The KIA Arts Fair is back!
The 71st annual Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair, the second oldest art fair in the country, is a two-day, juried show featuring over 100 fine artists. Staged in the shady, historic Bronson Park in downtown Kalamazoo, the Arts Fair is acclaimed for its friendly atmosphere and excellent art-collecting experience.
Friday, June 3, 12 pm – 8 pm
Artists in the Park 12 pm – 8 pm
Bell’s Beer Garden at the KIA 3pm – 10pm
Saturday, June 4, 9 am – 5 pm
Artists in the Park 9 am -5 pm
Children’s Activities 10 am – 4pm
Shop from a variety of artists in these specialty categories:
Ceramics / Glass
Fiber / Leather
Metal / Sculpture and Wood
Drawings, Print, and Pastels
Painting (Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor)
Precious Jewelry
Non-Precious Jewelry
2-D Mixed Media
3-D Mixed Media
Photography
The Arts Fair coincides with several well-established community activities including events such as the Do-Dah Parade, Art on the Mall, and Kalamazoo Pride. This beloved tradition marks the beginning of summer in Kalamazoo and is eagerly anticipated by all.
Friday Bell’s Beer Garden (wine too!) will be from 3 pm -10 pm on Friday. Sit back and relax with good food, music, and drinks while you people-watch outside the KIA at the corner of Park and South streets.
While you’re enjoying the downtown festivities, Don’t forget to stop by the KIA for FREE gallery admission from 11 am – 7 pm on Friday and 10 am – 5 pm on Saturday.
