West Orange Street Fair Draws Thousands to Downtown West Orange

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of the Downtown West Orange Alliance. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.

One of the biggest events of the year in West Orange, the annual 2023 Street Fair attracted thousands of visitors to the streets of West Orange on June 3 to enjoy local crafters, food from local vendors, street performers, a classic car show, beer and wine garden, live music, free admission to the Thomas Edison Museum, and more.

“We were thrilled to welcome thousands of visitors for the return of the annual West Orange Street Fair,” said Downtown West Orange Alliance Executive Director Megan Brill. “It is always rewarding to see crowds enjoying themselves and to see all the hard work of our volunteers, who along with our sponsors and vendors, make this event possible.”

Vendors from throughout the tri-state area showcased their wares during the West Orange Street Fair. The event also featured dishes from local West Orange favorites Benji's Taqueria Mexican Grill, Puras Paletes, and NEW Downtown favorites Fat Daddyz and Yeshi’s Smoothies. The West Orange Street Fair was a hive of shopping activity, as thousands walked and browsed the many sites and unique attractions.

Kids of all ages were greeted by their favorite costumed characters, including a T-Rex, Spider-Man, Black Panther, Disney Princesses, Minions, and more. Games, face painting, crafts, and live music also added to the fun. During the event, adventurous individuals of all ages traversed the 24’ extreme rock-climbing wall, and a lively beer and wine garden entertained adults.

The Edison Classic Car Show also took West Orange by storm with a fleet of classic cars. Proceeds from the Classic Car Show will benefit the Friends of Thomas Edison National Historical Park to further preserve the Edison legacy. The Thomas Edison Museum also offered free admission the entire day.

The event was made possible by its loyal attendees and generous sponsors. Lead sponsors include West Orange Edison Lofts and Weichert Realtors of West Orange, with additional sponsors including The Kendell Financial Group, Dogwood Green, Kinsella Fence, Columbia Bank, The Max Challenge West Orange, and NJ Governmental Services, LLC. In-kind sponsors include Select Auto & Truck Repair, MK Party Designz, and Advantage Pest Control, with the Rock Wall being made possible by Uptown Screen Printing & Embroidery.

For more information on the West Orange Street Fair, visit the West Orange Street Fair Facebook page.

For more information on Downtown West Orange, visit the Downtown West Orange Alliance website or call 973-325-4109.

For more information about West Orange, NJ, visit the website or call 973-325-4100.

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