After One-Year Hiatus, Downtown Fridays in Santa Maria Is Back in Business
Dozens of vendors are expected to set up shop starting this week, and COVID-19 prevention measures will be in place
Customers add seasonings and condiments of their choice to roasted corn during Downtown Fridays in Santa Maria in 2018. (Janene Scully / Noozhawk file photo) By Janene Scully, Noozhawk North County Editor | @JaneneScully
May 27, 2021
In another sign of the move toward normalcy, Downtown Fridays will return to Santa Maria.
The event will kick off its fifth year and Memorial Day weekend on Friday night with food trucks, booths, music and prizes from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Downtown Fridays returning to Santa Maria this week
Sasha Hernandez
and last updated 2021-05-28 00:17:57-04
Downtown Fridays is returning to Santa Maria on Friday, May 28.
The weekly event includes vendors, food trucks, and music. There are also opportunities to win prizes.
Downtown Fridays takes place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Town Center West parking lot near the corner of Broadway and Cook Street.
Admission and parking are free.
The event is scheduled to take place every Friday, weather permitting, through October 29.
COVID-19 public health guidelines will be in place, including requiring all patrons and vendors to wear a mask and maintain social distancing. There will also be hand sanitation and handwashing stations located throughout the venue.