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by FestivalNet, posted October 18, 2022 category » Event Highlights|
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As the Christmas holidays approach, a very special type of craft and artist fair start to appear all across the country. Christkindlmarkts and German Christmas Festivals are wonderful holiday events often with a mix of local artisans and crafts from around the world. |
This week brings the return of the New York State Sheep and Wool festival to Rhinebeck, New York. Held at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds on October 15 and 16th, this is the premier fiber event in the Northeast. Over 30,000 people are expected to attend this year. Billed as a family event, this Art Festival has something for everyone. Everything from live animals like sheep, goats, and rabbits to the fiber and products made from all these beautiful animals. You can buy raw fleece, roving, handspun yarn, and garments like socks and sweaters made by hand. You can buy the table looms or craft project supplies you always wanted. |
Nothing says fall in North Carolina like pumpkins, apples, and foliage. It's such a unique period of the year that many people all around the state and beyond like to celebrate. And what better way to say hello to the new season than by attending an outdoor festival? Well, if you happen to reside in North Carolina or are just around it in time for fall, you're going to like hearing what we're going to say next. It doesn't matter if you're looking for apple cider, pumpkin butter, or just a plate of otherworldly barbecue; there are lots of events to explore around the Tar Heel State that provide all of these options and more. With that said, we bring you the list of the best fall festivals to visit in North Carolina. #1 Yadkin Valley Pumpkin FestivalThe first festival we will talk about is the famous Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival. Held in a charming little town named Elkin, located approximately an hour from Winston Salem and Charlotte, this event draws thousands of visitors to Elkin's main street. |
Calling all Artists & Food Vendors! There is still a chance to get in on the opening event for the tourist season in the Keys. A Keys tradition always on the first Saturday after Thanksgiving (Small Market Saturday), The Island Art Festival is the premier event for the Christmas shopping season!  Many people from south Florida take advantage of what is a 4-day weekend to come to the Keys & explore! As a very artisan community, folks are always looking for special items to take home. Even though the crowds are big this year, they will be limiting the amount of booths to 100, with less than 10% of them being for food. This will give a huge advantage to all Artists and vendors. This art fair is always a favorite. |
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People love a reason to get outside and celebrate and holidays provide a great reason to do just that. From halloween parades, to fall craft shows and music festivals, FestivalNet is happy to see so many events coming back to life this year!The 31st annual Sea Witch Festival in Delaware looks like a spectacular holiday extravaganza! From a costume parade, to live music, many arts and crafts vendors, tons of kids activities and entertainment, A HAUNTED BEACH BONFIRE, and a SEA WITCH HUNT... there really is something for everyone at this Halloween Festival. This looks like one great reason to go to Delaware in the fall! |
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Hot Works is a fine arts exhibit firm which has a great and friendly staff that works hard to make our Events fun and productive. From the artists, sponsors, vendors, restaurants, etc., everyone is treated with respect and appreciation; it is our goal to make this a pleasant experience for all. In addition, if you participate in our Events, know that you are dealing with true Event professionals! Outdoors, JetBlue Park, Fort Myers, FL
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"Today Juneteenth commemorates African American freedom and emphasizes education and achievement. It is a day, a week, and in some areas a month marked with celebrations, guest speakers, picnics and family gatherings. It is a time for assessment, self-improvement and for planning the future. Its growing popularity signifies a level of maturity and dignity in America long over due. In cities across the country, people of all races, nationalities and religions are joining hands to truthfully acknowledge a period in our history that shaped and continues to influence our society today." - Juneteenth.com |
Raise your hand if you miss attending live concerts and fair. Yeah... us too. The good news is that with Covid-19 vaccines becoming more widely available, there’s at last a light at the end of the tunnel, as some venues have tentatively begun scheduling events again. Here’s a breakdown of all the things happening (or not happening) in summer 2021 in several states. alABAMAAlabama is seeing a return of many large scale events while some counties are still under tight restrictions. The mask mandate is lifted state-wide. |
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Postponed from its traditional February date due to Covid-19 restrictions, this time-honored event is back, bigger and better than ever.  Best of all, the Florida State Fair 2021 truly has something for everyone, whether it’s unique and delicious fair food, the thrilling rides, or one of the most entertaining music festivals in Florida. Here’s what you can expect from the Florida State Fair 2021. |
“We are overjoyed by the result and can't wait to give every member of our community the experience that they've been craving for over a year,” said David Oehm, CEO of Life is Beautiful. |
The Empire State has a huge number of events taking place that might have slipped under your radar. Some of these are incredibly popular in the region but don’t find a place on the map. Here’s a compilation of some music festivals in NY that should be on the list of music lovers, artists, and others looking to have a great time in general: NYACK SPRING STREET FESTIVALThe Nyack Spring Street Festival is a popular music festival that brings several other activities to a close due to its sheer size, with up to 30,000 people in attendance at the event. |
