Peggy Jo Studio Newsletter Blog

October 25*
Dexter
Art on the Farm
6th Annual Show & Sale
LAKEVIEW FARM
12075 Island Lake Rd.
10 am to 4 pm
30 regional artists & artisans in two huge barns! Live music, refreshments

NOVEMBER
November 7*
Birmingham
Winter Wonders Holiday Glass Show
Birmingham Unitarian Church
38651 Woodward Avenue
Shop for beautiful handmade glass beads, jewelry, ornaments, tiles and blown glass created by the S.E. Michigan Glass Beadmakers Guild.

November 14*
Brighton
Brighton Arts & Crafts Show
Maltby Middle School, 4740 Bauer Rd.
hosted by Brighton Community Education
10am-4pm
70 exhibitors
November 20 & 21*
Pleasant Ridge
The Ridge Fine Art & Handmade Wares Show
Community Center
4 Ridge Road, one block south of I-696 and one block west of Woodward
Friday 6 to 9 pm; Saturday 10 am to 5 pm
This show features 19 local artists, hand-picked for the outstanding quality of their work. A “home show”-like setting offers a relaxed and fun shopping experience.
November 21*
Canton
Plymouth-Canton Music Boosters Holiday Arts & Crafts Ensemble
Plymouth High School
Beck Road S. of Joy Road
9 am to 4 pm
90 exhibitors
Here is a good outing for a cold Saturday–take a friend and head over to the high school to support the artists, the parent’s fundraising, have some fun shopping and find some good things for yourself. See you there!
For more info: www.pcmb.net/artcraft
November 21 & 22*
Midland
Holiday Art Fair
Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art
Midland Center for the Arts
This annual Holiday Art Fair is held indoors at the Midland Center for the Arts. The Center is transformed into a holiday festival with 100 artists’ booths, a Sweet Shop offering fresh-baked treats, local entertainment, Museum School faculty demonstrations, Children’s Corner and a special visit from Santa Claus.
November 28 & 29*
Sterling Heights
St. Nick’s Warehouse
Henry Ford II High School
Clinton River Rd.
Saturday – 9 am to 5 pm; Sunday – 10 am to 4 pm 29th annual Holiday show features over 200 artists and craftspeople with unique and affordable gift items. This is the best of the best of Craft Show Holiday boutiques. Great shopping!
For more info: www.stnickswarehouse.com
DECEMBER
Fair of the Month: Potters Market in Madison Heights
The 34th Annual Potters Market will be held December 4-6. This is the largest pottery sale of its kind in the country. Nearly 40,000 pieces of pottery (pots, vases, platters, tiles, lamps, mugs, etc.) by over 130 potters will be for sale at this very popular event. Admission and parking are free. The sale fills every nook and cranny of the UF & CW Union Hall in Madison Heights.
December 4-6*
Potters Market
UF & CW Hall
Friday: 10 am to 8 pm; Saturday: 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm
December 5*
Ypsilanti
Shadow Art Fair
Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St. at Forest
Noon to midnight
50 artists
Gotta love this slogan: One Day. 40+ Artists and 9000 gallons of beer
December 6 & 7
Metamora
Holiday Show in Downtown Metamora
Old Town Hall and Masonic Temple Building
Saturday 10 am to 9 pm; Sunday noon to 5 pm
Free admission
20 juried, invitational artists
December 6, 13 & 20
Mt. Clemens
Open House at Mt. Clemens Blown Glass
15 N. Rose St.
Noon to 5 pm
Many unique gifts priced under $20
December 7
Wyandotte
Biddle Gallery Trunk Show
Biddle Gallery
2840 Biddle Ave.
Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
Additionally, some interesting places to shop for fine art and crafts for the holidays:
Ann Arbor – Ann Arbor Art Center – Holiday Gift Gallery begins November 19*
Battle Creek – Art Center of Battle Creek – Holly Mart, October 31-December 23*
Birmingham – Birmingham-Bloomfield Art Assn., December 2 6:30 – 9:00 pm, December 4* open to the Public
Dearborn- Padzieski Gallery (in Ford Performing Arts Center) November 20-December 20
Detroit – Detroit Artists’ Market – Nov. 6 to Dec. 23*
Lansing – Lansing Art Gallery – Holiday Art Market – Nov. 20 to Dec. 23* – 113 S. Washington Sq.

