Berkeley’s 4th Annual Bizerkeley Vegan Food Festival (2024)

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Erika Hazel, aka The Bizerkeley Vegan will host the fourth annual Bizerkeley Food Festival on Sunday, Sept. 1 from 11am-6pm at Martin Luther King Jr. Civic Center Park. The event has become the largest vegan food festival in the Bay Area and this year promises to be the biggest and best yet with 100 vendors, live entertainment, games, and giveaways. San Francisco-based rapper and health enthusiast Jordan Gomes, also known as StunnaMan02 will headline with a performance and Q&A session. Attendees can choose from various ticket options, including free entry, general admission, and a VIP Experience, and will receive complimentary swag while supplies last. Proceeds will benefit Herd & Flock Animal Sanctuary, making this a fun and impactful event for the entire community.

The event presents a global culinary journey, featuring a diverse range of cuisines from around the world, including soul food, South American delights, Asian specialties, Caribbean flavors, Polynesian dishes, and innovative fusion creations. Foodies can expect a fresh and exciting lineup of vendors including newcomers like The Fungi Foods, offering plant-based local mushroom dishes; Sacramento’s Chef J. Redd with his Vegan Shrimp Po’Boy Fried Sushi Roll; and Danville’s Birdsong Tea with their organic tea blends. Returning fan favorites include San Francisco’s own The Vegan Hood Chefs, Oakland’s Dr Hops Hard Kombucha, Hayward’s Vegan Chula, as well as All Pau Berkeley, Green Flour Bakery, Fruitopia Fruit Truck, Sweet Diane’s granola, Salad Slvt, California Pit Bull Rescue, Jen Swift Art, Mad Vegan Co., Raydiant Vybes, and Vegan Power Co.

Festival-goers can indulge in complimentary tastings of scrumptious vegan cuisine and drinks, including spirits and zero-alcohol options. A live DJ and dance crews will showcase special performances. The festival will also feature a variety of exciting events including the playful Kids Zone featuring games, bubbles and more for kids 13 and under; plus a silent auction market to benefit Herd and Flock Animal Sanctuary. Adults can also enjoy the thrilling Hot Onez live spicy hot wing competition, a vegan spin on the popular web series; and the innovative Vegan Designer Fashion Show showcasing the latest trends in vegan fashion and style. 

Joining the festivities is easy and affordable. Berkeley residents and EBT cardholders enjoy free admission, while general admission tickets are priced at $10 in August, and $14 at the door. For a premium experience, patrons can upgrade to the Very Important (Vegan) Pass (VIP) for $65 in advance or $75 at the door – granting early entry at 11am, exclusive swag bags, limited-edition merchandise, a shaded VIP lounge, and special perks. VIP tickets go on sale Monday, July 8. While tickets are nonrefundable, they can be transferred to others.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-bizerkeley-food-fest-tickets-828035836477?aff=erelexpmlt 

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.