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VegMichigan’s VegFest, the state’s largest plant-based event, will return to the historic Eastern Market for a second year with nearly 100 vendors, including popular plant-based restaurants, specialty food items, and eco-friendly shopping! Additionally, attendees can enjoy cooking demonstrations, speakers, free plant-based food samples, and fun for the kids!
Taking place on Sunday, June 4, from 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m., this free admission, family-friendly event is expected to draw more than 6,000 people to Detroit, which marks the 22nd anniversary of the annual event hosted by VegMichigan. With the growing popularity of plant-based eating, and the positive and inclusive atmosphere of the festival, everyone is welcome and sure to have a great time. Whether someone is completely new to plant-based eating or a longtime vegan, they are guaranteed to find a wide-variety of healthy options, comfort foods, and sweet treats to enjoy. VegFest also features free massages from Irene’s Myomassology, one of the event sponsors, a photo booth, free food sampling, and a Kids’ Zone.
The cooking demonstrations and presentations kick-off at 10:30 a.m. with local celebrity chef Quiana “Que” Broden from Cooking with Que and will continue throughout the day, wrapping up with the final demo given by Chive Kitchen owner Suzy Silvestre at 2:30 p.m.
VegMichigan President Tom Progar shared that,
Plant-based eating has exploded in popularity and there are no signs that this trend is slowing down as more grocery stores, restaurants, and college campuses are adding plant-based options to their menus. Individuals are deciding that eating more plant-based meals is a good idea. Many of us are learning that plant-based meals can lower our carbon footprint because meat and cheese are some of the highest carbon-intensive foods. Still, others are concerned about the treatment of farm animals. In addition, many Michiganders are looking to eat healthier. We invite you to join us at VegFest to learn more about the benefits of plant-based eating and see for yourself the large variety of plant-based foods available and how delicious plant-based eating can be.
Eastern Market is located at 2934 Russell St, Detroit, MI 48207. There is plenty of free parking. The event takes place in Sheds 5 and 6, right next to Eastern Market’s Sunday Street Market in Sheds 2, 3, and 4.
VegFest is sponsored by The Old Shillelagh, Green Beat, Irene’s Myomassology Institute, Good Cakes and Bakes, The Original Meat, Planthropie, and Radical Plants.
For more details visit, vegmichigan.org. Follow updates on FB and IG @VegMichigan.
Contact: Tom Progar, 248.867.2155, tom@vegmichigan.org
