The 2024 Festival was a success because of the participating merchants, vendors and visitors.
Thank you all for supporting the Festival.
See you next year!
South 9th Street Italian Market Festival
May 17th & 18th, 2025
11am - 5pm
The South 9 th Street Festival, is one of Philadelphia’s most popular events and attracts visitors from all over the city and beyond.
For seven city blocks, the 2025 Festival will be a celebration of culture, gastronomy, art and music. Featuring over 100 area vendors showcasing a range of cuisine and beverages. Visitors will have the opportunity to sample and purchase culinary delights. In addition to the food, the Festival will feature a wide range of music, services, souvenirs, jewelry, artists, and crafters.
Come on down for a can’t-miss day of family fun – rain or shine, in the open air and under our trademark awnings! The Italian Market Festival is a one-of-a-kind celebration in Philadelphia’s S. 9th Street Italian Market – the nation’s oldest outdoor market.
The merchants invite you to join them in this extravaganza for the senses — streets lined with vendors offering every ethnic delicacy possible, with live entertainment, fun contests and more!