# Event Details - **Event Name**: Derry Ethnic Food Festival and America 250th Celebration - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: 📣 Coming June 20th, 2026 – Derry’s America 250 Ethnic Food Festival! 🇺🇸 On June 20th, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the Friends of Derry, in conjunction with the Borough of Derry, and with the collaboration of churches and non profits in the area, will proudly help commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a brand-new celebration highlighting heritage, diversity, and the American story—told through the lens of our own community. This festival will take place along E. 3rd Street, a historic stretch of town often known locally as “Goosetown,” a neighborhood shaped by generations of families whose traditions mirror the melting pot of cultures that define the United States. 📆 Date: Saturday, June 20th, 2026 ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Location: E. 3rd Street between N. Ligonier & N. Chestnut ⸻ 🍽️ ETHNIC FOOD FESTIVAL A centerpiece of the event will be a celebration of ethnic cuisine, showcasing the foods, flavors, and cultural traditions that influenced both Derry’s development and the broader American story. We encourage: • Ethnic food vendors • Traditional & cultural recipes • Family heritage dishes • Historical food demonstrations ⸻ 🎨 CRAFT & ARTISAN VENDORS – THEMED ITEMS ENCOURAGED Craft vendors are invited to create items inspired by: • American heritage & folk traditions • Cultural diversity and immigrant stories • Derry’s historic neighborhoods • Classic Americana, patriotic art, and early industrial history This theme-forward approach will create a cohesive, visually rich festival atmosphere. ⸻ 🎪 VENDOR DETAILS Now accepting applications from: • 🧩 Game vendors • 📝 Information & nonprofit booths • 🍽 Ethnic & specialty food vendors • 🎨 Craft & artisan vendors 💲 First-Year Introductory Pricing: • 10x10 space – $20 • Additional 10x10 – $10 • Food trucks – $40 flat 👉 Vendors must bring their own electric. 80 vendor spots available — expected to fill quickly. ⸻ 🎶 ENTERTAINMENT & HISTORY Enjoy a full day featuring: • 🎵 Multiple musical acts (to be announced soon!) • 🏛 Presentations highlighting Derry’s unique history, including stories from the E. 3rd Street (“Goosetown”) area and its contributions to the American cultural fabric. ⸻ This is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration as Derry helps mark the nation’s 250th birthday with food, culture, music, and history. 📩 Reserve your vendor space today: Nathan 📧 nathan@friendsofderry.com 📞 724-217-2332 Join us on June 20th, 2026 as Derry honors 250 years of the American spirit through the traditions, tastes, and cultures that built our community. 🇺🇸✨ - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/derry/derry-ethnic-food-festival-and-america-250th-celebration/200029207298559 - **Event Categories**: food-truck-festivals, festivals, food-drinks, live-music, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1704 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Derry - **state**: PA - **country**: United States - **location**: E 3rd street Derry PA - **lat**: 40.33701 - **long**: -79.30016 - **full address**: E 3rd street Derry PA, 302 N Ligonier St, Derry, PA 15627-1633, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Derry Ethnic Food Festival and America 250th Celebration - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/8055bfd287a2db4617f3ce548929efa5f31c9ab87f750762cbd48febcdf778c8-rimg-w1200-h1553-dcfffaee-gmir?v=1776271969 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Derry Ethnic Food Festival and America 250th Celebration being held? - **A:** Derry Ethnic Food Festival and America 250th Celebration takes place on Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm at E 3rd street Derry PA, 302 N Ligonier St, Derry, PA 15627-1633, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Derry Ethnic Food Festival and America 250th Celebration? - **A:** Derry Ethnic Food Festival and America 250th Celebration is organized by Friends of Derry. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Friends of Derry's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Friends of Derry a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Friends of Derry has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Derry Ethnic Food Festival and America 250th Celebration is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Derry, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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