On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, the Shrewsbury Street Merchants Association presents Worcester’s favorite food festival, Taste of Shrewsbury Street.

This annual event is a special night when thousands of people gather to sample food from Shrewsbury Street’s best restaurants without breaking the bank.

sponsors

This event is made possible thanks to our sponsors.
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event wristbands

Wristband pick up locations:

  • Wormtown Brewery

  • Vintage Grille

A wristband is your ticket to tasting at the event. If you decide to pick it up in advance, don’t forget it at home!

Taste of Shrewsbury Street 2025 Wristband Taste of Shrewsbury Street 2025 Wristband
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Taste of Shrewsbury Street 2025 Wristband
$25.00 $30.00

RESTAURANTS

you taste.
you vote.

Let the restaurants know you loved what they served and they could win:

  • 1st place $500

  • 2nd place $300

Map

The 2025 Event Map will be available in May. In the meantime, here is the 2024 Map:

FAQ

  • Taste of Shrewsbury Street is Wednesday, June 18th, 2025.

    The event is 5pm-11pm, and the tasting occurs between 6pm-9pm.

  • Your wristband is your ticket to event participation. This shows each participating restaurant you get to enjoy samples during Taste of Shrewsbury Street 2025.

  • If you purchase your wristband in advance here online, you pay $25 per ticket.

    On the event day in person you will pay $30 at one of the 3 wristband pick up locations: Vintage Grille, Flying Rhino, and Wormtown Brewery

  • A wristband gives you access to unlimited samples to taste at participating restaurants on June 18th from 6-9pm.

  • Starting May 1st, you can pick up your wristband(s) after you’ve made your purchase online, or buy it in person.

    When picking up a pre-purchased wristband, you’ll need to show your photo ID or the order confirmation email.

    The 3 wristband pickup locations are Vintage Grille, Flying Rhino, and Wormtown Brewery - all on Shrewsbury Street in Worcester, MA. See below for addresses and hours of operation.

    Please note hours are subject to change and may not be updated here.

    Vintage Grille & Gourmet Pizza
    346 Shrewsbury St.
    M-Su, 11 am–12am

    Flying Rhino Cafe
    278 Shrewsbury St.
    M-Th, 11:30am-11am
    F, 11:30am-1am
    Sa, 10am-1am
    Su, 10am-11pm

    Wormtown Brewery
    72 Shrewsbury St.
    M, closed
    Tu-Th, 12-9pm
    F-Sa, 12-10pm
    Su, 12-6pm

  • These details will be shared on social media. Follow us at @TasteOfShrewsburyStreet on Facebook and turn on post notifications to be the first to know as information is announced.

  • Street parking is available, as well as pubilc garages and select parking lots. A download of the event map is available here.

  • No, Shrewsbury Steet remains open to cars through the event.

  • Yes! Download the sponsor form here. To be included on final event posters and banners, submit your sponsorship form, payment and your logo before March 25th. Sponsors who sign up after that date will still be included on our website, social media and recieve other sponsor benefits. See form for complete details.

  • No, all ticket sales are final.

  • The event will take place, rain or shine!

  • You’ll have to go get it.

    We will not replace forgotten or lost wristbands. Once you pick up your wristband it becomes your responsibility.

  • If you are interested in photographing or covering the event for the media, please apply for a media pass here.