New offerings at annual Fall Occoquan Arts & Craft Show

Occoquan’s Fall Arts & Crafts Show has issued a call for Artists, Makers, and Creators! for the Sept. 24 and 25, 2022 event. There are several new ways for creators to get involved. For 50+ years, Occoquan has hosted the popular show in the historic riverfront town. This year, the festival will expand with new and exciting offerings and an opportunity to involve community partners in this historically well-attended event.

Emerging Artists
The Town will offer a scholarship program for a general category of contemporary artworks created by new artists and creators. This is an opportunity for businesses that are new to selling their creations and have not yet experienced a major craft show. Art or craft businesses that began in 2020 or later are invited to apply and if accepted, may participate at a reduced rate.  Spaces are limited and all applications will be juried for these spots. For more information, contact the Events Director at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or see the Emerging Artist Application online. Emerging Artist Applications are due by Sept. 5, 2022.

Creators with established art or craft businesses are also welcome to apply. Artists who are able to demonstrate during the show are encouraged to do so. Categories are limited and applications are reviewed individually. More information and the application can be found at the Town’s website.

Imagination Alley
Imagination Alley will be a new fun place for kids to create art while they are in Occoquan during the festival. Plans include a giant craft tent and a 32-foot DIY mural. Local creators are being sought to workshop an art lesson or guide a craft in scheduled session slots during the show. There is also an opportunity for an artist to sketch in a template, design or pattern for the mural. Interested parties should contact the director at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information.

Sponsors Welcomed
Wondering how your business can play a critical role in support of these exciting new offerings? The Arts & Crafts Show brings 10,000 people to the streets of Occoquan over the weekend and partner support is needed to provide these new features.  Visit the Sponsorship Application page or contact the Events Director at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

For more information as details develop see the town’s website, http://www.occoquanva.gov.