Up Coming Shows 2023
Come out and see me at any one of the shows!
March 31 - April 1
Newport, North Carolina
Newport Pig Cooking Contest
Confirmed
Billed as the largest non-profit, all volunteer, pig-cooking contest in the United States, this is a great show to kick off a new year of festivals and art shows. And the barbecue is amazing.
April1 14 - 16
Wilmington, North Carolina
Azalea Festival
Confirmed
The Azalea Festival is awesome, awesome that is when the wind isn't blowing thirty miles an hour! This year the Azalea Festival can only improve. A perennial favorite in south-eastern North Carolina, the Azalea festival has it all: music, food, performers, parades, and every kind of vendor you can imagine. So whether your thing is photography or jewelry or woodworking or (and this is true) a long-dead megalodon tooth you better get yourself to the Azalea Festival.
April 29 - 30
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Dogwood Festival
Confirmed
One of my favorite festivals from last year, The Dogwood Festival has something for everyone. From lots of vendors to a wrestling ring, and great music, to a freestyle bike show, finding something interesting at the Dogwood Festival isn't hard.
May 6- 7
Charlotte, North Carolina
Kings Drive Art Walk
Confirmed
I have not done this particular art show before, but I have done their fall show at the exact same spot. It is a wonderful park to spend the afternoon. And it is even better with all the artist and craft makers!
May 13-14
Atlanta, Georgia
Chastain Park Spring Arts & Craft
Confirmed
This will be a first art show for me and the first time I will have set up in Georgia. But, if I am accepted, the show describes itself as "a two-day outdoor event with an emphasis on the visual arts and family fun, located in the largest public park in Fulton County."
May20-21
Raleigh, North Carolina
Artsplosure
Confirmed
I'm super excited about this "new-to-me event." Artsplosure describes itself as: "Raleigh Arts Festival is one of the most original and longest running arts festivals in North Carolina. Held annually on the third weekend of May in beautiful downtown Raleigh, the festival is a 2 day event and features an Art Market comprised of approximately 175 juried visual artists from across the United States showcasing works in ceramics, glass, fiber art, jewelry, metal, painting, photography, wood and more.
May 27-28
Westhampston Beach, New York
Westhampton Fine Art Show
Not Yet Confirmed
One of my favorite festivals from last year, The Dogwood Festival has something for everyone. From lots of vendors to a wrestling ring, and great music, to a freestyle bike show, finding something interesting at the Dogwood Festival isn't hard.
June 3-4
Urbanna, Virgina
Arts in the Middle
Confirmed
Arts in the Middle says that it is "on the grounds of a stately 17th century plantation, Arts in the Middle offers two days of entertainment in Virginia's River Realm with fine arts from across the country, literary arts, live music, and local cuisine just a stroll away from the area's most charming waterfront village. Recognized as a Best Art Event in Virginia it is a must see event. We invite you to join us for a stay and play weekend. Come for the art, stay for the excitement."
June 16-17
North Carolina
Blueberry Festival
Burgaw, North Carolina
North Carolina Blueberry Festival
Not yet Confirmed
The apple is never actually mentioned in the Garden of Eden story in Genesis. Early Christians actually speculated that it was a fig. Maybe they thought it figured. But what's also not mentioned in Genesis, but is true because I am telling you it is true, is the rows and rows and endless rows of blueberry bushes.
The Blueberry Festival is one of my favorites festivals not only because it is just down the road from my house but also because it showcases the greatest berry of them all. Move over strawberry, this is the Blueberry Festival!
June 24-25
Mocksville, North Carolina
Sunflower Extravaganza
Confirmed
This will be a "new-to-me" event. But who could want anything more than a show in a field of sunflowers!!
August 26-27
Cary, North Carolina
Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival
Not yet Confirmed
Like several others, this will be a "new-to-me" event but this is how they described the weekend. "For nearly half a century, the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival has welcomed guests from all over to the heart of downtown Cary, NC for two days filled with art, entertainment, food, and making memories. Dating back to the event’s conception in 1977, this juried craft show celebrates the “Lazy Daze” of summer, taking place the last weekend of August, and bringing together nearly 300 artists from 16 states across the U.S."
September 2-4
Marietta, Georgia
Art in the Park
Not Yet Confirmed
I'n really looking forward to this show. Here's what they have to say about themselves. "Marietta Art in the Park, an Atlanta Labor Day weekend tradition is celebrating its 37th year! Our incredible three-day juried Fine Art Festival takes place on the historic Marietta Square in Glover Park and attracts over 45,000 guests."
September 9-10
Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Art in the Park
Confirmed
Who doesn't want to go to Blowing Rock?!? This show is going to be awesome. Here's what they have to say about it. "Art in the Park was created in 1962 by a handful of area artists and craftspeople to showcase local talent. 60 years after its start, Art in the Park is host to 94 artists at each show. Some of the best local and regional artists and craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, metal, photography, painting and more."
September 16-17
Durham, North Carolina
CenterFest
Not yet Confirmed
Back to my old stomping grounds? This art show is self described as "in its 48th year, CenterFest Arts Festival is the longest running outdoor juried arts festival in North Carolina. Located in Durham's vibrant Downtown District, the event is a favorite among visual artists, performing artists and visitors."
September 24-26
Charlotte, North Carolina
Festival in the Park
Not yet Confirmed
This is an artists' show if ever there was one. Its also a show for those looking to have a great day out in the park listening to music, finding that greatest food truck ever, and browsing some of the regions finest artist. They've been doing this show since 1964, and let me tell you, they've figured out how to have one of the greatest shows.
September 29-October 1
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach Neptune Festival Art & Craft Show
Not Yet Confirmed
Holy Cow! Boasting a crowd size of 400,000 people, this will be the largest, biggest, most huge show I will have ever done. It has been ranked in the top five shows for the last three years and has been curated by 49 years of experience. This will be awesome.
October 7-8
Morehead City, North Carolina
North Carolina Seafood Festival
Not yet Confirmed
You like crowds? This was the craziest, wildest, most exciting festival I did las year. From sun up to well past sundown, this festival is truly a festival. Come on out, I love to see you there.
October 14-15
New Bern, North Carolina
MumFest 2023
Confirmed
Is there anything better than a nice mum during October? Yes, yes there is. It's called MumFest. What could be better than a small southern town in the midst of autumn a stone's throw away from the beach? This will be a first time festival for me, but I've heard great things. I hope to see you there.
October 21-22
Topsail Island, North Carolina
Autumn with Topsail
Confirmed
Having lived in the Topsail area now for over a decade, plus spending no less than six months sitting on the end of the Jolly Roger Fishing Pier waiting for the big one to strike, I am well qualified to tell you that this little corner of the world is the best of the four. Autumn with Topsail is replete with music, food, and vendors. Whether intentional or not, small coastal town is the theme du jour.
October 28-29
Destin, Florida
Festival of the Arts
Not yet Confirmed
If accepted into this show, this will be a new one for me. But who can complain about being in Florida in October?
November 4-5?
Hampstead, North Carolina
Spot Festival
Not Yet Confirmed
This show is all of three or four miles down the road from me! It is always exciting to see your neighbors and eat a little spot of fish! This is a great show for the family with giant bouncy houses, slides, and many other giant-inflatable-fun entertainment for your little tike!
November 24-26
Raleigh, North Carolina
Christmas Carousel
Not yet Confirmed
Last Thanksgiving I had a wonderful surprise. It was my first time at the Christmas Carousel market and I didn't know what to expect. First off, it was indoors and warm!! Secondly, it was huge!! I mean huge! If you are anywhere near Raleigh, this is a must experience event. Even Santa Claus shows up!