July 7 & 8, 2018 — at and around youngstown state university!
YSU is proud to announce the 20th Annual Summer Festival of the Arts as a robust celebration of the performing and visual arts, prominently including a juried art show. Featuring the works of local, regional and national artists, this event welcomes over 80 artists yearly. Music, dance and theatrical performances throughout the festival grounds complement the art and attract a diverse and fun crowd.
The Summer Festival of the Arts is the flagship event for the Summer Festival of the Arts Weekend, which includes a Friday night concert, Youngstown Wine and Jazz concert, a Gospel concert and St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Summerfest. Other activities designed to enhance the Summer Festival of the Arts include the Festival of Nations, where ethnic groups display artifacts and sell food; an extensive children's hands-on art tent; a silent auction and numerous displays and activities sponsored by community arts and cultural groups.
Free parking can be found at any YSU parking deck or surface lot within easy walking distance of the Festival.
Announcements
Summer Festival of the Arts is at capacity for artists!
Posted onMay 2, 2017Our artist's list is at full capacity for the 2018 Summer Festival of the Arts. Email Lori Factor at lafactor@ysu.edu if you would like to be included in our 2019 mailing list.
Location
Held outdoors, on the park-like, urban campus of Youngstown State University in Youngstown, Ohio.
Festival Hours
Saturday, July 7, 2018
Set up: 7:00 - 9:45 am
Festival: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 8, 2018
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Clean up must be done by 9:00 pm
Awards
Cash awards will be given for Best of Show, Best Individual Piece, and Best in each of three major categories (2D, 3D and fine crafts). Honorable mention will be presented in the best individual piece and best fine craft categories. Judging will be done by a jury. The names of winner will be posted at the Main Information tent. The decision of the jury is final.