sidleys

Cherry Blossom Special

The Natty Beaux 

2:00 pm

Burt the Dirt

The Wharf Rats, Live!

The Beat Hotel

3:00 pm

Tommy Lepson & The Bad Dawgs

Tower Green

Jon Carroll Experience 

4:00 pm

The Nighthawks

Proverbs Reggae Band

Chopteeth

Vendors: Over 150 booths extend all along Carroll Avenue from Eastern Avenue, NW in Washington, DC to Philadelphia Avenue (Rt. 410) in Takoma Park, MD with work from local artists and makers including art, jewelry, stationary, home decor, clothing, personal care products, plants, and much more. Community groups and green companies participate as well with info to share. Visitors may explore Takoma’s unique local shops along the way.

Food: There will be many great food options from Takoma restaurants, food trucks and festival food favorites all to be enjoyed on the Takoma Streetery on Laurel Avenue. The Takoma Park Farmers Market runs during the festival with 25 additional vendors in an adjacent parking lot. Entrance to the farmers market is at 6931 Laurel Avenue.  For the latest info and entire vendor list: WEBSITE

Festival Entrances: Entry may occur all along the festival route, but there are two main entrances at either end of the festival:
(1) Carroll Avenue at Eastern Avenue, NW: Take Metro’s Red line to the Takoma station or park in the Metro parking lot. Entrance is 3 blocks away.
(2) Carroll Avenue at Philadelphia Avenue: Free parking lot hosted by the TPSS Co-op at 201 Ethan Allen Avenue. Festival entrance is .5 block away.

Event hosted by the Old Takoma Business Association, Your Main Street Takoma
Takoma Park Street Festival
Sunday, October 1, 2023
10:00 am-5:00 pm
Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park
Featured photo courtesy of Sam Kittner

All affected roads will be closed at 7:00 AM and will reopen at 7:00 PM:

Road Closings
●       Carroll from Philadelphia to Eastern
●       Westmoreland at Walnut/Elm
●       Tulip at Spruce
●       Columbia at Pine
●       Carroll at Fire Station
●       Park at Spruce
●       Carroll at Eastern
●       Laurel at Eastern

No Parking
●       Tulip, both sides between Maple and Carroll

As a reminder, please follow all placed parking signs.  Efforts will be made for the vehicle to be moved prior to towing; vehicles will have towing and/or parking citation fees attached.

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Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and infectious rhythms of the Caribbean at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival! Hosted by RHU LLC, this exciting festival is set to take place on May 18, 2024, at the picturesque 16700 Barnesville Rd in Boyds, MD.

Step into a world where the Caribbean spirit comes alive! From 12:00 PM onwards, immerse yourself in a sensory journey that celebrates the unique culture, cuisine, and music of the Caribbean. Whether you're an African American, a Reggae or Soca music enthusiast, a wine lover, or part of the vibrant Caribbean diaspora, this festival promises to delight and captivate you in every way.

Let the enticing aromas of mouthwatering Caribbean dishes tantalize your taste buds. Feast on traditional delicacies prepared by expert chefs, showcasing the rich and diverse culinary heritage of the Caribbean. Indulge in flavorful jerk chicken, succulent seafood, and delectable plantain dishes that will transport you straight to the islands.

Accompanying the culinary extravaganza is a carefully curated selection of premium wines, ensuring the perfect pairing for your palate. Sip on fine wines from renowned vineyards, each sip a reflection of the Caribbean's vibrant spirit. Discover new flavors, expand your wine knowledge, and savor unforgettable moments with every glass.

As the sun sets, get ready to groove to the infectious rhythms of Caribbean music. Feel the pulsating beats of reggae, soca, dancehall, and calypso, moving your body to the lively melodies. Live performances by talented musicians and performers will keep the energy high, ensuring a night of unforgettable entertainment.

Don't miss this opportunity to embrace the Caribbean spirit and celebrate the arrival of spring in style! Tickets are available on AllEvents, so secure your spot today. Join us at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival, where cultures collide and unforgettable memories are made.

LIVE PERFORMANCES By: CULTURE Feat. Kenyatta Hill, EXCO LEVI, IMAGE BAND, RAS LIDJ REGG'GO with Special Guest SUGAR BEAR FROM E.U. & MORE! & MORE!

MUSIC By: DJ ABLAZE, DJ SMALLY & NAJ SUPREME

2 NIGHT Camping packages available: RV/CAMPER $200 | TENTS $150 Starting on Friday May 17 @ 5pm | 30 RV SPACES | 30+ TENT SPACES

KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE!!!

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