Virginia- Highland Summerfest – 2018 Highlights
It’s our 35th year of Art, Music and Fun!
Art: Did you know that Sunshine Artist Magazine recognized Summerfest 2017 as one of the top 100 Classic and Contemporary Craft Shows in the U.S.? This year, the juried Artist Market again welcomes more than 200 fine artists working in a wide variety of media – painting, sculpture, clay, photography, jewelry, textiles/fiber, wood, metal, graphics and mixed media. Come check it out and find that perfect addition to your home!
Local Market: Summerfest is also pleased to bring back the popular Local Market, begun in 2016. This area features Georgia artisans who craft a variety of gourmet food and home products like honey, seasonings, soaps, dog treats and candles. With 30 vendors selling tasty and unique items that ignite the senses, the Local Market offers plenty of temptation.
New this Year:
- On Saturday from 10am – 6pm, race your friends down Barnett Street (adjacent to John Howell Park) on adult-sized big wheels. Just $5 and the winners get a prize!
- Come visit “Va-Hi House”, a shaded sports bar located on Virginia/Park Drive.
Free Music Weekend: This year’s music lineup will have you dancing all weekend, kicking off Friday night with Moontower, expertly covering your favorite rock hits from the Beatles, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin and more at the N. Highland Stage. The Main Stage at John Howell Park features a variety of indie music acts headlined on Saturday night by explosive electro-jazz-funk-rock group Kung Fu. Supporting acts include Gurufish, a soulful blend of pop-funk and Voodoo Visionary, a rock & roll group who draws from elements of jazz, funk and disco. Come back on Sunday and jive to the high-energy southern gothic swing sounds (and daring feats of sword-swallowing) from Mayhayley’s Grave & Bonafide Sideshow, followed by the Georgia Music Awards 2015 Americana Artist of the Year Alex Guthrie and his soulful, blues-tinged rock band.
Check out the rest of our talent-packed lineup at www.vahisummerfest.com/music