Children’s Veg Fest returns to Baltimore on Aug. 29 with free family programming

Black Veg Society and Divayogi are bringing the 3rd Annual Children’s Veg Fest back to Baltimore on Aug. 29, with a free in-person festival at The Weinberg Y and a virtual session the next day. The event aims to connect families and youth entrepreneurs with plant-based cooking, wellness activities, and no-cost vending opportunities.

Why it matters: - The free festival is built to make nutrition education and wellness more accessible for children, families and community members in Greater Baltimore. - The event also gives youth entrepreneurs a no-cost way to showcase products and build business experience. - Organizers are using plant-based food, movement and community programming to promote healthier habits in a family-friendly setting.

What happened: - Black Veg Society and Divayogi announced the return of the 3rd Annual Children’s Veg Fest for Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Weinberg Y in Waverly, Baltimore. - Admission to the in-person event is free. - A virtual session is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. - The festival is presented by Craigslist Charitable Fund and hosted in partnership with The Y in Central Maryland.

The details: - The festival is designed to blend accessible nutrition education, joyful movement and compassionate living. - Live cooking demonstrations and food samples will highlight quick, affordable plant-based recipes. - Music, interactive movement and mindfulness sessions are part of the program. - Youth vendors can participate for free, with dedicated space for young leaders and makers to sell their goods. - Vendor activities, giveaways, wellness crafts, games and educational resources will be offered by community partners. - Free registration is available at Children’s Veg Fest. - Youth vendor sign-up is open through the website, and the deadline is Friday, Aug. 21. - Community members can donate to support youth nutrition and education programming. - Updates and behind-the-scenes content are being shared on Instagram @childrensvegfest.

Between the lines: - The sponsor list shows the event is leaning on a broad mix of vegan brands, advocacy groups and wellness organizations. - Backers include The Land of Kush (VeganSoul Bistro), Dr. Bronner's, Black VegFest, Jamii Leadership and Brown Girl Wellness. - Product donors and sampling partners include SunButter, Forager Project, HIPPEAS, Dr. Bronner’s All-One!, Manitoba Harvest Hemp Foods, Beyond Meat, CocoJune, Smarties and True Citrus. - An animal rights sponsorship is also listed, with advocacy support from Dawn S. - Black Veg Society is positioning the event as part of its broader outreach to BIPOC communities through plant-based nutrition, holistic health and vegan education.

What's next: - Families can reserve free tickets online before the event date. - Young entrepreneurs interested in vending have until Aug. 21 to register. - Organizers are expected to use the August events to keep building youth-focused nutrition and wellness programming in Baltimore. - The organization is also directing supporters to donate if they want to help fund future outreach and education efforts.

The bottom line: - Children’s Veg Fest is returning as a free, community-backed plant-based event that combines wellness education with hands-on opportunities for kids and teens.