<div class="tldr">The Lower East Side Street Food Festival takes place this weekend, June 15 and 16, with over 35 local vendors along Orchard Street. The event focuses on small food businesses in the neighborhood.</div>\n\n<ul class="key-facts">\n <li>June 15-16 on Orchard Street</li>\n <li>More than 35 participating food vendors</li>\n <li>Organized by the Lower East Side Partnership</li>\n</ul>\n\nThe annual Lower East Side Street Food Festival will return to Orchard Street on Saturday and Sunday, June 15 and 16. The event is organized by the neighborhood nonprofit Lower East Side Partnership. Street closures will run from Delancey to Rivington streets, with vendor booths set up from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day.\n\nThe festival aims to spotlight local small businesses and restaurants. Vendors include Taqueria Diana, Melt Bakery, Veselka, and a selection of food trucks native to the Lower East Side. Organizers say the emphasis is on independent operators rather than national chains.\n\nPublic programming includes cooking demonstrations, live music, and tastings. According to the Lower East Side Partnership, the event is open to all visitors and there is no admission charge. Attendees are encouraged to purchase food directly from vendors.\n\nThe Lower East Side Partnership expects foot traffic to increase throughout the festival’s two-day run. Local businesses located near Orchard Street may experience sidewalk and street closures during event hours. Organizers recommend using public transportation to access the area, as parking will be limited.\n\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>\n<h2>Where is the street food festival taking place?</h2>\n<p>The festival takes place on Orchard Street between Delancey and Rivington streets on the Lower East Side. Vendor booths will line both sides of the street. Street closures will be in effect both days from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.</p>\n<h2>What types of vendors will be at the event?</h2>\n<p>More than 35 local food businesses are participating, including taquerias, bakeries, and food trucks. Organizers have prioritized small and independent operators from the Lower East Side neighborhood, with no participation by national fast-food chains.</p>\n<h2>Is there a cost to attend the festival?</h2>\n<p>The event is free to enter and open to the public. Food and drink are available for purchase from individual vendors. No tickets or reservations are required. Attendees are advised to bring cash or credit cards for food purchases.</p>