Midland – Creative 360 – Stage, Studio, & Gallery ( formerly known as Creative Spirit Art Center) – Nov. 17 to Dec. 28 canceled for 2009, should return in 2010
Mt. Clemens – Anton Art Center – Nov. 20 to Dec. 20*
For more info: www.theartcenter.org
Northville – Bubbles and Baubles, holiday invitational show and sale; sponsored by the Northville Arts
Commission – at the Art House, 215 W. Cady St., November 16 to December 14
Plymouth – Plymouth Community Art Center – gallery opening November 1
Rochester – Paint Creek Center for the Arts – Nov.1 – Dec. 23
Romeo- Starkweather Gallery – Nov. 7 to Dec. 23
St. Clair – St. Clair Artists Association Gallery – Nov. 21 to Dec. 22
For more info: www.stclairart.org
Taylor – Downriver Arts Council Home Gallery – Oct. 26 to Dec. 14
St. Joseph- Krasl Art Center – Holly Market gift show – Nov. 7 to 12*
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JANUARY 2010
Not a great month for art fairs. We recommend for your ‘art fix’ that you visit the galleries we listed for December.
But for a serious art fix this is a great month to visit the Detroit Institute of the Arts to enjoy the effects of the recent DIA renovation and expansion which made for a significant increase in gallery space for special exhibitions.
Viewing the inaugural special exhibition of paintings by former DetroiterJulie Mehretu: City Sitings would be a good starting place (November 23 to March 30). Mehretu is a truly exceptional artist whose work, in both scale and subject matter, both complement and contrast with Diego Rivera’s Detroit Industryfrescoes. The DIA is a great place to visit on Sunday mornings for Brunch with Bach, or a wonderful cure for cabin fever on a Sunday afternoon.
And, not to be overlooked, the Detroit Artists Market, established in 1923, just down the street from the DIA at 4719 Woodward. This is always a great place to view cutting edge work and give you the opportunity to discover new artists and help them establish their careers. Open Tuesday – Saturday, 11 am to 6 pm.
FEBRUARY
Show of the Month: Garage Sale Art Fair (sponsored listing)
“Home of the Art-Rageous Deal!”
Kalamazoo
February
Save the Date! I hope you are reading this in plenty of time to write this one into your calendar. You love art fairs, but sometimes you also like a bargain. This cool event combines the two enabling you to have fun, get out of the house, find treasures and save some money. Brought to you Bonnie Blandford(jeweler) and Michael Kifer (potter), two artists who know this marketplace and want to see you there.
Remember, think garage sale and bring your cash! Come early for the best selection. Come back later for the best deals.
February 27*
Kalamazoo
14th Annual Garage Sale Art Fair
Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds on Lake Street
Saturday, 9:30 to 4:00
Admission: $2.00
110 exhibitors
You know you love art fairs, but did you know that artists, just like stores, sometimes have leftover inventory and/or ’seconds’? This amazing event at the fairgrounds really brings out the bargain hunters.Get there early to get the best deals in painting, photography, jewelry, clothing, ceramics, glass and more.
Visit the excellent website for a list of exhibitors, info and maps that should answer any of your questions: www.GarageSaleArtFair.com
MARCH
March 13* (sponsored listing)
Canton
6th Annual PCMB Spring Arts & Crafts Ensemble
Plymouth High School
Beck Road S. of Joy Road
9 am to 4 pm
90 exhibitors
When the funds dried up for the nationally recognized marching band of Plymouth-Canton (the top-rated band in the state and three times national champion) the parents stepped up with fund raising efforts. Therefore, lots of love and care go into making this a successful event.
Here is a good outing for a cold Saturday–take a friend and head over to the high school to support the artists, the parent’s fundraising, have some fun shopping and find some good things for yourself. See you there!
For more info: www.pcmb.net/artcraft
March 21
Grand Rapids
SpringFest presented by the West Michigan Potters Guild
Church of the Servant, 3825 Burton SE9 am to 4 pm

March 28
Saline
Spring Craft Show
Saline Middle School
Saturday 8 am to 3:30 pm
135 Exhibitors
March 7*
Dearborn
Dearborn Women’s Expo
Community and Performing Arts Center
Corner of Greenfield and Michigan Ave.
10 am to 5 pm
APRIL
Event of the Month: Great Lakes Art Fair (sponsored listing)
April 23-25*
Rock Financial Showplace

NEW EVENT! The Great Lakes Art Fair offers fine artists and their patrons an expansive new regional marketplace that promises to bring a fresh energy to the artistic community. Its’ mission is to bring a first class indoor fine art show to the discriminating patrons of the area and to become a new bi-annual destination event.

Imagine walking through a fashionable downtown, surrounded by amazing art displays, while browsing past City Squares jam packed with action. Each City Square will offer something different, including plentiful gardens by our landscape partners, original performances not seen anywhere else and the Marketplace Cafe where attendees can truly feel like they are in an authentic outdoor cafe.

