Chutney Festival
Schedule
Thu Aug 20 2026 at 05:00 pm to 10:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Royal Oak Farmers Market | Royal Oak, MI
About this Event
🌶️ Chutney Festival
South Asian & West Indian Street Food Festival | Royal Oak Farmers Market
Chutney Festival is an annual, all-ages evening street food festival celebrating the rich flavors, cultures, and creativity of South Asia and the West Indies.
The event is produced by the Shanti Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
All proceeds go back to the Shanti Foundation to support the continued production and growth of Chutney Festival.
Hosted at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, this community-driven event brings together 12–15 street food vendors, live entertainment, cultural experiences, and more—all in a relaxed, walk-around setting.
🍽️ Street Food You Can Explore
Taste your way through bold, authentic street food inspired by:
- India
- Pakistan
- Bangladesh
- Nepal
- And more
Food is sold directly by vendors and purchased separately.
Vendors accept cash and cashless payments.
🎶 Live Entertainment Throughout the Night
Enjoy continuous, family-friendly entertainment from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM, including:
- DJs
- Dance performances
- Live singers
🍹 New for This Year
For the first time, Chutney Festival will feature alcoholic beverages, with unique drink offerings available for purchase.
🎨 More Than Just Food
In addition to food and entertainment, the festival will include:
- Arts vendors
- Business vendors
- Additional activations and experiences (currently being finalized)
👨👩👧👦 Who It’s For
- All ages welcome
- No designated kids activities, but the event is family-friendly
- Ideal for:
- A laid-back food crawl
- Cultural discovery
- A relaxed night out with friends or family
📍 Event Details
- Location: Royal Oak Farmers Market
- Indoor & outdoor event
- Rain or shine (most of the event takes place indoors)
- Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets
- Ticketed entry
- Kids under 10 enter free
- Food and drinks are purchased separately
- Early bird and limited tickets available
Where is it happening?
Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 East 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 7.13 to USD 12.45





