4 reasons Milton SummerFest is Halton's can't-miss street festival
The
Downtown Milton SummerFest
is one of the few truly unique can't miss festivals in Halton region.
Set for June 7 along the town's Main Street, SummerFest combines an incredible musical lineup, numerous unique vendors, an enormous kids zone and a notably electric atmosphere.
Organizers have worked hard to establish the event as a standout festival during the busy summer calendar.
Here are four reasons not to miss it.
Organizers have picked a solid set of performing acts. Kicking off at noon and running until 8 p.m. on two stages, the event will showcase a mix of cover acts, original music performers with a solid track record and some local favourites.
The headlining act is Cmagic5, a Toronto-based performer who opened for Simple Plan. She's described as Joan Jett meets Dua Lipa.
Downtown Milton SummerFest is well aware attendees are looking for a great shot for their socials. Multiple photo ops are available to perfectly show off how you maximized your summer.
For a festival located in a smaller historic downtown, the food options are remarkable. There are over 30 vendors from the community and beyond set to keep the people fed and refreshed. Everything from Japanese style cheesecakes to meat on a stick will be available.
There's also a beer garden located beside one of the music stages.
What really stands out about SummerFest is the energy. As a popular event right at the launch of summer, it tends to attract a fun crowd of people to get outside and enjoy the summer weather.
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