Mount Vernon CityFest: A Day Celebrating Art, Music, Food and Fun

The City of Mount Vernon NY, Mayor Richard Thomas and Friends of Mount Vernon Arts, Recreation & Youth Programs (FMVARYP) presents Mount Vernon CityFest on Saturday, September 16, 2017, from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Rain date: Sunday, September 24, 2017, same time/same place.

Mount Vernon CityFest is a free outdoor family-friendly festival encompasses several blocks in the heart of Mount Vernon – from 2nd Avenue to 4th Avenue between 1st Street and 2nd Street.

Mount Vernon CityFest brings the City of Mount Vernon blocks of fun-filled activities and excitement. Original art, panel discussions, demonstrations, stages of continuous live and celebrity entertainment, vendors, diverse food courts, health pavilion, sports activities, and a children’s lane are offered. The festival brings creative talent and the community together to generate an artistic backdrop for Mount Vernon. Several contests will be held such as the Fidget Spinner, Patty Eating, and MV Cypher.

There is still time to participate – Volunteers and performers should forward an email stating their interests to MVCityFest@gmail.com or call 914-363-0171. Vendors and Sponsors can contact the Commissioner of Recreation, Darren Morton at 914-665-2427 or at DMorton@cmvny.com.