The Foodie Fest 2 (Autism Awareness & Acceptance Food Festival)
The Foodie Fest Year 2 brings food, music, book drive & autism awareness together—celebrating community, inclusion, and love.
The Foodie Fest returns for its highly anticipated second year on April 25, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, bringing together food, live music, a community book drive, and autism awareness and acceptance in one powerful celebration of connection and love.
The event will take place on Garden Street between 4th and 5th Streets at Church Square Park. Rain date: April 26, 2026. Founded by Amanda Dale-Lopez, Vice President of What Hoboken Sounds Like, The Foodie Fest has quickly evolved from a heartfelt idea into a purpose-driven community movement rooted in inclusion, creativity, and impact. Inspired by her journey as a mother of a child with autism, the event uplifts families, supports local businesses, and fosters a deeper sense of belonging.
Food Vendors
An exciting lineup of 18 diverse food vendors will serve a wide range of savory dishes and sweet treats. Official Vendor Lineup Includes: Tastebuds, Kona Ice, Nellycakes Bakery, GTK, Magic Mike’s Smoked Meats, Chicken and Waffles on Wheels, Madi’s Treats and Sweets, Zappa Food Truck, La Braza, Going Bananas, Pizza Vita, Tunkas BBG, The Lomo Truck, Urban Eats, Mi Sabor Boriqua, Desi Me Rollin, Best Spudz Food Truck
Community Book Drive : Guests are encouraged to bring new or gently used children’s books to donate, supporting local literacy initiatives. Autism Awareness & Acceptance The Foodie Fest promotes awareness, acceptance, and inclusion, creating a welcoming space for all.
Additional vendors
Ari & Co., T-Mobile, Castle Point Wealth Management, Little Milestones For Small Discoverers, Clarity Counseling Network
Live Music & Performance DJ Bripee will provide live music throughout the day, along with a special performance by Andrew Ace Greenspan, a pop/rock singer-songwriter and pianist from Nyack, NY, known for music that highlights resilience and life on the autism spectrum. A special thank you goes out to everyone involved — The Foodie Fest is a truly monumental event for Hoboken as it continues to raise awareness and promote acceptance for autism during April.
This event is proudly supported by the Hoboken Business Alliance, T-Mobile, Castle Point Wealth Management, Hoboken Grace, and additional partners. Building on the momentum of its inaugural year, The Foodie Fest Year 2 is set to deliver another unforgettable experience.