Bluffton showcases “art all around us” on May 9
On Saturday, May 9, Bluffton will celebrate the “art all around us” with the 49th annual Bluffton Arts & Crafts Festival. This street-festival style show is open to vendors with noncommercial arts and crafts. The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce is taking applications with early bird discounts through April 17.
The 9 a.m.-3 p.m. street-festival style show is held on Bluffton’s Main Street and includes attractions for the whole family, including food, live music, and children’s activities.This is one of the longest-standing arts and crafts shows in the state. It is held on the day before Mother’s Day. Shoppers will want to bring Mom or find the perfect gift.
Fees for booth space are $45 each through April 17; $65 each April 18-May 1; and $25 each for Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce members, deadline May 1. Vendor guidelines and registration forms are available at https://www.explorebluffton.com/arts-crafts-festival.
Inquiries regarding food vendors, children’s activities, and entertainment should be directed to the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce at [email protected] and (419) 369-2985.
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