Americu Syracuse Arts & Crafts Festival, Columbus Circle

Join us on July 28th, 29th, 30th on Montgomery Street and Columbus Circle for the 47th AMERICU Syracuse Arts and Crafts festival.

This spectacular 3-day showcase of the country’s most talented artists, craftspeople, and entertainers is centered on historic Columbus Circle in downtown Syracuse. The show features more than 160 artists representing 25 states and Canada. More than 50,000 visitors will shop and browse among the art and craft exhibits and enjoy a wide variety of music, multi-cultural performances, summer refreshments, and participatory activities.

Friday, 28th – 10 am to 6 pm 
Saturday, 29th – 10 am to 5 pm 
Sunday, 30th – 10 am to 5 pm

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Contemporary Arts & Crafts

The festival presents an exceptionally wide selection of contemporary arts and crafts, ranging from functional to decorative boths. 2- and 3-dimensional works will be featured including ceramics, fabric and fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, wood, painting, graphics, drawing, sculpture, and photography. Exhibitors participate from all over the United States.

Performing Arts

The festival also features the performing arts. A full schedule of free live entertainment will include staged and street performances by musicians, costumed ethnic dance groups, and local singers and songwriters.

Family Activities

Families play a big role in the festival’s success, and interactive art activities are offered with them in mind. For example, sign up with the Syracuse New Times, (315) 422-7011, to participate in the Street Painting Contest on Saturday, rain date Sunday.