The best part is….Great Lakes Art Fair will bring you all of this without ever stepping outdoors!

April 4 & 5
Hartland
5th Annual Spring Fling Art Sale
presented by the Black Sheep Weaver’s Guild
Huron Valley Council for the Arts (HVCA)
205 W. Livingston Rd. (2 blocks south of M-59 and 1 block west of Milford Rd.)
Expect wearable art, hand spun yarn, hand-wovens, art dolls, rugs, quilts, jewelry and beadwork

April 22-25*
Traverse City
From Women’s Hands
Hagerty Center
715 East Front St.
150 Exhibitors
Women’s Art Exhibit and sale to benefit Women’s Cancer Fund, a celebration of life and art. The power of individuals working towards a common benefit.

April 23-25*
Novi
Great Lakes Art Fair
Rock Financial Showplace – 46100 Grand River Ave.
10 am to 6 pm
Admission: $7.00; Parking: FREE
Opening Night Reception Friday, April 23rd – 7 pm
Ticket Price: $50
On Friday evening the Great Lakes Art Fair will host an opening reception for artists, their patrons and the public. The goal of this reception is to create an environment where artists and the public can socialize while raising money for a very fine cause…Detroit Public Television & Radio network. Along with entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, attendees will be able to stroll and purchase from the “Art on the Town Gallery” which will feature the best works of the Great Lakes Art Fair’s artists.
Expect:
• 140 artist displays
• beautifully landscaped avenues and gardens
• student art displays
• artist demonstrations
• art based entertainment
• a Marketplace Café offering high quality cuisine in sync with the overall event feel
“Red Jag” by Tom Hale exhibiting at Great Lakes Art Fair

Download a discounted admission ticket
For more info: www.GreatLakesArtFair.com
OR: 248.348.5600 or info@greatlakesartfair.com
MAY
May 2
West Bloomfield
Westacres Artists Market
Westacres Clubhouse, 3700 Westacres Dr.
80 local artists will be showing their work inside the Westacres clubhouse and on the clubhouse grounds.

May 9 & 10
Birmingham
Birmingham Fine Art Festival
Shain Park, downtown Birmingham
Sat. – 10 am to 6 pm; Sun. – 10 am to 5 pm
225 Exhibitors
In its’ 27th year this fine event heralds Spring and the beginning of the art fair season in Michigan. Sponsored by the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Association.
May 15 & 16*
Rochester Hills
Fine Art at the Village
Village Shopping Center, at corner of Adams and Walton
Saturday 10 am to 9 pm; Sunday Noon to 6 pm
100 Exhibitors
For more info: fineartatthevillage.com
May 22 & 23*
East Lansing
East Lansing Art Festival
Downtown E. Lansing
230 Exhibitors
This is the best chance for the people who live in mid-Michigan to pick up some fine art and craft in this very enjoyable festival in downtown E. Lansing, adjacent to the MSU campus. Enhanced by good food and music that complements the atmosphere, a great place to spend a spring day.
For more info: http://www.elartfest.com/
JUNE
Show of the Month: Art Rapids!
Elk Rapids – June 26*
(sponsored listing)
Just as the summer season is heating up appears this third year event, one day only, a juried fine arts event held on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay. In this beautiful setting for an art fair you are invited to stroll the galleries and shops of this arts-oriented village and find treasures at the art fair.
This is a true community event put together by the residents of the Elk-Torch Lake areas to herald the summer. See June 27 below for more details.
June 4-6*
Mt. Clemens
Mount Clemens Art Fair
downtown Mt. Clemens
presented by the Anton Art Center and the Mount Clemens DDA
200 exhibitors
For more info: TheArtCenter.org
June 4 & 5
Kalamazoo
59th Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Art Fair
downtown
200 Artists
Friday 5 pm to 9 pm; Saturday 9 am to 5 pm
The best of Michigan’s artists show up with their finest work to show the seriously shopping public. The KIA has done a wonderful job of keeping this show fresh and returning the favorite artists. A discerning jury brings you a wide variety of art and prices. Out-of-state artists vie to join us and some make the cut.
High quality paintings, ceramics, wearables, sculpture and more are there to tempt you. This event is the synthesis of all that is good about an art fair. It’s an easy drive to Kalamazoo and a great place to spend a Saturday. Visit the fine restaurants that surround park when you are finished shopping.
June 6 & 7
Midland
Summer Art Fair
Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art
Midland Center for the Arts
160 Artists
June 5 & 6*
Lapeer
Lapeer Celebrates the Arts
downtown on historic Court House Square
Saturday 10 am to 5 pm; Sunday noon to 5 pm
50 juried artists
Expect a fine arts festival, music and food
June 6 & 7
Chelsea
Chelsea Painters Art Fair
Chelsea Community Hospital Campus
10 am to 5 pm
30 painters
June 12*
Berkley
Berkley Art Bash
on 12 Mile
10 am to 6 pm
It’s not just an Art Fair – It’s a Street Party! 12 Mile will be closed from 6 am until 7 pm between Tyler and Wakefield Streets. Attendees will enjoy strolling and shopping through Berkley’s family-friendly, charming downtown district.
June 12 & 13*
Flint
39th Annual Flint Art Fair
on the grounds of the Flint Institute of Arts
160 Artists
Ranked in the top 80 of art fairs nationally, according to Sunshine Artist Magazine, the Flint Art Fair has been a summer destination for over 20,000 art fair lovers throughout Michigan and Canada for the past 40 years. Presented by the Friends of Modern Art, a fundraising auxiliary of the Institute.
June 12 & 13*
Royal Oak
15th Annual Royal Oak Clay and Glass Show
on Washington Avenue in downtown Royal Oak
Saturday 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday noon to 5 pm
140 Artists
Great pottery and that ever increasingly popular collectible, glass, in fashionable downtown Royal Oak with great restaurants nearby.
For more info: www.royaloakchamber.com
June 20
E. Grand Rapids
Reeds Lake Art Festival
135 Artists
A great place to finish your Saturday shopping. The Reeds Lake Art Festival is the only event in Grand Rapids to bring you a juried fine art fair. Don’t miss it.

