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Thank you to everyone that made the inaugural Old First Ward Art Festival possible. We can't wait to do it again next year 

**information will continue to be added to our site as we get closer to the event. Check back for workshop and music schedules, transit options including bike parking, suggested bus routes and car parking suggestions. **
 

Join us at The Old First Ward Community Center
for 2 days of Immersive Art Workshops, Live Music,
Music Workshops, Arts and Crafts Vendors.


Friday, September 22nd, 5pm-10pm and Saturday September 23rd, 12pm -10pm

Republic St. between Tennessee Street and Vandalia Street

• FREE AND FAMILY FRIENDLY   • OUTDOOR EVENT   • BEER/WINE/FOOD WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
•THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT (NO RAIN DATE)

 

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Free Art & Music Workshops 

The Old First Ward Art & Heritage Festival is an exciting event that features free art and music workshops, live music, and arts & crafts vendors. The festival is the

perfect way to explore the area’s history

and get creative with us.
 

We invite you to join us for a day of creative exploration and cultural celebration. Come enjoy the live music, browse the art and craft vendors, and take part in the free workshops. 

Live Music

Art & Music 

WORKSHOPS

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Arts & Crafts Vendors 

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More details coming soon ! 

Let's Get Creative

COMMUNITY

Volunteers 

Want to be a part of the day, but aren't exactly sure how, apply below to volunteer and we will assign you to an area of the Festival where you can help out and enjoy the day !

CONTACT
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