StrOlean Returns This Saturday
StrOlean Returns This Saturday
Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce Putting Final Touches on August 17th Event
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is putting the final touches on this year's StrOlean event, set to take place rain or shine this Saturday, August 17th, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The 100 block of North Union Street, stretching from Laurens Street to State Street, will be transformed into a bustling festival, complete with over 50 vendors, food, music, and games.
This year marks the first time that StrOlean will see the closure of a block of North Union Street to traffic, creating a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly festival atmosphere in the heart of Olean's revitalized downtown. Local favorite Generations will kick off the live entertainment, performing from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. next to the City Building. Following that, an original music showcase will take place in front of Beat City Music from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Attendees can look forward to browsing a diverse array of over 30 craft and artisan vendors from across Western New York and Northwestern Pennsylvania, who will line the street’s median in the blocked-off area. In addition, many of the brick-and-mortar retail stores located in this section of North Union Street will be setting up special offerings or displays right in front of their storefronts. Alongside them, several of the area’s beloved brick-and-mortar restaurants will be serving up delicious food and beverages, ensuring there’s something for everyone. In total, over 20 brick and mortar establishments are participating. The festival atmosphere will extend beyond the barricades, with additional food and craft vendors setting up in the surrounding areas downtown. Intandem will also host games of cornhole for event goers of all ages.
To help visitors navigate the event, an official map, sponsored by Impact Internet, is available on the Chamber’s website at www.oleanny.com/events or on the StrOlean Facebook event. Printed copies will be available at the Chamber Gift Shop, located at 301 North Union Street, on Thursday and Friday during normal business hours. Additional maps will also be distributed from the Chamber tent during the event.The Chamber would also like to thank Event Sponsor Focus Physical Therapy and all 45 Corporate Sponsors for helping to make this event possible.
For more information, please feel free to contact the Chamber by email at events@oleanny.com or by calling 716-372-4433.