Overbrook Night Market delivers resources, family-friendly fun for nearly 10,000 residents
Rep. Morgan B. Cephas June 21, 2024 | 4:30 PM
PHILADELPHIA, June 21 – Nearly 10,000 people of all ages braved the heat to connect with their neighbors, support local businesses and have some family-friendly fun, according to state Rep. Morgan Cephas, D-Phila., a coordinator of West Philadelphia’s annual street food festival held last night.
“I am so grateful to the many community partners who make The Overbrook Night Market a great event year in and year out,” Cephas said. “Despite the heat, the people came out again this year to celebrate their neighborhood, have some fun and support local businesses, talented artists and our culture. I look forward to its continuing success.”
Now in its fourth year, and co-hosted by Overbook West Neighbors Inc., the event featured 35+ food trucks and vendors, a family zone with kids’ activities and three DJs. There was a special appearance by Miss Philadelphia, Tynecia Wilson, and local leaders including City Council Majority Leader Katherine Gilmore-Richardson, Councilmember Jeffery Young, Jr. and District Attorney Larry Krasner.
Residents also had the opportunity to connect with resources and local businesses and organizations including PCOM, PECO and MainLine Health, along with Penn Medicine, Independence Blue Cross, Xfinity and Cobbs Creek Foundation. Cephas and her staff also were on hand to help people with state-related programs, services and issues.
The mission of The Overbrook Night Market is to reimagine the Upper Lancaster Avenue Business Corridor and the 63rd Street Business District as safe and attractive destinations by offering a diverse, community-centered experience for businesses, residents and visitors of West Philadelphia and surrounding areas.
Photos of this year’s Night Market can be found here: Rep. Morgan B. Cephas | Photo Gallery (pahouse.com).