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Phoenixville's VegFest, The Borough's First Vegan Festival, Approaches

Here's what you should know about Phoenixville's VegFest, coming up in September.

PHOENIXVILLE, PA -- Phoenixville's first ever vegan festival, VegFest, will take place on Saturday, September 17 from noon to 5 p.m. at the parking lot on Bridge and Main streets.

The festival will have a wide array of vegan food vendors, live music, and community-oriented stands promoting "healthy, sustainable, and compassionate living," according to event organizers.

The event is free to attend.

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Organizers with the Peace Advocacy Network pointed to the growth of vegan options and restaurants in the borough.

"Phoenixville has become a vegan friendly town with many restaurants having vegan options available," organizers said. "Participating local businesses will have vegan menus the day of the festival. These featured restaurants will receive a Phoenixville VegFest sign displayed on their window on the day of the event."

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A rain date has been set for Sunday, September 18.

RSVP to the Facebook event here.

Image courtesy Phoenixville VegFest.

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