ALLENTOWN, Pa. – On Saturday, the first-ever Downtown Allentown Marketplace brought together food, art, vendors, culture, and live performances in DLP Plaza.<\/p>\n
The event was presented by the Downtown Allentown Alliance (DAA) in partnership with the Allentown Chamber of Commerce.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Event organizers say the marketplace began to celebrate the people, traditions, and small businesses that give Allentown its character.<\/p>\n
“The Downtown Allentown Marketplace Festival celebrates the many cultures, businesses, and people that make Allentown and the Lehigh Valley so special,\u201d said DAA Executive Director Lisa Finkelstein.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt 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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
The November event marks the beginning of a planned Marketplace series, with a second gathering anticipated in spring 2027.<\/p>\n
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