June 20
Battle Creek
Art Fair in the Park
Mill Race Park, downtown
presented by the Art Center of Battle Creek
10 am to 4 pm
75 artists
June 26* (sponsored listing)
Elk Rapids
Art Rapids!
by the bay in Memorial Park
Saturday – 10 am to 5 pm
60 Artists
Enjoy the gentle breezes off Grand Traverse Bay while browsing through this juried art fair in a stunning setting. Elk Rapids is a charming harbor town just north of Traverse City with a growing reputation as an art-focused community.
The fair is sponsored by a non-profit group of arts minded citizens and area art galleries who host the artists in this sweet one day art fair. Expect to see paintings, jewelry, glass, ceramics, sculpture, photography and all the other intriguing offerings that art fairs bring you. What else? Strolling musicians, art demonstrations, open galleries, kids activity tent. Musicians and dancers will provide entertainment throughout the day.
Now doesn’t this sound like a great place to enjoy a summer day?
For more info: www.artrapids.org

June 26-28
Mount Clemens
Stars & Stripes Fine Art Festival
part of the Stars & Stripes Festival
downtown
Friday & Saturday 11 am-11 pm; Sunday 11 am-8 pm
Expect a fine art show, children’s activities, fireworks on Friday night, food vendors and live national local entertainment.
For more info: www.starsandstripesfest.com
June 27
Detroit
6th Annual Jazzin on Jefferson
Jefferson Avenue at Alter
40 artists
For more info: www.jazzinonjefferson.com
June 27 & 28
Lathrup Village
Art in the Park
Municipal Park on Southfield Rd. (between 11 and 12 Mile Roads)
Saturday, 10 am to 7 pm; Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm
100 Artists
Shop for yourself or for others at this juried fine art show in a leisurely and gracious setting. Enjoy the fabulous food court and listen to the music drifting from the gazebo. Doesn’t that sound great? In the great tradition of Michigan art fairs. Free parking.
Information: www.lathrupvillageartinthepark.com
June 27 & 28
St. Clair
37th Annual St. Clair Art Fair
Saturday – 10 am to 7 pm; Sunday – 10 am to 5 pm
134 Artists
One of the state’s original art fairs, held in a lovely setting along the St. Clair River, a gracious place to spend the day and add to your art collection. Easy access for all. Summer, sunshine, the river, art, music and children’s activities. Let’s go!
For more info: www.st.clairart.org
June 27 & 28
Northville
Art in the Sun
downtown streets
Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm; Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm
Downtown Northville is immersed in Victorian charm with many upscale boutiques, unique restaurants and businesses. A lovely place to spend the day.
JULY
Show of the month: Art on the Grand – Farmington
(sponsored listing)
As a visitor to this website it is an assumption that you love art fairs. It is also an assumption that you have been to the Ann Arbor Art Fair in years past and will likely make it there again this week. But how about a different art fair treat this week? Join us at:
Art on the Grand
Art, Music and Fun!
July 17-19
Historic downtown Farmington

