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Evanston Art and Big Fork Festival
August 16, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
FreeThe alluring streets of downtown Evanston host the community favorite Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival, August 16-17. Join fellow art lovers in browsing thousands of original pieces from an impressive 150 juried artists showing paintings, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media, photography and so much more. Take a break at the extensive tasty foods area, try a painting class, or visit the Kids Art Zone with the little artist in your life.
Admire the creativity of 150 original artists
Enjoy free entry and nearby parking
Treat yourself at The Big Fork, a huge variety of refreshments, adult beverages, and foods from an eclectic collection of food trucks and local favorites as well as live music
Stop in the Kids Art Zone for art fest bingo, spin art, sand sculpture, coloring, drawing & more
Become living art in the Face Painting tent!
Take a live painting class at the fest!
Join a Drum Circle, Saturday at 12pm and 2pm!
Davis St. Metra and CTA stations just steps away
Get your steps in! This festival is accessible and easy to walk!
For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Art Festivals.
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