SANFORD, Fla. – Over 55,000 people are anticipated to visit downtown Sanford this weekend for the 13th annual St. Johns River Festival of the Arts.
The free festival will happen Saturday and Sunday, with over 150 art exhibitors setting up along the river and Lake Monroe.
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“We’re so happy to once again create an opportunity for the community to be face-to-face with art and creativity from so many talented artists,” Kim House, president of St. Johns River Festival of the Arts, said in a release. “This event wouldn’t be possible without our sponsors and support from the city and CRA, and all our dedicated volunteers, and we’re so grateful to everyone who makes it a success each year.”
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In addition to artists, there will be live music, a culinary arts food court and arts demonstrations.
The festival sponsors “Art-for-Kids,” a scholarship program “designed to encourage an appreciation and understanding of the arts,” event organizers said.
“The St. Johns River Festival of the Arts board of directors feels strongly that the arts impact our lives in dramatic fashion and is the perfect way to explore new horizons, stimulate imagination, creativity and also develop self-esteem and interpersonal skills,” the event’s website reads.
Two fine art jurors will select the best pieces by the end of the event and $15,000 in prizes will be awarded to the winners.
The festival has free admission and free parking for both days, which runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Event organizers said event encompasses First Street from Myrtle Avenue to Sanford Avenue and Palmetto Avenue in downtown.
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