The Foodie Fest 2 (Autism Awareness & Acceptance Food Festival)

Sat Apr 25 2026 at 02:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-04:00

Garden Street (between 4th and 5th Streets) | Hoboken

What Hoboken Sounds Like
Publisher/HostWhat Hoboken Sounds Like
The Foodie Fest 2 (Autism Awareness & Acceptance Food Festival)
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The Foodie Fest Year 2 brings food, music, book drive & autism awareness together—celebrating community, inclusion, and love.
About this Event

Join us for The Foodie Fest — YEAR 2 on April 25, 2026, from 2–7 PM!

Food, book drive, autism awareness & acceptance — all coming together to celebrate community, connection, and love.


Get ready for an unforgettable experience as The Foodie Fest returns for its second year, founded by Amanda Dale-Lopez, Vice President of What Hoboken Sounds Like. Taking place on April 25th, 2026, from 2–7 PM between 4th and 5th Garden Street (Church Square Park), this event is more than just a food festival — it’s a growing movement rooted in purpose, inclusion, and heart.

🌧️ Rain Date: April 26, 2026


Here’s what to expect:


🍴 Food Vendors

Enjoy an exciting lineup of food vendors serving everything from savory favorites to sweet treats — bold flavors made with passion.


📚 Book Drive

Bring a book to donate and help support local literacy efforts, spreading knowledge, kindness, and opportunity throughout the community.


💙 Autism Awareness & Acceptance

Created by Amanda, a proud mother of an autistic child, The Foodie Fest exists as a platform for awareness, acceptance, and inclusion. “This event is about showing the beauty of acceptance in every corner of our lives,” she shares. Year 2 continues the mission of ensuring every voice is heard and every person belongs.


🎶 Live Music

Soak in the energy of the day with live music by What Hoboken Sounds Like’s official DJ, @DJBRIPEE, setting the perfect soundtrack.


✨ A Celebration of Connection

Beyond food, The Foodie Fest brings people together — sparking creativity, building relationships, and supporting causes that leave a lasting impact.


Year 1 was a moment.

Year 2 is a MOVEMENT.


Proudly sponsored by the Hoboken Business Alliance, this event promises another day of unforgettable memories.

Come hungry. Come with love. Don’t miss it



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Garden Street (between 4th and 5th Streets), Garden Street, Hoboken, United States

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