ArtOberfest

Enjoy a fun-filled fall favorite on October 14, 2023!

The seventh annual ArtOberfest kicks off at 6 p.m. on that Saturday, October 14, 2023 on the 700 block of Market Street. Artists will fill the block in front of the Art Center with unique and hand-crafted items for your shopping pleasure. Vendors include woodcarvers, potters, metal smiths, bath and beauty products, fused glass, macramé, painters, sign makers and more!

The evening also includes musical entertainment, featuring multiple performers. Attendees also enjoy great food and drink from local venues.

The event is free, but donations will be accepted at the entrance. There are no tickets to buy and plenty of parking in the lots along 8th Street.

Earlier in the day the community is invited to check out Chalk the Block from 1-5 p.m. on the 800 block of Market Street. This is a chalk art competition for teens and adults with prizes for the People’s Choice award winners. During the event, there is also room for artists of all ages to join the fun. DJ entertainment is provided.

For the latest information, call 304-485-3859 or go to parkersburgartcenter.org

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