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A Vibrant Festal of Vendors, Music, Food & Community
Welcome to the festival!
Get ready to experience the energy and creativity of Yellow Springs, Ohio, as community members and visitors come together for a full day of shopping, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun. Stroll through the village and explore over 200 vendors offering unique finds, handmade goods, and local favorites. Enjoy live music throughout the day, including the Backyard Beats + Brews Fest featuring Yellow Springs Brewery, while sampling a variety of delicious food and drinks to keep you energized. The Yellow Springs Street Fair takes place the second Saturday of June & October, with vendors open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the Beats + Brews Fest running from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Don’t miss this celebration of community, creativity, and local flavor in the heart of Yellow Springs.
Discover the heart of Downtown Yellow Springs
The Semi-Annual Yellow Springs Street Fair is held on the 2nd Saturday in June and October, and transforms the heart of Yellow Springs into a celebration of arts, culture, and community.
Enjoy 65+ local shops and 250+ visiting vendors.
With over 250 vendors, live music, local food & shops, craft beer, and live performances, this vibrant event offers something for everyone in a uniquely welcoming and creative atmosphere.
Experience the best in family friendly fun!
This pet-free festival features live music on two stages, a Beats+Brews Fest & Beer Garden, Kids Zone, and unique activities throughout the walkable and vibrant downtown.
The Yellow Springs Street Fair is a Pet Free Event!
The semi-annual Yellow Springs Street Fair welcomes over 25,000 attendees for a day full of excitement, music, shopping, and great food!
To keep the event safe and enjoyable for everyone (including our furry friends) – and in accordance with official Village ordinance (Ord. 2009-13), this is a PET-FREE festival (this includes vendors). Exceptions are only made for individuals with service animals, in accordance with ADA guidelines. Ref: https://www.ada.gov. Let’s work together to make this a welcoming, accessible, and safe celebration for all.
Thank you for your understanding and support!
Festival Details
Quick tips for a great Street Fair
Pet-Free Festival
Pets are not permitted at the Yellow Springs Street Fair, or at the Beats+Brews Fest.
Family Friendly
Fun food, vibrant shops, and a Kids Zone - their is something for every person, every age, every interest.
Coolers Not Permitted in Beer Garden
The Beats+Brews Fest does not permit coolers inside of the beer garden area.
Restrooms
Restrooms are located throughout the festival for public use. The Historic Train station is closed during Street Fair.
Parking
Public and paid parking is available on a first arrival basis. Please adhere to no parking signs.
Vendors
Vendors who have successfully registered for the event are approved. No other merchants are authorized as vendors during the festival.
Enjoy the festival experience
October Vendor Guide
Visiting the Booths
With hundreds of vendors to explore, finding your favorites is easy. Vendors are organized by booth number and color-coded zones based on street name. Don’t miss our delicious Food Vendor Alley on Walnut Street. Save the map, follow the colors, and enjoy discovering unique finds all day long!
Finding The Entertainment
Catch amazing entertainment all day long at the Yellow Springs Street Fair! Look for the gold circles on the map to find The Community Stage and The Backyard Beats+Brews Fest featuring Yellow Springs Brewery. For showtimes and details, scroll this page. There’s more information and excitement ahead.
Touring The Festival
Explore the full Yellow Springs Street Fair Festival! Each zone offers its own unique energy, experiences, and streets to discover. While visiting the village vendors, be sure to duck into the vibrant shops and see what treasures await. It’s the combination of visiting vendors and year-round shops that makes the Street Fair truly magical.
Xenia Avenue
S. Walnut Street
Dayton Street
Corry Street
John Bryan Community Center
Finding your way!
Parking & Shuttle Info
Vehicle Parking
Parking options are clearly marked on the map and are operated by various local organizations, with pricing that may vary by lot. The farthest parking lot within the Village (excluding Young’s Jersey Dairy) is just 1.3 miles from downtown, making every option walkable or shuttle accessible.
