Riverfest Returns To Canton This Weekend

CANTON, GA -- Fall has officially arrived in Cherokee County and that can only mean one thing: the return of the two-day Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival.

The 32nd annual event, presented by the Service League of Cherokee County, will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 at Boling Park in Canton.

Riverfest is a juried show, featuring original, creative, handmade work from artisans all over the region. Additionally, the event showcases extraordinary entertainment throughout the weekend, including live music and dancing, and a children's area where kids of all ages can participate in a number of rides and activities.

Riverfest is the league's largest annual fundraising event, with all proceeds benefiting less fortunate children in Cherokee County.

For those reading this story on their mobile devices while basking in the sun during the September fall break, you will want to pack those backs and return home just in time for the event.

This year’s festival will feature more than 200 arts and crafts exhibitors, concessionaires and entertainers, with many returning favorites as well as several new and exciting exhibitors and features, which have been added to this year’s show.

The League's latest cookbook, "Gatherings & Traditions," will also be available at the event. Samples of select recipes will be presented to festival patrons for tasting, and cookbooks will be available for purchase.

The Service League of Cherokee County is one of the oldest service organizations in Cherokee County, with a membership of 100 women who work year-round, collectively volunteering more than 10,000 hours per year to raise funds for needy children throughout Cherokee County.

Funds raised during Riverfest and other fundraising events sponsored by the League provide day-to-day necessities for families such as food, clothing, dental care, eyeglasses, medical care, rental and utilities assistance, scholarships and much more.

Admission to Riverfest for adults and children age 11 and older is a $5 donation. The event will take place rain or shine. Free parking and shuttle services are available. Dogs are prohibited in the park by city ordinance.

Visit the event's website for additional details.

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