A past SoMa block party. Photo by Michael Yatsko Photography.
In a certain sign that summer is right around the corner, monthly block parties soon will return to Harrisburg’s SoMa neighborhood.
For a sixth year, S. 3rd Street, between Market and Chestnut streets, will shut down once a month for food, music and libations, according to organizers Sara Bozich and Harristown Enterprises.
The first party in the “South of Market” neighborhood will take place on Thursday, May 18, from 7 to 10 p.m. Additional block parties will follow on the last Thursday of the warm-weather months: June 29, July 27, Aug. 31 and Sept. 28.
All block parties begin at 7 p.m., are free to attend and are dog-friendly, according to Bozich.
Each block party will feature a variety of vendors, including craft breweries and wineries, food trucks, a live band, non-alcoholic beverage vendors, yard games and more.
This season’s musical lineup will feature Mark DeRose & the Dreadnoughts (May), Collinsville Discount Band (June), Nate Myers & the Aces (July), Funktion (August), and Little Brother Band (September).
In addition, businesses along the street will remain open late to accommodate shoppers. These include Stash Vintage x Midtown Dandy, Boneshire Taproom at SOMA, Tamara Boutique, El Sol, and sip @ soma.
Street parking is available on Market, Chestnut and 4th streets, among others in the area. Parking is free after 5 p.m. in most of downtown Harrisburg.
For more information on the SoMa Block Party Series, visit Sara Bozich’s website.
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