Music lineup, charities announced for this year’s Taste of Syracuse event

A huge crowd walking around, getting food, and enjoying music during the 2022 Taste of Syracuse in Clinton Square. Galaxy Media on Wednesday announced details for the 2024 Taste of Syracuse event, which is set for June 7-8 in and around Clinton Square. (Eric Reinhardt / CNYBJ)

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The group that gave listeners the song “MMMBop” will headline this year’s Taste of Syracuse event.

The Grammy–nominated Hanson will take the main stage on Saturday night. Hansonwill be among 30 bands and 100 local musicians providing entertainment for the annual two-day event.

Described as “Central New York’s biggest food and music festival,” Taste of Syracuse returns for its 26th year on June 7-8 in and around Clinton Square from 11 a.m.–10 p.m.both days, Galaxy Media announced on Wednesday. Admission is free.

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Besides Hanson, American rock band Cracker will perform on the Clinton Stage early Saturday evening. The Zac Brown Tribute Band will also perform on Friday. The youth talent showcase will also return to the festival on Saturday from 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Taste of Syracuse is sponsored by The Summit Federal Credit Union and presented by Tops Friendly Markets.

As always, those attending will have the chance to sample items from local eateries for $2. Several new restaurants and vendors will be joining the 2024 festival as well, along with “many fan favorites” as well, per the announcement.

Besides the food and music, the Taste of Syracuse will collect donations for two charitable organizations — Griffin’s Guardians and Paige’s Butterfly Run.

The Summit, Tops Markets, and other sponsors and vendors will be working with festival organizers to raise money for the charities all weekend long. Both the Summit and Tops will donate the proceeds from their tents to the charities, Galaxy Media said.

“We stand by our message that no matter what you’re looking for, musically or food-wise, we truly can say we’ve got it at the Taste of Syracuse!” Carrie Wojtaszek, COO of Galaxy Media, said in the announcement. “We’re also thrilled to be raising awareness and funds for both Griffin’s Guardians and Paige’s Butterfly Run. We’d like to thank The Summit Federal Credit Union and Tops Friendly Markets for their support. With help from our sponsors, we’re able to showcase this amazing event to the CNY community!”