The third week in May for the last 69 years the annual Fine Arts Fiesta arts festival is annually held!
When Annette Evans with the assistance of Al Groh started the Fiesta so many years ago , it consisted of a handful of artists and performers with some coming from New York City, Philadelphia and beyond.. Their idea was simply to bring fine visual and performing arts to the people who otherwise might not have an opportunity at hand to experience them.
Today, that simple idea continues to expand and grow to include many professional artists, craftspersons, musicians, dancers, poets, theater artists and international talents.
Presenting also two Juried visual art exhibitions including works of all forms of media and photography by regional adult and student artists professionally presented as well community arts groups and organizations.
Children are validly entertained for free with puppet shows, face painting, a strolling mime, music, a clown as well with many credible make and take opportunities, story telling and visits with Mother Goose.
Family members of all ages will enjoy an amazing culinary variety of food to satisfy every appetite with a sumptuous food court as well family interactive arts and craft experiences. The Yellow Zinnia Artists’ Market with over 40 participants exhibiting, demonstrating and selling their arts and crafts.
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Many local multi disciplines of performing arts organizations and groups are also given the opportunity to share their talents and expertise with the community on the main stage throughout the four days.
The Fine Arts Fiesta is the finest and the oldest arts festival in Pennsylvania. The Board of Directors works throughout the year to organize this major event and is a 501C3 Not For Profit.
Without the help and support of hundreds of volunteers, the city of Wilkes-Barre and Mayor George Brown, it would be impossible to present the Fine Arts Fiesta annually. The ongoing generosity of the many foundations, over 300 individual donors, in-kind contributors, and sponsors support the mission and vision of bringing Fiesta to downtown Wilkes-Barre every year are commended and always supported.
The Fine Arts Fiesta is truly one of the best on going family/artistic events in the Northeastern Pennsylvania region! Since it’s humble beginnings there has never been an admission fee and all presentations, entertainment, children’s activities, artist’s market, and exhibitions remain free of charge.
The 2025 Fine Arts Fiesta: “ Listen to Your Art!” is May 15, 16, 17 and 18
See you there on Public Square, Wilkes- Barre Pennsylvania.