On July 12th from 12PM–5PM, celebrate history, community, and summer in style at America250: A Bethlehem Block Party! This exciting afternoon brings together neighbors and visitors for a vibrant, can’t-miss celebration in the heart of Historic Bethlehem.

Held in partnership with Northside Alive, the City of Bethlehem, and in honor of Central Moravian Church’s 275th anniversary, this event highlights Bethlehem’s rich heritage while celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

Main Street will come alive with a lively street fair atmosphere featuring live music, shopping, food, family-friendly activities, and community pride. See details below for more information!

Live Entertainment

Life After Dead | 1PM-4PM | 1 E Broad Stage

Twelve String | 12PM-1PM & 4PM-5PM | ESU Stage

DJ | 12PM-5PM | Main Street

The Edge Band | 12PM | Central Moravian Church Green

East Hills Praise Band | 1PM | Central Moravian Church Green

The Gate Band | 2PM | Central Moravian Church Green

The Stank Factory led by Patrick Kerssen | 3PM | Central Moravian Church Green

American Bites & Drinks

Enjoy food from Edge Restaurant, 515 Main Sports Club, and Central Moravian Church, plus outdoor bars hosted by The Melting Pot of Bethlehem and McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub & Whiskey Bar.

Family Fun

Face painting, a balloon artist, a Main Street car show, and street fair!

Street Fair Vendors

Aardvark Sports Shop, Bethlehem Christmas Shoppe & Hand Cut Crystal, Bethlehem Historic District Association, Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Shop, CapturedLV Escape Room, Christmas City Spirits, Franklin Hill Vineyards, Kaleidoscope Collective, Knobs ‘N Knockers, Lovely by Brianna, Manga Lane, Moravian Stars of Bethlehem by Cheryl Baker, Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe, Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom, SonnyMoon, and Sorcery & Scripts

Merchant Discounts

AM Luxe Apparel: $17.76 Off Regular Price Items

Bethlehem Christmas Shoppe and Hand Cut Crystal: Select Items 20% to 40% off, Select Items $17.76 Pricing, & Free RWB Pinwheels (While Supplies Last)

Bethlehem Housing District Association: Discount Offered for Historic Property Plaques

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Shop: All Bags of Coffee (Whole Bean or Ground) for $17.76

CapturedLV Escape Room: 10% Off at Bethlehem Location Using Code America250

Christmas City Spirits: Celebrate America Cocktail Pouches! $7 Each

Dear Santa: 15% Off Purchases

Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites: Live Demonstrations Outside of 1750 Smithy, Family Activities and Artifact Challenge, Free Moravian Museum Admission, Discounted Bethlehem & the Revolution Tours

Manga Lane: USA 250 Pin with Purchase (While Supplies Last)

The Melting Pot of Bethlehem: 25% Off all Food

Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe: 10% Off at the Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe, Special Patriotic Deals on Select LV250 & Historic Bethlehem Themed Merchandise

Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom: 15% Off all Sales

Whether you’re here for the music, the food, the shopping, the history, or simply to spend a summer afternoon downtown, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.