- April 20, 2024
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The eighth-annual Granada Grand Festival of the Arts heads back to Historic Ormond Beach on Saturday, Feb. 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year the festival returns to New Britain Avenue between Beach Street and Ridgewood where eventgoers will find artists, crafters, a chalk art competition, music, food, beer and wine.
This free festival is expanding this year with more than 80 artists and crafters, along with new activities for the whole family. Visual artists and art demonstrations line the street. Stop by the “Pop-up Plaza” for musical performances, a chalk art competition sponsored by ArtHaus, food from local restaurants, and an opportunity to be part of this year’s community art project. Get creative at our “Youth Art Tent” with hands-on activities for the family. Bring your ukulele for afternoon “Ukes in the Street” jam session, led by Beachside Music.
Grab a beer or a glass of wine and wander up and down the street to watch select artists as they conduct live demonstrations of their technique, then snag something unique from one of the exhibitors selling their handcrafted pieces, the majority of whom reside here in Volusia County. Stop in at the stages on both ends of the street to enjoy local jazz and blues musicians including The Adam Kornecki Trio and jazz guitarist Thomas J. Jones.
Vote for your favorites in the ArtHaus Chalk Art Competition. Eight professional artists will create mini-masterpieces in seven hours. Judging takes place at 3 p.m. and your vote helps determine the “People’s Choice” winner. All the money collected in the chalk art area goes to support the art education programs at ArtHaus.
The Pop-up Plaza has quick bites from local restaurants. Plus, New Britain gives you instant access to Fugu Sushi, Gold Leaf Coffee Co., 31 Supper Club, Rose Villa Southern Table & Bar, Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 63 Sovereign, and Hull’s Seafood. Just a few steps more will take you to Frappes Italian Grill, Dunn’s Attic, or Frida’s Fresh Mex & Cantina.
First Saturday Art Walk at local galleries will be 5-8 p.m.
An updated schedule and a parking map are available on Facebook and at ormondbeachmainstreet.com.
The Granada Grand Festival of the Arts is sponsored by Ormond Beach MainStreet and the Ormond Arts District For additional photos and more information about the Festival please contact Ormond Beach Mainstreet, [email protected], 386-492-2938
