stART on the Street

Hey friends, here’s all you need to know about parking and paying at stART at the Station 😘 FREE PARKING ALL DAY 🚗 Union Station Garage ♿ 🚗 Green Street Lot 🚗 Water Street Lot 🚗 Millbury Street Lot 🚗 All on-street metered spots throughout the city PAYING VENDORS Some artists might be cash-only, so please consider **BRINGING CASH**. An ATM is available on-site at Union Station. However, a little planning in advance is always our recommendation! If you have any questions, send us a DM ❄️ See you on Sunday ❄️ 🗓️ December 8th 📍 Union Station, Worcester, MA 🎟️ 11AM-5PM (FREE admission) 🪱 Early shopping hour 9AM-10:30AM ($10 admission, cash only) ⭐ 125+ local artists and crafters ⭐ 100% Handmade ⭐ Seasonal drinks & treats from @cordellas_coffee

125+ vendors await ✨

If crowds aren’t your thing, our Early Shopping Hour is perfect for you! 👀 Join us from 9AM-10:30AM to be the first to explore this year’s vendors and their unique, handmade goods. 9AM-10:30AM Admission: $10 (cash only) Free stART tote bag (while supplies last!) See you there - 🗓️ Sunday, December 8th 📍 Union Station, Worcester, MA 🎟️ 11AM-5PM (FREE admission) ⭐ 125+ local artists and crafters ⭐ 100% Handmade ⭐ Seasonal drinks & treats from @cordellas_coffee

It’s officially December, which means stART at the Station is THIS SUNDAY, December 8th, and we can’t wait! 🎉 Union Station will be packed with over 125 local artists and crafters, so you’re guaranteed to find the perfect handmade gifts for everyone on your list. Plus, @cordellas_coffee seasonal drinks and treats will make your shopping even sweeter! 🎟️ 11AM-5PM (FREE admission) 🪱 Early shopping hour 9AM-10:30AM ($10 admission, cash only) ⭐ 125+ local artists and crafters ⭐ 100% Handmade See our full list of 2024 vendors at: startonthestreet.org/start-station/artists Shopping small makes a BIG impact. 😊 Stay tuned for parking tips and more details, and shoot us a DM if you have any questions! 📸 featured vendor: @nikkis_rabbit_hole (2022)

We’re asking for volunteers once more! Help us create that stART magic at the 17th Annual stART at the Station event. ✨ We need volunteers to keep things running smoothly - Tasks include unloading, helping artists, managing the info table, selling merch, and more! Commitments are just 3 hours: Morning: 6AM - 9AM Mid-Morning: 9AM - 12PM Evening: 4PM - 7PM Event Details: 📅 Sunday, December 8th 📍 Union Station, Worcester, MA 🎟️ 11AM-5PM (FREE admission) 🪱 Early shopping hour 9AM-10:30AM ($10 admission, cash only) Interested? Sign up at: startonthestreet.org/start-station/become-volunteer

It’s timeeeeeeee ❄️ Get ready to shop small this holiday season at Worcester’s 17th Annual stART at the Station! 🛍️✨ 🗓️ Sunday, December 8th 📍 Union Station, Worcester, MA 🎟️ 11AM-5PM (FREE admission) 🪱 Early shopping hour 9AM-10:30AM ($10 admission, cash only) ⭐ 125+ local artists and crafters ⭐ 100% Handmade ⭐ Seasonal drinks & treats from @cordellas_coffee From handcrafted jewelry and pottery to holiday cards and ornaments, stART at the Station is your one-stop shop for unique, handmade gifts! 🎁 Support local artists, and make this holiday season unforgettable. Free parking, public transit-friendly! See you soon 💚🩷

Beware, ghouls! 👻 Today is the last chance to apply for stART at the Station. Don’t miss out on your chance to showcase your handmade creations at our festive, gift-giving show on Sunday, December 8th at Union Station! 💀 App Deadline: Tonight (10/31) at midnight! Apply now at: startonthestreet.org/start-station/vendor-applications . . . 🩷SAVE THE DATE💚 Sunday, December 8, 2024 Preview Hour: 9AM-10:30AM ($10 admission) General Admission: 11AM - 5PM (free) Location: Union Station, 2 Washington Square, Worcester, MA

You read that right…Artist Applications for stART at the Station ARE OPEN!! Calling all artists and crafters—join us at Union Station on Sunday, December 8th for this year’s festive, gift-giving-themed show ❄️ a 100% handmade event! App Deadline: October 31st at midnight 👻 Apply at startonthestreet.org/start-station/vendor-applications 🩷SAVE THE DATE💚 Sunday, December 8, 2024 Preview Hour: 9AM-10:30AM ($10 admission) General Admission: 11AM - 5PM (free) Location: Union Station, 2 Washington Square, Worcester, MA

stART on the Street performers, pets, and people! Ok, the performers were also people, but who can resist an alliteration? Whoever was in charge of booking the music this year did an incredible job! What a lineup of superb performers! @startonthestreet @discovercentralma @mszlody @visitma @x.baby.yaga.x #sonyalpha #mylocalma #sonya7iv #sony70200gmii #worcesterma #worcester #startonthestreet #streetphotography #artfestival

The magic has commenced ✨ We’re partying all day long!

It's going to be a hot and sunny one tomorrow, friends! ☀️ We strongly recommend you leave your furry friends at home where it's nice and cool. 🐶 While we LOVE your pups, the heat can be tough on them, and we want everyone to enjoy stART safely. So grab your water bottle, sunscreen, and a pal—just maybe not the four-legged kind this time! 😎 stART on the Street Sunday, Sept. 15th 11AM - 6PM Park Ave, Worcester

Are you ready? Time for a little FAQ rundown to make sure you’re all set for the big day! 🚘PARKING TIPS🚘 Although there is no specific parking area for stART on the Street, there are MANY side streets and small lots around Park Avenue. ⚠️Please be mindful of driveways, ramps, fire hydrants, and posted parking restrictions. TD Bank (295 Park Ave) is open on Sundays and may tow if their parking spaces are blocked. Be patient, you’ll find a spot! And carpool if you can! 🚍The WRTA is fare-free right now! Find routes and learn more here: /routes-schedules/ ♿HANDICAP PARKING♿ There is handicapped parking available in the lot at 255 Park Ave. The only way to access this parking while stART is in progress is to take Hudson Street and turn onto Townsend Street. Townsend is usually a one-way street, but it will be open to two-way traffic while Park Ave is closed. Handicap plates/tags are required. 💲PAYMENT OPTIONS💲 Each vendor decides payment options for themselves. Some may take Apple/Google Pay, Venmo, Credit Card, Checks, etc. There are ATMs on-site too. We recommend bringing some cash if you can! 🐶PET-FRIENDLY?🐶 Team stART is made up of animal lovers, and while we won't prohibit dogs, they might be more comfortable at home. Other questions? Send us a message!