Arkadelphia Festival of The Arts

Arkadelphia will be hosting the first annual outdoor Arkadelphia Festival of the Arts between Main and Clay Streets and 9th to 7th Streets. A community affair featuring an array of unique talents. Artists and artisans from Southwest Arkansas will have a multitude of original designs for viewing and selections for sale A wide variety of mediums have been juried and set to be on display, including wood carving, fiber art, pottery, paintings handmade purses, photography, basket weaving, paint pour and jewelry. The Festival begins on Friday, October 15 with the artist's booths opening at 11 am, and live music starting that afternoon. Exhibits on Saturday, October 16 will open at 10 am. and the music performances will end the evening at midnight. This year, beyond the traditional experience of art, festival-goers can participate in the presentation and success of a highly favored craft - culinary. Through trucks and other kiosks, food will be available for attendees to taste delicious creations. This event promised to be fun for kids and adults.