{"id":145016,"date":"2025-09-09T20:31:06","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T00:31:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=145016"},"modified":"2025-09-09T20:31:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T00:31:06","slug":"uptown-northampton-street-fair-returns-for-its-36th-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=145016","title":{"rendered":"Uptown Northampton Street Fair Returns for its 36th Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Uptown Northampton Street Fair Returns for its 36th Year<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Greater Northampton Area Chamber Presents:<br \/>\nUptown Northampton Street Fair<br \/>\nSeptember 9th, 2025 | 11 AM \u2013 4 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>The Greater Northampton Area Chamber, proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce invites you to join the fun &amp; festivities at Uptown Northampton Street Fair on September 13, 2025!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Northampton, PA \u2014 The Greater Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce, proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the return of the 36th Annual Uptown Northampton Street Fair on Saturday, September 13th, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Each year, this beloved tradition transforms Northampton\u2019s Main Street into a lively hub of shopping, dining, music, and family fun\u2014and 2025 promises to be the biggest celebration yet.<\/p>\n<p>Visitors will enjoy exploring a wide variety of 100+ local merchants and craft vendors showcasing unique products and handmade creations. A delicious lineup of food trucks will be on hand to serve everything from savory bites to sweet treats, ensuring that guests of all ages will find something they love. Refreshments, including beer and adult beverages, will also be available to enjoy responsibly. Families are encouraged to attend, as the day will feature kid-friendly activities, and engaging demonstrations designed to entertain and inspire.<\/p>\n<p>Live entertainment will be a highlight of the day, with music, comedy, and community performances filling the stage from start to finish. The Hannah Noel Band will perform from 11:15 AM to 1:45 PM, bringing their lively sound to kick off the festivities with other musical acts and performances throughout the day. The Boy Scout Troop 93 and the Pennsylvania Ballet Academy will also share special performances, alongside many other local talents, creating a full day of vibrant entertainment for the entire community.<\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s event will also feature some truly unique attractions. Guests can cuddle up with friendly calves at Mini Moos Cow Cuddling or try their hand at Mini Putt with Hillside Minigolf. Adding to the excitement, comedian Scott Henninger will take the stage from 1:00 to 2:00 PM for a special performance filled with laughs.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Uptown Northampton Street Fair is more than just an event\u2014it\u2019s a celebration of community,\u201d said Caitlin Hamlin-Myers, Assistant Vice President of the Greater Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce. \u201cWe\u2019re proud to bring residents, visitors, and businesses together for a day filled with local pride, entertainment, and connection.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Jessica O\u2019Donnell-Gower, Executive Vice President of Affiliated Chambers of the GLVCC, added, \u201cThe Uptown Northampton Street Fair is one of the most cherished traditions in our region, and each year it grows bigger and better. It\u2019s not just about shopping or entertainment\u2014it\u2019s about celebrating the heart of our community. This event shines a spotlight on our incredible small businesses, showcases the diverse talent that makes Northampton unique, and creates a welcoming space where neighbors, families, and visitors can come together to experience everything our community has to offer.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Uptown Northampton Street Fair is free to attend and open to the public. With so much to see, taste, and experience, it\u2019s the perfect opportunity to support small businesses, enjoy live performances, and make lasting memories with family and friends.<\/p>\n<p>Mark your calendars and join us in Northampton Borough on Saturday, September 13th, for a day you won\u2019t soon forget!<\/p>\n<p>For more information, please contact:<\/p>\n<p>Caitlin Hamlin Myers<\/p>\n<p>Greater Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce<\/p>\n<p>Email:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:caitlinh@lehighvalleychamber.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">caitlinh@lehighvalleychamber.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>For more information, visit the Uptown Northampton Facebook Event at\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/19LDVRnBQU\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/19LDVRnBQU\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong>\u00a0Saturday, September 13, 2025<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Main Street, Northampton, between 17<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0&amp; 21<sup>st<\/sup>\u00a0Streets<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pricing Information:<\/strong>\u00a0Free to attend, with items available to purchase<br \/>\n<em>This event has been supported by the Northampton County Hotel Tax Grant.<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Thank you to our Sponsors:<\/strong>\u00a0Amrize (Formerly Holcim), Horwith Trucks, Gilboy Ford Motors<\/p>\n<p>Precision Medical, The Gin Mill, PennStar, Roxy Theater, Neffs National Bank, RedBox Dumpsters<\/p>\n<p><strong>Food Vendors:\u00a0<\/strong>Greek Street, GrubNight, Buns on the Go, Snowie, You Got Pork&#8217;d, Don Chuy Mexican, Baked Beans Caffeine and Cupcakes, Uncle Louie Gs, Easton Wine Project, Clever Girl Winery, Hungry Hound Express, Hardball Cider, Philly Funnel Cake, Cosmic Kettle Corn, Robin&#8217;s Exotic Lemonade, Rory Rooster, DonutNV, Island Expressions<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>About the Chamber: The mission of The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is to improve the economy and quality of life in the Lehigh Valley Metropolitan Area.\u00a0 We accomplish this through business-to-business networking events and marketing products, affinity programs and exclusive, money saving member benefits, training programs, government affairs initiatives and public policy advocacy, and community development enterprises.\u00a0 With nearly 5,000 members who employ more than 200,000, the Chamber is the largest in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and in the top ten nationwide.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Information provided to TVL by:<br \/>\nJessica O&#8217;Donnell-Gower<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Uptown Northampton Street Fair Returns for its 36th Year Greater Northampton Area Chamber Presents: Uptown Northampton Street Fair September 9th, 2025 | 11 AM \u2013 4 PM The Greater Northampton &hellip; 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