Upcoming events.
Mclean Holiday Art and Crafts Festival
This highly anticipated, three-day, indoor show features talented, juried, regional artisans with one-of-a-kind gifts for every budget. The special shopping experience includes pottery, glass, jewelry, holiday decor, mixed media, fashion accessories, wood, fine art, and artisanal foods.
The Festival will be held on December 6 – 8, 2024, at the McLean Community Center (MCC) in McLean, Virginia. The McLean Community Center, located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean, VA, is ADA compliant and provides a delightful venue with music and an onsite café.This year’s Festival will include a VIP Happy Hour on Friday, December 6th from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Capital Art and Craft Festival
The Capital Art and Craft Festival features works of art and fine crafts presented by more than 300 juried artists. Artists will offer a wide variety of handmade art in mediums including clothing/textiles/fiber, food and beverage, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, painting and prints, photography, pottery/clay, printmaking, and wood.
Festivals are open to the public. Parking is free and plentiful. Tickets are available for purchase beginning a month before the event. Discounts are available for senior citizens and children under the age of 12 are admitted at no charge.
29th Annual Art on the Avenue
Art on the Avenue is a multicultural arts festival held in the Del Rey neighborhood of Alexandria, Virginia, celebrating out community's diversity through the arts. Every year, thousands of visitors stroll down Mt. Vernon Avenue in Del Ray, Alexandria, between Bellefonte and Hume Avenues — people are greeted by more than 300 artists (jewelers, silversmiths & beaders, woodworkers, pottery makers, soap crafters, glass makers, unique painters, sculptors, fabric artists & more), musicians (Irish, folk, rock-n-roll, country & more), and food vendors (hot dogs, BBQ, Indian, Mexican, pizza, crab cakes, chocolate bananas dipped on sticks, homemade cider donuts & more). Kids activities have always been a vital part of the festival — stuff your own scarecrow, paint a pumpkin, lotus flower design, weave screen art, to name a few.
Annmarie Sculpture Garden Artsfest '24
Join me in Solomons, Maryland - where the Patuxent River meets the Chesapeake Bay - for a fabulous weekend of the visual and performing arts with 180 artists booths, 40+ performers, activities for kids, great food, wine & beer, and much more!
Reserve your tickets online! Ticket options: One-day pass - $10/person online ($13 at the gate, if not sold out); weekend pass - $15/person (available online only); kids 11 & under free; members free; all sales are final; SNAP card holders, please email info@annmariegarden.org to inquire about reduced cost tickets. Rain or shine event, no pets, smoking in designated areas only
22nd Annual Alexandria Old Town Art Festival
Located off Duke Street and next to Whole Foods, this beautiful park-like setting is perfectly situated to host this spectacular event. John Carlyle Square is only 2 blocks from the famous King Street in the heart of the Old Town district and is close to the King St. Metro station. The show is rated as one of the top 100 art shows in Sunshine Artist Magazine.
33rd Tephra ICA Arts Festival
Now in its 33rd year, the Tephra ICA Arts Festival (formerly titled the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival) will take place on May 18-19, 2024 at Reston Town Center. Over 200 contemporary artists and artisans will travel from across the country to present original handmade artwork to share with Festival audiences. Drawing upon a robust exhibitor and collector base coupled with Tephra ICA’s contemporary art foundation, the Festival has become one of the region’s most anticipated events, attracting tens of thousands of people to the unique, outdoor environment of Reston Town Center.
DuPont Circle Cherry Blossom Pop-up Market
The Dupont Circle Cherry Blossom Pop-Up market, April 6th and 7th from 12-5 PM, with over 75 vendors lining the sidewalks around the circle:
The 2000 and 2100 blocks of P Street, the 1600 and 1700 blocks of Connecticut Avenue and the 1500 and 1600 Blocks of 17th Street. dupontcirclemainstreets.org/events
Capital Art and Craft Spring Festival
Join me in one of the largest indoor fine art and craft festivals in the area. Over 300 artists who have been selected by jury will be there. This three day indoor festival will be selling tickets soon, however if you reach out to me I can get you one of my 50 free passes!
Herndon Wintermarkt
The Herndon WinterMarkt is bringing the old world charm of Christmas in Europe to community-oriented Herndon, Virginia. These markets feature a delightful blend of holiday food, drinks, gifts, and decorations and have become well-known for their hand-crafted Christmas decorations, wood-working, artwork, and textiles. Our market is focused on showcasing the diversity of our community and the surrounding DC Metro area, in our lovely historic town.
McLean Holiday Art and Crafts Festival
Founded in 1982, The McLean Holiday Art & Crafts Festival is a highly anticipated and much beloved indoor, juried show featuring art and crafts made by approximately 80 regional artisans, as well other holiday-inspired activities. These handcrafted works include pottery, glass, jewelry, holiday decorations, mixed media, accessories, wood, fine art, artisanal foods, soaps and skin care, and more.
30th Annual Northern Virginia Christmas Market
Join me at the 30th Anniversary of the Northern Virginia Christmas Market. This year the event is held over Veterans Day weekend, with folks ready to start their Christmas shopping early!
Capital Art and Craft Festival Fall 2023
Mark your calendar for the Fall Capital Art and Craft Festival, October 13-15, 2023. This three-day festival features 250+ artists and their unique handmade treasures that are perfect for any home. Join us, and shop the largest event of the season in Northern Virginia!
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center: Arts Fest 2023
Join me in Solomons, Maryland for a fabulous weekend of the visual and performing arts with 170+ artists booths, 40+ performers, activities for kids, great food, wine & beer, and much more!
