Come one, come all! NEPA’s Summer in the City is proud to announce the return of our biggest annual event: NEPA’s Day Downtown 2026 on Public Square, Saturday, August 1st.

For our FIFTH year, we’re partnering with Food Dignity, Hillside Farms, The Cancer Wellness Center of NEPA, Janet Weis Childrens' Hospital, Gifts for Teens to FUNdraise for local cuases!

Together, we'll be transforming Downtown Wilkes-Barre into a full-day festival fiesta packed with something for everyone! This year’s event will feature:

• Run the River 5K & Walk in Kirby Park

• 60+ Food, Craft, and Resource Vendors

• 8+ Hours of Live Entertainment

• Kids Carnival Area and Games

• Games of Chance & 40+ Basket Raffles

• Hillside's Traveling Farm Animals

• (NEW!) Food Dignity “Pay What You Can” Produce Stand

• Non-Profit Partner Discovery Hunt

• (NEW!) Downtown Wilkes-Barre Business Specials

Signature Entertainment will include a blend of returning favorites and new additions, the committee is sure everyone will enjoy:

• The NEPA Pup Parade

• The Miss and Mister Sunshine Paegent

• Garden Games Produce Competition with Food Dignity

• Dance Studio Showcases

• The Return of NEPA’s Got Talent

• (NEW!) The Pierogi Eating Contest

• (NEW!) NEPA Superstar Karaoke

• (NEW!) Sunset on the Square Concert

Most importantly, all proceeds will support our partners' community programs benefiting children across Northeastern Pennsylvania.

We can’t wait to spend another unforgettable summer day with the NEPA community. Be sure to check this page regularly for more announcements, entertainment reveals, and event details will be posted leading up to the festival!