More About Art in the Park 🎨 in Kent
Kent’s Art in the Park Festival, held the weekend after Labor Day, has become a premier community event for the city. This festival is a family friendly experience that attracts residents from all over Northeast Ohio. Art in the Park is hosted in Fred Fuller Park, Kent’s oldest and largest park with majestic trees and scenic walking trails along the Cuyahoga river. 2021’s event featured 92 artists who expressed their creative talents through photography, paintings, artful apparel, ceramics and pottery, drawings, jewelry, glasswork, metal, mixed media, sculpture and wood. This includes youth artists, who have a valuable contribution to the world of art. Art In the Park emphasizes the “Young At Art” with a designated area for artists 3rd through 12th grade.
There are numerous demonstrations throughout the two day event where community members can experience art with their own hands. The annual Sylvia Coogan Silent Auction is stocked with items donated by exhibitors to benefit future art programs. In addition to the wonderful visual art experiences, music is performed on the main stage throughout both days. Many of the regions favorite performers will delight attendees with a wide variety such as jazz, country, folk music and children’s interactive music. A variety of delicious food vendors will be available to choose from as well.
Art In The Park is a juried show featuring both local and regional artists. Monetary prizes are awarded to best of show, first, second, and third places. Ribbons are awarded for honorable mention and best display.
Kent Parks & Recreation presents the 29th Annual Art in the Park Festival, located at Fred Fuller Park (601 Middlebury Rd) in Kent, Ohio.
Art in the Park features displayed and demonstrated artwork, live music performances, children's activities, and food vendors. The Festival will be held on Saturday September 10th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Sunday the 11th from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Parking is located across the street from Fred Fuller Park in the Event Parking Lot.
As the festival approaches, please keep an eye out for more details. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at (330) 673-8897 or at oliver.wuensch@kent-ohio.org. See less
There are numerous demonstrations throughout the two day event where community members can experience art with their own hands. The annual Sylvia Coogan Silent Auction is stocked with items donated by exhibitors to benefit future art programs. In addition to the wonderful visual art experiences, music is performed on the main stage throughout both days. Many of the regions favorite performers will delight attendees with a wide variety such as jazz, country, folk music and children’s interactive music. A variety of delicious food vendors will be available to choose from as well.
Art In The Park is a juried show featuring both local and regional artists. Monetary prizes are awarded to best of show, first, second, and third places. Ribbons are awarded for honorable mention and best display.
Kent Parks & Recreation presents the 29th Annual Art in the Park Festival, located at Fred Fuller Park (601 Middlebury Rd) in Kent, Ohio.
Art in the Park features displayed and demonstrated artwork, live music performances, children's activities, and food vendors. The Festival will be held on Saturday September 10th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Sunday the 11th from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Parking is located across the street from Fred Fuller Park in the Event Parking Lot.
As the festival approaches, please keep an eye out for more details. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at (330) 673-8897 or at oliver.wuensch@kent-ohio.org. See less
Date & Time
September 10, 2022
11:00am - 5:00pm
Additional Dates
This event also occurs on:
09/11/2022
Location
Fred Fuller Park
497 Middlebury Rd
Kent, OH 44240
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