The Farmington Founders Festival hosts Art on the Grand, the fine arts section of an annual community celebration, in historic downtown Farmington, July 18-20. Grand River Avenue comes alive with a fine juried art show, plus the rest of the festive trappings of an art fair including live music, a living statue, exploration art activities for kids and good food to keep up your energy for your art shopping.
July 2-4*
Muskegon
45th Muskegon Summer Celebration
Comerica Village Craft Market & Meijer Art in the Park
Summer erupts all over downtown Muskegon. Several events around the city host over 500 exhibitors, including Eastbrook Homes Art in the Park, nestled among the trees of Hackley Park in downtown Muskegon.
For more info: www.summercelebration.com
July 3*
Saugatuck
Waterfront Invitational Art Fair
Cook Park, corner of Butler and Culver Streets, Saugatuck
Sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Art Club
10 am to 5 pm
80 exhibitors
July 9
Harbor Springs
Northern Michigan Art Festival
Nub’s Nob Ski Resort
July 7-10*
Wyandotte
Wyandotte Street Art Fair
downtown on Biddle Street
300 Exhibitors
10 am to 11 pm
This city-sponsored art fair offers a wide variety of opportunities for artists and visitors to meet and celebrate summer. Expect stages with entertainment and a food court in addition to the artists gathered from around the country.
For more info: www.wyandotte.net
July 10-12
Plymouth
Art in the Park
450 Exhibitors
Friday – noon to 8 pm; Saturday – 10 am to 7 pm; Sunday – 10 am to 5 pm
July 11 & 12
Royal Oak
Royal Oak Outdoor Art Fair
13 Mile and Woodward
110 Artists
Saturday – 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday – 10 am to 5 pm
Held in a verdant park on Woodward, this unassuming event will surprise you with the quality of the art work for sale. July is the big month for art fairs in the Midwest and all the artists are working this weekend. Many of the exhibitors in this fair are from out of state but they make their summer homes in Michigan to take advantage of the excellent venues to be found here. This is not one of the spectacular events, but a quiet place to shop and make some great discoveries.
July 11 & 12
St. Joseph
Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff
along Lake Michigan
215 Artists
Saturday – 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday – 10 am to 5 pm
Arguably the most spectacular setting for an art fair. This juried fair overlooks Lake Michigan giving you a visually enthralling vista filled with creative works of art. Run by the Krasl Art Center you will be seeing the artists in a setting they love in the heart of the art fair season. This well established event will show you why we love art fairs in Michigan.
For more info: www.KraslArtFair.com
July 11 & 12
Warren
28th Annual Art in the Park
Warren Civic Center, just north of 12 Mile off Van Dyke
10 am to 5 pm both days
July 12 & 13
Port Sanilac
Port Sanilac Fine Arts Fair
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.
Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum grounds
south end of Port Sanilac on M25 in Michigan’s Thumb Area.
60 artists
Food booths, live music both afternoons, free admission
July 19*
Ann Arbor
Townie Party
Presented by the Ann Arbor Street Fair
For more info: www.artfair.org
July 21-24*
Ann Arbor
The Ann Arbor Art Fairs
Wed. – Friday, 10 am to 9 pm; Saturday – 10 am to 5 pm – never on Sunday
This enticing extravaganza of art is officially divided into four events, listed below. In addition to this, every square foot of outdoor space in this area has been sold to people who did not jury into these four events.
If there is something you have been hankering for, you can find it in Ann Arbor in July. People come from around the country and some shop all four days. Customers here for the first time are awed by the quantity and the quality of the creativity and vow to return next year. Come to add to your art collection, come to see the best in contemporary art, come to start your collection, you will not be disappointed.
Parking:The easiest way to avoid the traffic is to head to Briarwood Mall, on I-94, and take the shuttle to the fairs. Or, you can arrive early. There are a lot of parking structures adjacent to the exhibit areas that are full by noon (or sooner). The evenings are also a great time to shop and the nearby parking is easier to find in the downtown.
1. The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair
190 Artists On North University, near the Bell Tower
This is the original art fair that started the whole event. Established in 1959, it is highly juried – over 1000 applicants apply for the 190 spaces. The most avant garde work will be exhibited here, as well as many artists who rarely exhibit their work outdoors.
Townie Street Party on Monday night in the Street Fair area, near the Bell Tower.
For more info: www.artfair.org
2. South University Art Fair
200 Artists In the South University shopping district
Held in the area where the Street Fair was originally, this event organized by the local merchants has very high standards and some outstanding artwork.
3. State Street Area Art Fair
330 Artists
This fair, coordinated by the State Street Area merchants, has been around since l963. It is located on Liberty, Thompson and surrounding areas. Often you will find newcomers to the world of art fairs exhibiting here…the stars of tomorrow!
4. Summer Art Fair
Two locations: 250 Artists on Main Street and Liberty
200 Artists on State Street across from the Diag
Organized by the Michigan Guild, an artists organization, this show has the widest range of price levels of any of the Ann Arbor events. Uneven quality, it has some of the best in the show and some of the worst. It is easy to shop on Main Street with nearby parking and a plethora of restaurants.

