Yes, it is time for another edition of The Local Lookout! For June, I chose to feature a new event taking place in St George every month during the summer. It’s called George Streetfest and June was the inaugural event. Sponsored by the city of St George, it is designed to incorporate some nightlife activities into the downtown area.
When I arrived at around 6:30, the main concert area was featuring some local artists playing a variety of different music. There were vendors selling art, food, and other goods and services that you would expect to buy at a street fair. In the parking lot next to the Bear Paw, several food trucks were cooking up everything from burgers to waffles!
It was evident that the city was making a real effort to draw locals as well as tourists to the event by offering a wide variety of different things to do. This was an event for all ages and had something for everyone. An estimated 2500 people attended and one of the things that I really enjoyed about it is that the city is still small enough that seeing someone else you know there is almost guaranteed. The next First Friday is set to take place on the 3rd of July and promises to feature more artists and vendors. I am guessing that more people will be there too. I hope to see you there!
For more information about the event, visit http://www.stgeorgedowntown.com/
The event also has a Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/GeorgeFirstFridayStreetfest