Artisans in the Park |
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| Location | 2513 Shorehaven Dr. Great Neck Park Virginia Beach, VA 23454 |
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| Dates | August 06, 2010 - August 07, 2010 - CONFIRMED! | |
| Primary Category | Art & Craft Events | |
| Event Categories | Art & Craft Events, Art and Craft Show, Fine Art and Fine Crafts Show, 100% Handcrafted | |
| Description: | (Virginia Beach, VA) Explore the works of over 75 artists and craftsmen during Virginia Beach Parks and Recreations 35th annual art and craft festival, Artisans in the Park ¬ all in the serenely secluded backdrop of Great Neck Park (2513 Shorehaven Drive). This two-day event offers attendees the unique opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy Virginia Beachs summertime weather while discovering the ingenuity of local and national artists displaying, demonstrating and selling their original art and fine craft wares. This event is free and open to the public, beginning at 10 a.m. on both days, ending at 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 7, and then 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 8. A wide array of art forms comprise this outdoor art and craft festival including pottery, metal and glass work, photography, distinctive jewelry, paintings and sculptures, all of original design with the artists on site. There are artisans who throw pots, turn wood, paint on feathers, create glass sculptures, forge metal, and photograph beautiful landscapes, including beach and historic settings in Hampton Roads. | |
| Contact name | Nikki Duncan | |
| Phone | 757-385-2990 | |
| Event Website | Event Site | |
| Email Event Promoter | Click Here | |
| Show hours | Sat 10-5 Sun 10-4 | |
| Application Deadline | 2010-06-04 | |
| Setup time | Friday 2-7 and Sat morning before 9:30 | |
| Location Type | Same great show. This same location last year - terrific! | |
| Still Accepting Applications | NO | |
| Public Admission Price | free | |
| Attendance | 22000 | |
| Attendance Method | EAnticipated | |
| Year # | 35 | |
| Parking | great parking at high school and shuttle buses to park | |
| Parking Fee | free | |
| Vendor Parking | near school | |
| Restrooms | indoor airconditioned restrooms | |
| Entertainment | Stop by the Main Stage for live music including smooth jazz, oldies, and easy listening. Performing on the stage throughout the weekend will be local favorites. Saturday will feature the Incognito Brothers and the Steve Daley Band; Sunday featuring the Al Magness Jazz Ensemble and Eddie Sal. | |
| Activities | The non-stop fun at the Childrens Stage features face painting each day. Saturday brings the Richmond-based Uncle Ty-Rones World Ventriloquism Show, which is full of energy and fun for all ages, young and old alike. Childrens Stage on Sunday includes juggling by Tim Noland, and interactive story time with movement and music. | |
| Jury Fee | $15 | |
| Jury Check | YES | |
| Jury Requirements | 4 work and 1 booth CD | |
| Past Deadline Fee | 25 | |
| Art/Craft Space price | $150 | |
| Art/Craft Spaces this year | 100 | |
| Food spaces this year | 10 | |
| Retail Space this year | 100 | |
| Food Space Price | 500 | |
| Retail Space Price | $150 10x10 | |
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