The Village Square is growing! For STEAMfest 2025, we’re expanding with more artisans, educational vendors, community nonprofits, live entertainment, and food trucks than ever before.
The Village Square reflects our mission to spark curiosity, celebrate creativity, and strengthen connections across our community. There’s something for everyone—so make sure to stop by!
Located on The Quad—at the heart of STEAMfest and the Woodlawn School campus—the Village Square features:
- Exhibit space for local artists, artisans, and craftspeople
- Booths for educational vendors offering books, learning toys, maker supplies, summer and afterschool programs, and more
- Information tables where community nonprofit groups can connect, engage, and inspire
- Food trucks serving up meals, desserts, healthy snacks, and refreshing beverages
- A free water station
- Seating areas for relaxing or enjoying a bite to eat
- A lively entertainment stage with performances throughout the day
Nonprofits
Davidson Lands Conservancy
Zenithkids
Empowering youth survivors of trauma through technology-driven solutions, safe online spaces, and meaningful resources. Together, we create brighter futures.
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FeedNC
Artisans
Samson Glass
Henna Art
Shweta Gharad
Live Screen Printing
Live Screen Printing with NFNTY!
Wire Science Art
Alicia Moya-Mendez
Exhibitors
Woodlawn School Book Fair
School of Rock Cornelius
MUSIC PROGRAMS AT SCHOOL OF ROCK CORNELIUS COMBINE ONE-ON-ONE LESSONS WITH GROUP BAND PRACTICES
Ludmila European Music and Art Academy
Music and art, dance and theater enrichment and education programs.
Food Trucks
Rowdy Street Eats
The Joy Coffee Company
Ricky’s Food Truck
Summit Creamery
Concession Stand by Woodlawn Activities Committee