July 17-19 (sponsored listing)
Farmington Hills
Art on the Grand
Historic downtown Farmington
Fri. & Sat. 10 to 9 (streets close at 9 am for parade)
Sunday 11 to 5
80 Exhibitors

Where can you go for the ultimate art fair experience, see live performances, let your children explore their creativity, find great art for your home, and shop for unique gifts? Head for Art on the Grand, the fine arts section of the Farmington Founders Festival!

Artists from around the country will be there to share their talents, including works in oil, watercolor and acrylic paintings, fiber art, photography, pastels, wood, ceramics, porcelain, glass, jewelry, metal and wire sculpture, and mixed media.

You can’t miss the yellow Art on the Grand signs, on the Northwest corner of Farmington and Grand River Avenue, including Memorial Park.

A free drop-in art tent for children all three days of the festival will provide fun for the little ones. A “living statue” will fascinate visitors on Saturday and live entertainment throughout the weekend will also be included!

Art on the Grand is presented by the City of Farmington Hills’ Special Services Department’s Cultural Arts Division. For more information, click here to see the website: www.foundersfestival.com
Or call (248) 473-1856.

July 18
Petoskey
Art in the Park
in downtown Petoskey’s Pennyslvania Park
sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce
10 am to 6 pm
130 exhibitors
Wander through the hostas to find everything from that perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for someone special to that jaw-dropping focal piece for the office. Items range in size from small, intricate pieces of jewelry, to functional wearable art, to big enough to take advantage of on-site UPS shipping. You’ll find something for everyone, even if they’re a budding art-lover or a seasoned collector of the fine things in life.
Northern Michigan in summer is paradise. Nestled again Little Traverse Bay Petoskey is at the epicenter of laid back yet classy living. Not to be outdone by the beaches and water sports fine stores, world-class restaurants and lodging have sprung up to entice you back again and again.
For more info: www.petoskey.com

July 23-25
Mount Pleasant
Arts & Crafts Festival
Downtown
100 Exhibitors
July 23-25*
Orchard Lake
Orchard Lake Fine Art Show
120 exhibitors
July 25
Traverse City
Artcenter Traverse City 49th Annual Outdoor Artfair
Northwestern Michigan College Campus
1701 E. Front St.
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
120 Exhibitors
July 25
Saugatuck
Village Square Art and Fine Crafts Fair
Village Square Park
10 am to 5 pm
Free admission
Sponsored by the Saugatuck-Douglas Art Club
149 Exhibitors
July 25 & 26
Marquette
Art on the Rocks
Presque Isle Park
175 Artists
Saturday – 10 am to 6 pm Sunday – 10 am to 5 pm
If you are vacationing in the north this is a great event to visit. Artists looking for a great place to spend their summer head here to share their goods in a beautiful park on the shores of Lake Superior.
July 31 – August 1
Walled Lake
Fine Art at the Lakes
on the grounds of Walled Lake Central High School, at the corner of
Oakley Park and South Commerce Roads
Sponsored by the Walled Lake Central Marching Band
Friday 5 pm to 9 pm; Saturday 10 am to 8 pm
Free admission and parking
100 Artists
Nestled in the lakes area of Oakland County this new event will feature fine art, live entertainment, a free children’s art tent and delicious food from popular local restaurants.
For more info: www.wlcbands.com
AUGUST
Show of the month: Charlevoix Waterfront Art Fair – August 8
This is without a doubt the best show of the year in the northern part of the state. In a beautiful setting on the harbor on Lake Charlevoix.
Do head up north…always wonderful weather, as beautiful as Michigan can be in the summer. Add to that a fine quality show of excellent art. Charlevoix gets many applications and can afford to be picky about their choices. Artists like to be in northern Michigan too and you’ll find the best of them here.
August 1
Holland
Art in the Park
Centennial Park
Sponsored by the Holland Friends of Art
250 exhibitors
9 am to 5 pm
August 1 & 2
Rochester Hills
Summer Fine Art at the Village
Village of Rochester Hills Shopping Center, Adams
at Walton
Saturday – 10 am to 8 pm; Sunday – 10 am to 6 pm
100 Exhibitors
For more info: fineartatthevillage.com
August 1 & 2
East Jordan
Portside Arts Fair
95 Exhibitors
August 1 & 2
Suttons Bay
Suttons Bay Art Fair
Suttons Bay Marina Park
Saturday 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
90 exhibitors
August 7-9
Milford
Milford Memories Art in the Village
Downtown
250 Exhibitors
August 8
Charlevoix
Charlevoix Waterfront Art Fair
on the waterfront, downtown Charlevoix
150 Artists
Saturday – from dawn to 5 pm
This popular event brings the collectors out early, browsing through the show for the treasures before the artists are ready. Well run and lots of fun.
August 8 & 9
Shelby Township
Shelby Township Art Fair
Shelby Township Municipal Grounds
10 am to 5 pm
100 exhibitors
For more info: www.shelbytownship.org
August 8 & 9
Monroe
Monroe Fine Art Fair
in the historic Downtown at Loranger Square
Presented by the Downtown Monroe Business Network
a part of the River Raisin Jazz Fest
60 exhibitors
For more info: www.dmbn.org

