Northern Liberties has developed into an epicenter for sustainable businesses, hot bars and clubs, a creative atmosphere, and all things fun albeit a little yuppified. Today they will be taking the fun to the street when the second annual 2nd Street Festival (powered by the people behind Popped Fest) takes over this popular strip. With four beer gardens backed by the likes of Standard Tap and El Camino Real, over 60 vendors on site, skateboarding demonstrations, 3 stages of music and more, the fest looks like the perfect end to an already exciting weekend. And it’s packed to the nines with an entertaining cast of characters so there should be plenty of music for everyone. You have Tough Shits and The Midnight Sounds bringing their lo-fi garage rock to the party while Peasant and Adam Arcuragi have the mellow singer-songwriter indie folk for those who want to take it easy. Maxx from Black Landlord is known for their stylish swagger, but he might want to stop by the Jose Cuervo Stage to see how Jason Ferraro and the rest of The Homophones add a hi-fi flair of balloon popping into the mix. Even more old school and new school connections happen when you factor in legends like Chuck Treece playing the same stage with breakout stars like Post Post. Throw in bands like Gildon Works, Flying Sutra, The Rebel Yell, and the fact that it’s all FREE, and you have a most enjoyable stroll to do through NoLibs today. 2nd Street Festival, 600 – 1100 2nd St., 12pm – 9pm, FREE, All Ages – Bill McThrill