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I for one will be checking out this virtual event from the depths of my comfy couch this winter. I have always wanted to go to a Medieval Festival, and while online events are not supposed to really replace the real thing, they do keep the spirit alive! And that is what it's been about these last hard months with a pandemic underway. Reminding each other we will be back together soon! "...Guests can safely shop the medieval marketplace, watch performances and demonstrations, play along in the interactive quest, and engage with characters during live shows." Where and When: January 30-31 & February 6-7: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Merchant Marketplace and pre-recorded demonstrations and performances are available any day January 30-February 7. Live demonstrations and performances are only available on scheduled days. Admission Prices: This virtual event is free for all to attend. Bookmark the FestivalNet event page and mark your calendar! https://festivalnet.com/12141/Gainesville-Florida/Renaissance-Medieval-Pirate-Fairs/Hoggetowne-at-Home-A-Virtual-Medieval-Experience |
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While so many fairs have folded for this year for reasons out of their control surrounding the pandemic, others have been able to reschedule, regroup, and reorganize to allow for new safety measures. Because state and county fairs are traditionally multifaceted with many different areas of entertainment and activities, they have the 'luxury' to keep components of their event while cutting out others. For most, this means no rides. For the folks who only go to the fair for the amusement rides, they might choose to skip their beloved fair this summer or fall, but for the people who participate in the agriculture and livestock contests, arts and crafts, and live entertainment, fairs can often take place in our luckier states that are reopening safely. The Kentucky State Fair won't let COVID keep it down. Their plan to keep attendees safe is thorough, detailed, and carefully explained on their website. From wider, one-way aisles & reduced occupancy and added hand-washing stations to reduced hours to allow for thorough cleanings & increased outdoor areas, the Kentucky State Fair has adapted and evolved in these trying times.  The Wilson County Fair in Lebanon, TN, who is limiting its event to livestock contests and shows, has also published a set of safety rules and also require attendees to sign a waiver upon entry. The Kearney County Fair in Minden, NE posted on their social media what to expect and what not.  Still more fairs are doing all kinds of virtual judging while allowing for exhibitors and competitors only in the expo centers because of the crowd limits in many states. Bar none, this is the most bizarre summer for fairs ever. Many fairs scheduled for late summer are still in a wait and see pattern at this time and sadly some will have to cancel at the last minute depending on the state of the virus & the speed in which local governments are forced to switch on and off certain allowances. It's a trying time from coast to coast for events of all types and FestivalNet continues to work hard to keep fairs updated on our website for all visitors. Have a safe and happy summer, tilt-o-whirl or not. |
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While we know there are states going back to Phase 1 and there will be no real world events this summer, others are in better shape. Larimer County in Colorado released very helpful and succinct COVID-19 event guidelines so that Art in the Park in Loveland can happen! By the looks of a recent facebook post, the decision was quite last minute due to waiting on approval from the health department. As a result, it's not too late to apply to exhibit artwork at this fair, Colorado's longest running artisan event.  Check out the rules and procedures to get an idea of the "new normal" in public gatherings in Colorado.
We are wishing the artists and attendees a wonderful show. Where and When August 8th & 9th 2020 North Lake Park 2750 N. Taft Ave. Loveland, Colorado Saturday 10am-5pm | Sunday 10am-4pm |
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Hammered and Hung is an Event Based Art Gallery currently producing art festivals and farmers markets in Lakewood, Colorado. It's evident by their responses to COVID-19 that they are committed to ensuring that their local artists have a place to show and sell work this summer. West Colfax Farmers Market
Their West Colfax Farmers Market is taking an awesome direction this season to show how much they care. Having realized what an impact COVID-19 is having on artists and vendors, they were quick to take action. They adjusted the monthly market season to run from June thru October in order to get past the stay at home requirements. They are also easing the burden by offering the market to vendors for free. That's right, no vendor fees but a donation is encouraged.Who is Eligible to Participate in Farmers Markets
 Where and When Lamar Station Plaza 6579 W. Colfax Lakewood, CO 80214 Runs every Sunday thru October 18th 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Heart of Art
An outdoor art festival also in Lakewood, Heart of Art will take place next month. "We will take precautionary measures as recommended by the CDC to ensure that we are keeping everyone safe. We have made the decision to change this art fest from a fine art fest to include other artisans. All items will still be hand crafted, but we will not jury entries. H&H will continue to do what we can to support our struggling artists and vendors, therefore, we’ve lowered the price from $150 to $100 for a 10x10 booth." - Event Website By lowering their price and changing their event's model to be non-juried and open to all artist types, Heart of Art will be able to allow more makers to participate. Have a look at their safety guidelines mandating masks, social distancing, and hand-washing stations.  HEART OF ART IS CALLING FOR ARTIST and VENDORS:
 Where and When August 1st, 2020 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Lamar Station Plaza 6579 W. Colfax Lakewood, CO 80214 Best wishes for a fun and fruitful summer to Hammered & Hung Events! |