Please note that lots are priced by the managing organization of the lot. The YS Street Fair is not a managing partner of parking lot, and all parking fees support the managing organization.
Free Bike Parking
To encourage bicycling as a transportation mode to the street fair, a bicycle parking area is located on Dayton Street behind the Visitor Center Train Station, bike racks are set up for self parking. Bike parking signs will be located on the Little Miami Scenic Trail by Xenia Ave and Dayton St to help direct bicyclists to this area. Sponsored by: Bike Yellow Springs
Shuttle Service
Make your visit to the Yellow Springs Street Fair easy and stress free. Shuttle Service is available from designated parking lots, with convenient drop off points near the festival. Shuttles run on various schedules throughout the day. Just be sure to be at the correct pick up and drop off points listed on the Shuttle Map. NOTE: Shuttles wait times may vary due to mandatory operator rest breaks. Thank you for your patience as they continue to service the festival.
DROP OFF/PICK UP LOCATIONS
Young’s Jersey Dairy
6880 Springfield Xenia Rd, Yellow Springs, OH 45387
Antioch Midwest University
900 Dayton St, Yellow Springs, OH 4538
Getting around the festival!
No Parking & Street Closure Guide
Following The Road Signs
To help make the Yellow Springs Street Fair safe and enjoyable for all, we’ve put together a quick guide to street closures and no parking zones. These temporary changes are in place to support vendors, performers, and emergency access. From our community to our guests, this helpful overview is designed to make navigating the festival and the surrounding village as smooth as possible. Plan ahead and enjoy a successful Street Fair experience!
Free Bike Parking
To encourage bicycling as a transportation mode to the street fair, a bicycle parking area is located on Dayton Street behind the Visitor Center Train Station, bike racks are set up for self parking. Bike parking signs will be located on the Little Miami Scenic Trail by Xenia Ave and Dayton St to help direct bicyclists to this area.
Road Closures
With over 25,000 visitors expected, road closures are essential to ensure safety during the Yellow Springs Street Fair. Route 68/Xenia Avenue, a main route through the village, will be closed to vehicle traffic in the downtown core. Detours will be clearly marked, but vehicle access to the heart of Yellow Springs will not be possible during the event. Whether you’re a resident, vendor, attendee, or simply passing through, please plan ahead and allow extra time for travel.
Let the Music Play
All Day Music Fest!
The Yellow Springs Street Fair isn’t complete without more music, more fun, and more entertainment, and this year delivers just that. As one of the top Ohio festivals, this vibrant event brings the energy of a true music fest with two dynamic stages showcasing incredible talent all day long. From singer-songwriters to DJs, the sounds of Yellow Springs fill the village with nonstop performances. Enjoy live music next to Food Vendor Row or head over to the John Bryan Community Center, home of the high-energy Beats+Brews Fest and Kids Zone. With two stages, endless entertainment, and a welcoming community vibe, the Yellow Springs Street Fair is a must-visit destination for festival lovers.
Jackson Lytle & Lewis Lawn
10am-5pm
10-10:45a | Groove & Jam
11-11:45a | Elle n Murrell
12-12:45a | Egyptian Breeze
1-1:45p | Kismet Notes
2-2:45p | Egyptian Breeze
3-3:45p | Jake Lundgren Magic
4-4:45p | Backround Music
Then…make your way to The Backyard Beats + Brews Fest feat. Yellow Springs Brewery to jam until 7pm with more entertainment, more good vibes & more fun!
Welcome to the Backyard Beats + Brews Fest feat. Yellow Springs Brewery
John Bryan Community Center 11am-7pm
Festival Emcee: Tronee Threat
11-12p | DJ Ladi Bounce
12:30-1:30p | UNScripted
2-3p | Bobby Tee & Company
3:30-4:30p | Paid Leave
5 – 6p | Tronee Threat
6- 7p | DJ Ladi Bounce
Enjoy a Kids Zone, Food Trucks, Brews and more. Bring your blankets!
>>> No pets. No coolers.
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