DeLand Fall Festival of the Arts

Central Florida has a lot to offer that does not involve water and the coast. DeLand is one of those towns that is full of things to discover. Thirty minutes from Daytona Beach, it is home of the renowned Stetson University, has a thriving art community, quaint and unique restaurants, and fabulous shops. 

Every November, DeLand hosts the Fall Festival of the Arts. Approximately 170 to 175 national artists will display and sell their art work in the historic downtown shopping district, just in time for holiday gift-giving. This is an exciting, juried fine art show not to be missed! 

The historic preservation district of downtown DeLand provides a charming backdrop for this annual festival which is dedicated to those who create as well as those who appreciate and collect art.

More than 50,000 patrons enjoy the fine art exhibits presented by these juried artists of various mediums including painting, glass, sculpture, jewelry, leather, photography, printmaking, wood, ceramics, and fiber.

On the weekend before Thanksgiving! November 21-22, 

Saturday & Sunday 10:00AM - 5:00PM

100 N Woodland Blvd #4, DeLand, FL 32720, Phone: (386) 738-5705

A juried show of fine arts and fine crafts Patron Program

Live entertainment

Exceptional food

Youth art exhibit

Hands-on art workshops for children

Performing arts for children

Free to the public

Convenient parking

 

Creative Florida Living 

Janet Sells 

Halifax Art Festival

Get ready! Every year, just when the weather begins to turn cooler, we welcome the Halifax Art Festival to Daytona’s Beach Street. Celebrating its 53rd anniversary, the Halifax Art Festival is the 2nd oldest continual art festival in the state of Florida.

The festival attracts approximately 45,000 visitors to view the works of over 200 fine artists and artisans from all over the country. Offering live entertainment, a student art competition, children’s activities, fine dining in many local restaurants and cafes, as well as food trucks, the Halifax Art Festival is a premier annual event in Central Florida and benefits the Museum of Arts & Sciences.

 From ceramics and basket weaving to watercolors and oil paintings, original artwork in an array of mediums, crafts, home goods, jewelry, and clothing, the Halifax Art Festival celebrates established as well as emerging artists and craftspeople. There will also be local artists on hand from The Art League of Daytona Beach to demonstrate various art techniques. With all of the handmade, unique items for sale, HAF is the perfect place to get some holiday shopping done.

The festival is located on Beach Street, between Orange Avenue and Bay Street, in downtown Daytona Beach. Parking is free, but get there early so you can find a spot. Admission to the festival is free.

Saturday, November 7th from 9am to 5pm and Sunday, November 8th from 10am to 4pm

Visit the website for more info

 Creative Florida Living

Janet Sells