August 8 & 9
Brighton
Brighton Art Festival
Downtown
100 Exhibitors
August 14 & 15
Frankfort
33rd Annual Frankfort Art Festival
Market Square Park
sponsored by the Frankfort-Elberta Chamber of Commerce
Friday 4 pm-8 pm; Saturday 10 am to 5 pm
180+ Exhibitors
For more info: www.frankfort-elberta.com

and in nearby Indiana…
August 21 & 22*
Michigan City
Lakefront Festival of Art
Washington Park
100 Exhibitors
Looking for art in a classy setting? A lovely event presented by the Lubeznik Center for the Arts along the Lake Michigan shore. For more info: www.lubeznikcenter.org
August 22
Frankenmuth
Art Fair on Main Street
10 am to 5 pm
Sponsored by the Frankenmuth Arts Council
August 22 & 2
Keego Harbor
Big Fish Festival
Roosevelt School grounds
Sponsored by the Bloomfield North Chamber of Commerce
Sat. 11 am to 8 pm; Sun. 11 am to 5 pm
50 exhibitors
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Under Mich. Art Fairs, for ABE, you have posted a photo of some very interesting sculpture; who is the sculpor and is there a web site where I could view more of the work?
Posted by: Dennis L. Schroeder | February 08, 2008 at 09:08 AM
IS there any art fair going to be conducted in Canton this summer??
Posted by: jigna patel | April 08, 2008 at 09:22 AM
The sculpture you are viewing is that of the well-loved Sonny Dalton of Mattawan, MI. At 73 Sonny doesn’t do as many art fairs as he used to, but you can see him and his work on Labor Day weekend at Arts, Beats & Eats in Pontiac.
Posted by: Connie Mettler | April 11, 2008 at 05:35 PM
Jigna, I don’t know of any art fairs in Canton this summer. In fact, the only one I have listed for Canton is the Christkindl Markt at the art center in early winter.
If anyone knows of any Canton area art fairs, I’d surely like to hear about them.
Posted by: Connie Mettler | April 11, 2008 at 05:37 PM
I am a Michigan author, residing both downstate and up. I have self published a very important book on the often unrecognizable signs and stages of bipolar disorder. I am wondering if Authors/publishers are able to display their work at your festival? I am interested in having a book signing if a forum exists.
Please advise.
Posted by: Cynthia M. Sabotka | May 13, 2008 at 11:02 PM
Hey, to whomever posted this website, thanks a bundle! I was curious as to when and where certain art fairs would be, and now I know! The website was easy to find, and efficient to use! So, thank you!
Posted by: Art C. Fartsy | June 14, 2008 at 12:07 AM
I’m looking for information on the South Haven, Michigan show Labor Day weekend. Connie, do you have any information on this show?
Thanks!
Posted by: painter | August 08, 2008 at 01:57 AM
It would be nice if there were a printable version of the art fair calendar.
Posted by: Kim Edwards | August 17, 2008 at 12:44 PM
The Chamber of Commerce hosts an art fair at Stanley Johnston Park in South Haven on August 30 & 31. Visit their website for more info.
Posted by: Constance Mettler | August 22, 2008 at 05:04 PM
Wow, Kim. It is all I can do to keep up with this online version…and get all the dates and information straight. Are you volunteering?
Posted by: Constance Mettler | August 22, 2008 at 05:12 PM
Hello Cynthia,
I am not in charge of all of these art fairs, but I have seen authors selling and signing at some art fairs. Have you checked on the ones closest to where you live? I have seen authors signing at these Michigan fairs: Charlevoix (August), St. Joe (July), Lathrup Village (June). There is probably a fee involved.
Best of luck.
Posted by: Constance Mettler | August 22, 2008 at 05:19 PM
I can’t print your schedule .thanks
Posted by: Nancy Ware | September 23, 2008 at 03:12 PM
Hello everyone!!
The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor, MI is holding a Holiday Bazaar on November 9. If anyone is interested, I would love to hear from you!
My e-mail is arodriguez@lakemichigancollege.edu or you can call me at 269-925-8625.
We still need exhibitors!! & we always need more customers! Please call for any information!
