Fall Fest & Mac N Cheese Crawl Take Over Main Street Manayunk

Philadelphia’s Manayunk neighborhood is set to transform into a fall wonderland on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., as the Manayunk Fall Fest and Mac N Cheese Crawl take over historic Main Street for one day only. Hosted by the Manayunk Development Corporation (MDC), this brand-new autumn celebration promises food, music, shopping, and community vibes, all wrapped in the charm of changing leaves and seasonal spirit.

Visitors can explore 60+ local vendors and artisans, enjoy family-friendly activities, and eat their way through 10+ food trucks offering fall favorites and comfort classics. Main Street will be lined with festive decorations, outdoor stages, and autumn-themed experiences that highlight the best of Manayunk’s small businesses and creative community.

The highlight of the day—the Mac N Cheese Crawl—invites food lovers to sample cheesy creations from some of Manayunk’s most beloved restaurants. For $20, attendees receive samples from top spots like Bar Jawn, Bayou Bar & Grill, The Goat’s Beard, Canalside Manayunk, Taqueria Amor, and Winnie’s Manayunk, plus a crawl map and special offers. Tickets are on sale now at manayunk.com.

Live music will fill the streets with three stages of performances, including local artists such as Candice Lee, The Ridge Runners, Huston West, and the Michael James Berg Trio. Family areas will feature face painting, pumpkin decorating, balloon twisting, and even a Halloween Mini Golf pop-up.

Whether you’re tasting mac and cheese, shopping artisan vendors, or taking in the crisp October air, Manayunk Fall Fest and Mac N Cheese Crawl offer the perfect excuse to spend a Saturday celebrating local flavor and fall fun in Philadelphia’s most picturesque neighborhood.