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68th Mystic Outdoor Art Festival in Simsbury, CT | the860.life

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68th Mystic Outdoor Art Festival

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The 68th Mystic Outdoor Art Festival returns to Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center with two days of fine arts and crafts along the Mystic River. This free, juried show features nearly 270 artists showcasing everything from paintings to sculpture. Family-friendly activities include a Children’s Art Park and live performances on the festival’s stage. It’s a beloved regional tradition that draws art lovers and weekend visitors alike for a vibrant summer celebration.

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Saturday, August 8th

10:00 AM

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Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center

22 Iron Horse Boulevard, Simsbury, CT · Map

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Saturday, August 8th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, August 9th from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The two-day Mystic Outdoor Art Festival is the oldest, juried art show in the Northeast region. The Mystic Outdoor Art Festival serves an audience of art enthusiasts, as well as weekend visitors from the local surrounding communities, New England, the Tri-State area and beyond. The trail of artists begins in downtown Mystic and follows the Mystic River. The festival showcases close to 270 artists from around the country with over a mile of fine arts and crafts including oils, watercolors, photography, textiles, sculpture, woodwork, acrylics and more. The Mystic Outdoor Art Festival is free to the public and features activities and artwork for all ages to enjoy, including a Children’s Art Park in the Engine Room parking lot, Children’s Art Installation and a Performing Arts Stage in Mystic RiverPark. The Performing Arts Stage features a variety of local and regional performers including, dance, music, and theater.

Hosted by the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce, the Mystic Outdoor Art Festival will be celebrating its 68th year on For more information

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