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Livermore’s Downtown Street Fest is scheduled to return to the city for a weekend of live entertainment, streetside shopping, dining and beverage offerings.
Set along First Street and S. Livermore Avenue, the two-day festival this Saturday and Sunday (May 17-18) is free and family-friendly.
As a recurring tradition for over 30 years, Street Fest has undergone name changes and logistical adjustments but the concept and importance of the festival remains the same, according to Kara Klotchman, executive director of host organization Livermore Downtown Inc. — the nonprofit that aims to support small businesses in downtown Livermore.
“This event brings in business and exposure for the downtown business community while boasting the live entertainment and local makers and crafters,” Klotchman told Livermore Vine. “It is an opportunity for community to come together, enjoy the downtown and support local.”
Street Fest is set to feature two outdoor lounges with live entertainment and beverages from local wineries and breweries.
Spread between stages at Stockmen’s Park and Bankhead Plaza, this year’s musical lineup includes Livermore’s own Crawdad Republic, The Groovy Judy Band and The Midnites as well as former “American Idol” singer Maddy Hudson and tribute bands.
Featured local breweries and wineries include Altamont Beer Works, Headyworks, Del Cielo Brewing Co., Rivers End Brewing Co., Arroyo Cellars, Charles R Vineyards, Cuda Ridge Wines, McGrail Vineyards and Winery, Sakura Winery, Steven Kent Winery, Wood Family Vineyards and Omega Road Winery.
Attendees can purchase drink tickets online or at either of the lounges, according to organizers. Proceeds from beer and wine tickets will benefit LDI.
In addition to music and beverages, the event will feature over 120 vendors that will be selling their goods at streetside booths.
During the festival, visitors can also stop into Livermore’s restaurants, tap rooms and lounges that are “ready to host our destination visitors with festival specials” or the downtown’s boutique shops, according to a statement from LDI announcing the festival.
There will also be an area set up for kids, featuring games and activities with nearby vendors offering lemonade, popcorn and face painting. The kids zone is set to be located at the parking lot on the corner of Railroad Avenue and South Livermore Avenue.
The festival is set to run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday (May 17) and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday (May 18). Beverage pouring is scheduled to run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.
Vendors will be located on First Street from L Street to Maple Street, South Livermore Avenue from Railroad Avenue to Second Street as well as J and K Streets from First Street to Second Street. A food court will be located on McLeod Street from First Street to Second Street.
Free parking, including ADA parking, will be open at Stockmen’s Park, the parking structure at 216 Maple St. and the adjoining I Street Garage.
As for closures, two lots on the corner of South Livermore Avenue and Railroad Avenue will be unavailable starting at 3 p.m. on Friday (May 16).
Beginning at 1 a.m. Saturday (May 17), road closures include First Street from Maple Street to L Street; McLeod, J and K streets from First Street to Second Street as well as S Livermore Avenue from Railroad Avenue to Second Street. Vehicles parked on the event streets will be towed at 1 a.m. on Saturday. Delays at nearby roads and crossings are to be expected.
Wheels Bus is offering free rides on Rapid routes 10R and 30R for festival attendees.
Sunday’s farmers market is also still scheduled to take place on Second Street from J Street to L Street.
For more information, visit the LDI website at livermoredowntown.com.
