Hop on over to Fifth Avenue this Sunday for the Fabulous Fifth Avenue Fair.

That’s right, the action begins on Sunday May 18 all along Fifth Avenue from Sterling to 12th St. 11 am – 7pm.

It’s a crazy, crazy crowded event that still has a great neighborhood vibe even if it has plenty of the generic street fair stuff (zepploe trucks, socks, weird brooms, etc). But hey, that’s a NYC street fair.

I wouldn’t miss it for the world (and never have).

There’s loads of local character and stands from all the great Fifth Avenue shops and restaurants we love. Best of all, it’s a great day for running into friends. So be there or be square. Here are some highlights.

Local Crafts & Artists (Berkeley to Third Streets)

Dine outside with Fabulous food from your favorite Fifth Avenue Restaurants, including Stone Park Cafe, Blue Ribbon, and others.

There’s the Puppetry Arts Theatre, where kids can make fun puppets ( 2nd & 3rd sts.) and that groovy Antique Car Show, where you can vote for your favorite (1st & Garfield)

This year there’s a M.S. 51 Flea Market & Talent Show ( 4th & 5th Sts.) and of course there are those kiddie rides between 3rd and 4th Streets.

Shop your favorite Stores for Antiques, Gifts, Apparel, Jewelry and more and enjoy live Music throughout.

Nancy Nancy, which will be closing on May 23rd will be sharing her wares in front of her shop (near Carroll Street) on Fifth. Say good bye to Mary, owner of Nancy Nancy and find out what she’s up to next. Or you can read her blog.

Thanks to Bob and Judi, those cool boosters and pioneers of Fifth Avenue for keeping in touch.

Photos by Urch at Flickr