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This annual festival is one of the Mid South's
longest running fine arts festivals.
RiverArtsFest 2008 will be a 2 day
celebration of the visual and performing arts
with attractions and activities appropriate for
all ages. The event, which is free and
open to the public (thanks to our many fine
sponsors) is held in the heart of our
redeveloped downtown area on Historic South
Main. This area is an ideal location as it
is easily accessible and home to some of the
city's finest galleries and restaurants with
lots of free parking to be found.
(Handicap Parking Available)
The 2008
RiverArtsFestival features:
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A
Juried
Artist Market featuring 150+ gallery
quality artist in an open air setting.
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Live
entertainment on five stages
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Culinary
delights from some of the local restaurants
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Artists
in Motion demonstrating new an innovative
artistic techniques
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Art du
Jour is a hands on attraction for kids of
all ages.
When:
The dates and times of operation for River Arts
Fest 2008 are:
November 1, 2008 10am to 6pm
November 2, 2008 10am to
5pm
Artist Market close at 5pm
First
Aid: A first aid station is located in front
of the fire station at the corner of South Main
and Butler.
Free
Bike Parking: Racks available along South
Main.
Beer and
Wine will be served (to patrons 21yrs or older).
Soft drinks and water will be sold by vendors
located throughout the festival area.
General Parking: Ample parking downtown
with Trolley access to the festival. For a
small fee you may also park in the grounds
adjacent to the farmers market pavilion.
Handicap Parking : Available in the lot
off St. Paul behind the festival staging office.
Restrooms:
Portable facilities are located as indicated on
the festival map.
Come Join
us for a fun weekend of Fine Art, Food, Fun and
Music at River Arts Fest 2008
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