“Bigger, better, bolder than ever before!”  That’s the promise of the 2023 S. 9th Street Italian Market Festival which takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p;m. on Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21, 2023. The celebration of culture, gastronomy, art, and music runs along South 9th Street from Wharton to Fitzwater Streets. The nation’s oldest outdoor market hosts this annual family-friendly event which is billed as Philadelphia’s largest block party.

The Festival will feature over 100 area vendors showcasing a range of cuisine and beverages. Visitors will have the opportunity to sample and purchase these culinary delights.  Beyond the food, the Festival features seven city blocks filled with a wide range of music, artists, crafters, services, and souvenirs.