Welcome to the Palo Alto Festival of the Arts!
On August 24-25, the celebrated fine art festival known as the Palo Alto Festival of the Arts returns to beautiful downtown Palo Alto on University Avenue from 10am-6pm. A stunning showcase of art is displayed across all mediums with 300 talented contemporary artists from all over the country and the Bay Area. Many unique and one-of-a-kind art pieces are available for the perfect location in your home, business, and art collection.
Festival attendees will have the opportunity to become immersed in some exceptional artistry while strolling University Avenue and adjacent side streets. Don’t miss the Italian Street Painting Expo where “paintings” made from chalk pastels are created at ground level – on the pavement. Live musical performances on two stages, street corner concerts, interactive exhibits, Kids’ Art Studio – all FREE and will enhance your festival experience. And NEW this year - emerging student glass artists from Palo Alto High School: Paly Fiery Arts.
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For the wine connoisseur, sample NEW wines produced by local vintners: Bargetto Winery, DeVincenzi Cellars and Integrity Wines. And for our craft-beer aficionados, a variety of beers will be provided by Gordon Biersch. A perfect pairing to go along with the fine art.
This year’s 38th annual multi-faceted arts celebration is hosted by the Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce and Art Lover Patron: Palo Alto Medical Foundation, supporting artists and a community that connects with art.
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Experience the difference at one of Northern California’s highly respected fine art festivals: a vibrant and creative atmosphere with imaginative and aesthetically beautiful array of art.
This ADMISSION-FREE event can also be stress-free if you take public transportation or festival shuttles. For those who must drive, free parking will be available. Also, please be kind to your pets and leave them at home. Only service animals are allowed.
For public transit information: www.511.org.
Visit www.mlaproductions.com or call 650-324-3121 for more details.
