If you dream of only eating from food trucks, well, Manayunk has the perfect day for you. The annual StrEAT Food Festival returns to Manayunk on April 27 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Expect more than 70 of the region’s top food trucks and food vendors to line historic Main Street for the day. “Manayunk S trEAT Food Festival is one of the most anticipated springtime traditions in Philadelphia and in Pennsylvania,” said Manayunk Development Corporation Director of Events Caitlin Marsilii. “We are thrilled to bring the event back for 2025 with one of our largest line-ups ever, with 70-plus food trucks and gourmet vendors.” Diners can expect everything from savory BBQ to sweet desserts. The list of participants is a who’s who of the regional food truck scene, including Bala Saahas, Humpty’s Dumplings, Beck’s Cajun Cafe, Wokworks, G’Day Gourmet, Molto Bene! Ravioli Co., Bonjour Creperie, Deke’s BBQ, Fishtown Pickle Project, Gigi and Big R, Cousins Maine Lobster, Moocheeze and more. Festivities will also include shopping vendors, local artists and makers, Manayunk merchants, live music and other surprises. Main Street Manayunk will be closed to vehicle traffic to allow all visitors a chance to explore the historic neighborhood. There is no admission charge, and all food and drink is pay-as-you-go. For event info and updates, visit manayunk.com/events. Marsilii added: “It is the perfect pairing with our thriving restaurant scene. We have worked hard over the years to curate the right mix of cuisines, dishes, traditions and vendors, and we hope that everyone will find something truly delicious at StrEAT. We can’t wait to see you on historic Main Street on April 27th.” Menu offerings this year will include pizza, tacos, lobster, burgers, ravioli, dumplings, pickles, pound cake, corn on a stick, bacon on a stick, grilled cheese, wok bowls, and more. Visitors will find something for every palate, with tried and true favorites, twists on classics and modern dishes. In addition to outdoor food and sips, visitors can also enjoy live music from six different acts playing throughout the festival at the Shurs Lane and Green Lane Stages. Look for a who’s who of the local music scene, with acts including Close Drive, The Jimmies, The Honey Badgers, Blank Pages, Other Brothers and Pepperwine. Attendees are also invited to shop from local artists and makers throughout the festival, as well as stop into Manayunk’s wide variety of shops and restaurants that will be offering promotions and specials for the day.     ...read more read less