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June 23, 2015
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GEORGE STREETFEST to host July 4 parade preview,
event expansion plans announced
George Streetfest on Main announces cooperation with St. George City’s 4th of July Celebration and hosting of the Parade Float Preview, Friday, July 3, from 6-10 p.m. With first Friday falling one day before July 4, residents will experience back-to-back celebrations starting with George Streetfest Friday evening, then moving to Vernon Worthen Park all day Saturday.
Beginning July 3, George Streetfest on Main will expand onto Tabernacle Street between the roundabout and 100 East, and the Zion Brewing Company Jazz Garden will expand to fill the full courtyard at Ancestor Square. Estimated attendance in June was 2,500, and event organizers have been working to expand the event to accommodate all who wish to attend.
“We are thrilled at the community’s reception and support of this event,” said Amy Thorpe, George Streetfest on Main Jazz Garden Manager. According to Thorpe, farmer’s market vendors who were originally located in the courtyard will now join the street market on Main and Tabernacle Streets offering room for bistro tables, chairs, new food options, and more serving areas in the Jazz Garden.
Jazz Garden entertainment in July will include the St. George Slam Poetry Team, West Coast Jazz, and vocalist Laura Lounsbury. Four beer selections will be served by Zion Brewing Company of Springdale, Utah, and two wine options by Iron Gate Winery of Cedar City, Utah. Paired appetizer plates will be served by Pizza Factory, Pasta Factory and Benja’s Thai & Sushi.
The Precision Hearing Main Street Concert will feature opening act and local musician Kaitlin Sevy, and local band Morning Pretty. Headline guest bands from Los Angeles will follow including Sego, and Golden Sun.
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In July, misting stations will be added on Main Street and Ancestor Square to keep the crowds cool. Additionally, event squirt bottles will be available along with a water bottle refill station at Zion Park.
The Parade Float Preview will offer event attendees a sneak peek at floats appearing in the city parade, along with the opportunity to vote to determine the People's Choice Award. The winning float will be announced at the Main Stage by Mayor Jon Pike at 8 p.m.
“This is going to be a great way to celebrate Independence Day,” Thorpe said. “What a fun weekend it will be in southern Utah.”
Created and managed by Emceesquare Media & Events, George Streetfest on Main event partners are St. George City, St. George Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Historic Downtown Merchants. Additional event sponsors include: Canyon Media, St. George News, Etched Magazine, The Independent, Richens Eye Center, Zion Brewing Company, Simister Orthodontics, and Wingate by Windham Hotel.
“We’ve received an outpouring of support and input from the community for this event,” Thorpe said. “We look forward to offering a fresh, fun, and consistent nightlife option for residents and visitors every first Friday, downtown.”
Local artists and/or performers interested in applying for the Supporting Artists with Vision event scholarship by Richens Eye Center should call (435) 773-0781. The scholarship offers street accommodations including tent and vendor fee, to two artists each month wishing to promote their work.
For more information, or to apply to be a street vendor for the August 7 event, email before July 15. For sponsorship opportunities, email Emceesquare Account Executive Lil Barron at . All event information for vendors, sponsors, and volunteers can be found at stgeorgedowntown.com.
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