I was so excited to be notified today of my acceptance to the Sidewalk Arts Festival this coming September.  My family originates from the great state of South Dakota and I look forward to driving up and hopefully seeing my uncle, cousins and nieces and nephews.

I hear that the Sidewalk Arts Festival (SWAF) is a FREE outdoor event with over 300 vendor booths featuring the region’s best fine art, folk art and craft artisans. Enjoy activities for kids, live entertainment, food vendors and more on the streets surrounding the Washington Pavilion. This event is a fundraiser for the Visual Arts Center at the Washington Pavilion and is the region’s largest one-day arts festival.  The 2018 Sidewalk Arts Festival on September 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

I will also be at the Wildlife West Music and Art Festival July 28, 2018. Artists will be there on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. The music festivals include workshops, open jams, and other events, providing entertainment and fun for musicians and visitors alike! All our music festivals allow plenty of time to fully enjoy the zoo and other Park features. Headliners include Karl Schiflett & Big Country Show, Wood & Wire,  The Cowboy Way and many more!!