Unsurpassed beauty awaits you at Artsfest '23! Set amidst the spectacular backdrop of the 30 acre sculpture garden, Artsfest is truly a unique arts experience! Explore the excitement of the Tent Circle and the Arts Building, then wander the shady Wooded Path to find artists and activities nestled in the beautiful woods at Annmarie.
Black Swam Arts Festival
Experience three days of free concerts and fine art shows in historic downtown Bowling Green, Ohio. The Black Swamp Arts Festival is an award-winning art festival and the largest free live music festival in Ohio. Fun fact: The Black Swamp Arts Festival is a non-profit run entirely by volunteers.
Admission is free. Seriously, there are no tickets. It's a great time for all.
32nd Tephra ICA Arts Festival
Now in its 32nd year, the Tephra ICA Arts Festival (formerly Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival) will take place May 20–21, 2023 and will highlight more than 200 artists who are creating unique, handmade works in the fields of fine art and craft. Drawing upon a robust exhibitor and collector base coupled with Tephra ICA’s contemporary art foundation, the Festival has become one of the region’s most anticipated events, attracting tens of thousands of people to the unique, outdoor environment of Reston Town Center. The Festival is comprised of one-on-one experiences, performances, and special events leaving an exciting, thoughtful mark in the region.
4th Annual Chevy Chase/ Washington DC Fine Arts Festival
Howard Alan Events takes great pride in presenting the most renowned artists from across the nation to Chevy Chase. Set amidst the charming pedestrian-friendly walks of the Shops at Wisconsin Place, art enthusiasts can explore a wide array of exquisite, one-of-a-kind pieces made in the USA. HAE's rigorous screening process guarantees an exceptional selection of sculptures, pottery, jewelry, photography, mixed-media, paintings, and beyond, catering to even the most sophisticated artistic preferences. This exclusive exhibition is conveniently located on Wisconsin and Western, conveniently bordering both Washington, DC and Chevy Chase, MD
9th Annual Arlington Festival of the Arts
The Arlington Festival of the Arts is in the hottest area of Arlington- Clarendon! Clarendon is in the heart of the Arlington restaurant scene, nightlife and shopping. The festival is outdoors on N. Highland Street and N. Hartford Street in the Clarendon Neighborhood. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover handmade-in-the-USA, original works of art across every medium. HAE's careful vetting process ensures the finest and most diverse offerings of sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography, mixed-media, painting and more will be available to suit even the most discerning artistic tastes.
Capital Art and Craft Festival - Spring 2023
Come see me this spring at the Capital Art and Craft Festival at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, VA!
Leesburg Holiday Fine Art and Crafts Show
No big-box shopping here! This show features local and regional artisans selling hand-made items including candles, stained glass, carved wood, jewelry, table linens, and more. Find something for everyone on your shopping list and a little something to brighten your home this season. Admission and parking for this show are free. Face masks are required for entrance.
Capital Art and Craft Festival
Join us October 14-16, 2022 for the Fall Art and Craft Festival. This three-day festival features over 200 artists and their unique handmade treasures that are perfect for any home. Join us, and shop the largest event of the season in Northern Virginia!
AnnMarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center - Arts Fest 2022
Join me at the 30th Annual Artsfest Fine Arts Festival
Saturday & Sunday, September 17 & 18, 2022
10:00am-5:00pm both days
(masks encouraged outside; masks required inside)
Join us in Solomons, Maryland - where the Patuxent River meets the Chesapeake Bay - for a fabulous weekend of the visual and performing arts with 160+ artists booths, 35 performers on four stages, activities for kids, great food, wine & beer, and much more!
Unsurpassed beauty awaits you at Artsfest '22! Set amidst the spectacular backdrop of the 30 acre sculpture garden, Artsfest is truly a unique arts experience! Explore the excitement of the Tent Circle and the Arts Building, then wander the shady Wooded Path to find artists and activities nestled in the beautiful woods at Annmarie. It's an event like no other, waiting for you and your family in Solomons, Maryland.
Enjoy more than 160 artist booths, 35 performers on four stages, activities for kids in the Discovery Tent, Studio School, and the Zany Zone, along with great food, wine & beer, and much more! Street performers, including bubble artists and musicians, will be found throughout the festival! It's a fabulous weekend of visual and performing arts set amidst the backdrop of beautiful Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, Maryland.
Maker's Market at West Post National Landing
Located in West Post (formally Pentagon Row) in Arlington, VA. 20+ local artists and creators. Local food, sip and stroll. Free to attend.
Maker's Market at West Post National Landing
Located in West Post (formally Pentagon Row) in Arlington, VA. 20+ local artists and creators. Local food, sip and stroll. Free to attend.
Fredericksburg Arts and Crafts Show
Fredericksburg, MD. Show is Saturday April 2nd, 9:00-4pm and Sunday April 3rd, 10:00 - 3:00pm. Online Tickets $8. At the door admission is $12.
Capital Craft Fairs
Spring Art and Craft Festival. Plan to shop the largest event of the season in Northern Virginia. Over 200 local artisans and crafts persons. Tickets in advance $10, at the door $12 (available for purchase in February).
Spring Bling, A Hometown Fine Arts and Crafts Show
Ida Lee Park Recreation Center, 60 Ida Lee Drive NW, Leesburg, VA 20176
The show will take place indoors in the basketball courts, aerobics room and main hallway.
The Spring Bling brings you the most current trends in fashion accessories and home décor, all handcrafted by one of the many talented artisans featured at the show. You will find the latest designs in jewelry, handbags, scarves, pottery, candles, bath and body items, fine art, wood crafts and textiles, making this the perfect place to find a unique piece that is all you! Shop for beautifully handcrafted, one-of-a-kind gifts for Easter, Mother's Day and graduations! Event opens at 9:00 am and runs until 4:00 pm. Admission is free to the public.