Thanks!
Posted by: Amanda Rodriguez | October 11, 2008 at 04:17 PM
I really appreciate this calendar. Art fairs are what makes living in Michigan worthwhile!! But I do think this current 2009 calendar has many of the dates wrong. Many are 2008 dates. For example, the winter wonderland glass show is held in a church and is on a Saturday. November 1st is a Sunday this year. thanks.
Posted by: Nancy | January 06, 2009 at 12:52 PM
Thanks for the compliment, Nancy. I am having a heck of a time getting the correct dates from the organizations. At this point we have updated the calendar only as far as June 30, 2009.
Another reason we haven’t done the second half of the year is that events come and go and they don’t let me know and chasing down over 600 events takes a lot of time, but we’re working on it.
Any time you see an incorrect date, please let me know. I need your help.
Posted by: Connie Mettler | January 16, 2009 at 12:18 PM
I would like to post information about an art show not listed on your site. I’m not sure how to do that so I will list here.
The Dancing Hippo Arts and Craft Show
Location: Bearinger Township Hall
Huron Beach
Presque Isle County
Date and Time: July 4th and 5th
10am – 4pm
This year marks the 39th anniversary of this nostalgic arts and craft show. This unique show has a colorful history and continues to be one of the most popular destinations in North Eastern Michigan over July 4th weekend. Visitors will discover lost handcrafts as well contemporary fine art. This eclectic show has something for everyone.
Posted by: Mary Pritchard | January 22, 2009 at 04:56 PM
Art & Apples Festival in Rochester is Sept 11-13 per their application.
Posted by: Janet Schenk | February 12, 2009 at 04:00 PM
I would like to post an art faire that is not already listed. Please let me know how to go about doing that.
Sept 12 & 13, 2009 (9a-5p)(10a-5p)
Marshall, Michigan
Madison Green Art Faire
This event is held during Marshall’s 45th Annual Historic Home Tour
Juried: yes
Much more to tell if I’m available too.
Posted by: Laura Miller | February 15, 2009 at 07:07 PM
Email me the information: info@artfaircalendar.com, Laura and I’ll send you the submission information.
Posted by: Connie Mettler | February 16, 2009 at 03:39 PM
I don’t see any shows in Tawas. Are they not doing them any more?
Posted by: Joan Weiss | July 17, 2009 at 11:06 AM
Joan, the events listed in this calendar are ones I have found or were sent to me by the organizations. I don’t know anything about Tawas, although I recall they used to have a fair in August. Contact their Chamber of Commerce, then tell them to contact me
Posted by: Connie Mettler | July 17, 2009 at 04:45 PM
I would like to post a art fair Live Clean – GO GREEN ! Hamtramck Art Fair.
3901 Christopher is the address September 6th from 10am -10pm.Set up is 8 am 9-6-09
Call for entry – artists booths are $100.
Please call for more info 248 379 9997 Laura
Thank you!

More information
October 2009

October 9,10,11 2009
Friday 9am – 9pm
Saturday 9am – 5pm
Sunday 11am – 4pm
Odyssey Art Glass Handcrafters Fall Fair
Artisans Market
Community Senior Center
303 W. Main St.
Northville, MI 48167

October 16,17,18 2009
Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 6pm
Sunday 10am – 5pm
Odyssey Art Glass
Booth 210 Michigan Ave
Great Lakes Art Fair
Rock Financial Showplace
Novi, MI
www.GreatLakesArtFair.com

November 2009

November 14th Brighton High School

November 15th Congregation Beth Israel

November 26, 29, 2009 Henry Ford High School
St. Nicks Warehouse
Sterling Heights, MI

Dec 11th – 24th, 2009
Visit the Greater Flint
Art Gallery for your
holiday shopping.
Odyssey Art Glass

Greater Flint Arts Council
816 S. Saginaw St.
Flint, MI 48502
810.238.ARTS (2787)

http://www.greaterflintartscouncil.org/

Dec 11, 12, 13 2009
Friday 9am – 9pm
Saturday 9am – 5pm
Sunday 11am – 4pm
Odyssey Art Glass Handcrafters Holiday Market
Artisans Market
Community Senior Center
303 W. Main St.
Northville, MI 48167

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