Experience the 1st Annual “Taste of Liberty Station”

Enjoy a summer night stroll and indulge in all that Liberty Station has to offer in one night at the inaugural Taste of Liberty Station tonight, Wednesday, June 21, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Liberty Station businesses will open their doors for attendees to discover the variety of bites Liberty Station, live music, artisan goods in the storied corridors and plazas, artwork from the local art galleries in the community and have the option to sip different sparkling wines in the Bubbly Garden Presented by Liberty Public Market.

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“We are looking forward to putting on our first Taste of Liberty Station to give our residents, community and visitors the opportunity to explore everything Liberty Station has to offer all in one evening,” said Marco Li Mandri, executive director. “With over 350 acres that make up Liberty Station, there’s always something new and unique to discover. We plan to make Taste of Liberty Station a flagship event, so each year people have the opportunity to connect with the new businesses and arts and culture that make up our community.”

Attendees can purchase a “Liberty Pass,” that will grant them access to all the food tastings at the event—mapping out all the participating restaurants to make it easy for Liberty Pass holders to wander through Liberty Station. Over 20 eateries will be participating in this year’s Taste of Liberty Station including featured food establishments of the Liberty Public Market, Fireside by The Patio, Dirty Birds, Slaters 50/50, Soda & Swine, Solare Ristorante and more. Guests 21 and over will also have the option to purchase a Bubbly Garden ticket to experience three tastings of sparkling wine including choices like cava, prosecco and more in the Central Promenade.

While attendees enjoy walking around Liberty Station and getting their foodie fix, they can also check out the ARTS DISTRICT at Liberty Station as it comes alive with interactive art exhibits by local artists and artisans showcasing their work throughout the promenades. Over six live performances will be happening in the different plazas in the neighborhood throughout the whole evening, with performances by Dano’s Island Sounds, School of Rock, Recreational Music Center, Sam & Stacy, and more.

Parents even have the option to make it a fun date night! Kid Ventures at Liberty Station is offering “The Drop” program the evening of Taste of Liberty Station, giving parents the option to drop off their kids at Kid Ventures to play in the indoor-outdoor venue, while parents enjoy the event.

The family-friendly event offers fun for all ages and a place for the community to connect through culture, art, food and community experiences. “Liberty Pass” tickets are priced at $30 prior to the event and $40 at the door. Tickets for the Bubbly Garden Presented by Liberty Public Market are priced at $15 prior to the event and $20 at the door.

To purchase tickets and learn more about Taste of Liberty Station, participating eateries, artists, and live entertainment, visit www.tasteoflibertystation.com. For updates about the neighborhood, connect on Facebook/LibertyStationSD, Instagram @libertystation, or Twitter @liberty_station.