ST. GEORGE — Join us Easter weekend at the annual St. George Art Festival for a fun-filled weekend that residents of all ages can enjoy. With over 30 food vendors, dozens of live performances and dazzling art of all mediums, there is truly something for everyone April 3 and 4 at Historic Town Square.
“This festival is one of the ways St. George brings our community together in the heart of downtown,” said Peyton Lee, Community Arts Manager for the City of St. George and St. George Art Festival Director. “We are proud to support local artists, celebrate creativity and provide a free, family-friendly event that residents look forward to year after year.”
On April 3, the festival will run from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. On April 4, it will go from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Lee added, “The excitement is building, as we anticipate this year’s Festival will be the best ever. We hope everyone will want to be a part of this joyful tradition.”
This year, nearly 200 artists from across the country will be in attendance to showcase and sell paintings, sculptures, textiles, ceramics, photography and mixed media.
Prince Duncan-Williams is the featured artist for this year’s festival. Prince was born in Ghana and moved to the U.S. in 1982. His unique style utilizes both African and American/European art traditions with his main influences being Matisse, Picasso and Romare Bearden. Prince creates large-scale, multi-colored silk mosaic pieces that reflect his background and personal style.
In addition to the displays of remarkable artwork, visitors can look forward to two free concerts and live entertainment throughout Town Square. Singers, bands, and dancers will perform live on the Plaza Stage, Woodward Stage and the Greater Zion Main Stage.
Art Festival activities include:
- The Aquabats, known for their upbeat and unique approach to the genre as well as their signature superhero look, are set to headline the festival on the Greater Zion Main Stage at 7 p.m. on April 3.
- James Hardy & The Fire, a Salt Lake City-based band blending reggae, rock and funk music, will perform on the Greater Zion Main Stage at 6 p.m. on Saturday to conclude the festival.
- A creation station offering 15 diverse craft options. Attendees will have the opportunity to add their personal touches to our Monster Mural or take home their own wearable art piece with shirts available to color on.
- For those with a competitive spirit, there will be a variety of outdoor games as well as a Freestyle Dance Battle on Saturday, April 4 at 3 p.m.
- The Art Attack 1 mile and 5K races, on Tabernacle Street April 4 at 9 a.m.
- Over 30 food trucks and vendors will be located between the Plaza Stage and Greater Zion Main Stage.
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About the St. George Art Festival
The St. George Art Festival began in 1980, showcasing the many artists who call St. George their home. Over the years it has expanded to include nearly 200 artists juried from hundreds of entries from throughout the United States. Over 30,000 people from around the West converge on St. George to enjoy thousands of original works of art, live entertainment on three stages, a vibrant children’s area and all types of food. The St. George Art Festival takes place each year at Historic Town Square on Main Street, nestled between Tabernacle Street and 100 South.
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