The Inaugural Eraserhood Fest Will Take Place Featuring Art Vendors, Food Trucks, and Live Entertainment

Here’s a fun fact about a neighborhood name you may or may not know. There is a small area that many have named Eraserhood. For those unfamiliar, Eraserhood is located in Callowhill/Chinatown North in an area also known as the Loft District.

“Once home to bustling factories and workshops, the area was immortalized by filmmaker David Lynch, whose iconic 1977 experimental film Eraserhead was directly inspired by his harrowing and exhilarating experience living in the neighborhood. Today, it’s a vibrant, multifaceted community filled with residential spaces, restaurants, cafes, beer gardens, nightlife, parks, and public art that tell the stories of the people who have shaped the neighborhood over the years,” Eraserhood Fest organizers state.

As a way to acknowledge the history of the neighborhood, the inaugural Eraserhood Fest will kick off on May 2nd from 5pm-11pm. Taking place during Philly’s First Friday, this event looks to bring together locals and visitors for an immersive celebration of the history, culture, and community.

“Eraserhood Fest will bring the area’s rich history and unique character to life through a dynamic mix of local music, cultural activities, food, art, and interactive experiences. With David Lynch’s legacy at the heart of the festival, the event will honor the neighborhood’s past while celebrating its present and future,” organizers added.

Guests can expect street closure on Wood Street, transforming Eraserhood into a lively outdoor hub of art, music, and communities united. There will be plenty of local vendors, food trucks, art exhibits, live performances, and more.

Vendors will include:

Bold & Broad
Sue Moerder Skull Art
Boingers
Limit Nine
Nahova
Minnoka Brand
Beelinked permanent jewelry and more
ASGNMT
Mystical Treasures
Soporificia
Retro Ade Astrology
Kassandra Wall Art
Deconstructed Love
Mohrdoesart
Shinkai Souvenirs
Michelle B
Merkyriver water
Cosmic Virgo Vintage