ALLENTOWN, Pa. – On Saturday, the first-ever Downtown Allentown Marketplace brought together food, art, vendors, culture, and live performances in DLP Plaza.
The event was presented by the Downtown Allentown Alliance (DAA) in partnership with the Allentown Chamber of Commerce.
The open-air marketplace, which took place at Ninth and Hamilton streets from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., offered visitors food, fresh produce, handmade goods, live art, and cultural performances.
Event organizers say the marketplace began to celebrate the people, traditions, and small businesses that give Allentown its character.
“The Downtown Allentown Marketplace Festival celebrates the many cultures, businesses, and people that make Allentown and the Lehigh Valley so special,” said DAA Executive Director Lisa Finkelstein.
“At DAA, we’re proud to create opportunities that bring our community together and give residents and visitors another reason to experience downtown Allentown,” she explained.
According to officials, live music and dance were at the heart of the Marketplace, with six performances showcasing the talents and traditions of people in the Lehigh Valley.
The November event marks the beginning of a planned Marketplace series, with a second gathering anticipated in spring 2027.
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