Crafts & Drafts- Arts Festival & Craft Beer Tastings
Join us for the vibrant Crafts & Drafts Arts Festival at Watters Creek! From September 26-28, explore local artisans, enjoy live music and dance, and participate in interactive workshops for all ages. Discover stunning paintings, sculpture, jewelry, and more, or get hands-on with creative activities. Don't miss performances every day and family fun throughout the weekend. Proceeds support the Allen Arts Alliance, local arts organizations and education. Experience the magic of art, community, and fun in Allen!
Artist Registration: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13087
EVENT DETAILS:
Art Festival-
Stroll through the bustling marketplace featuring over 80 talented local and visiting artists and craftsmen showcasing their unique creations . From stunning paintings and intricate sculptures to handcrafted jewelry and textiles, there’s something for every art lover!
Live Music-
Main Stage- On the Village Green:
- Friday 9/25 5-6 PM: School of Rock McKinney
- Friday 9/25 7-9 PM: Concerts by the Creek with Seven River Day
- Saturday 9/261-2 PM: School of Rock McKinney
- Saturday 9/26 7-9 PM: Concerts by the Creek with Empire 6
Creekside Stage- behind Mi Cocina, Cheesecake Factory & BRIO Italian Kitchen:
- More details coming soon
South Lawn Stage- next to Fish City Grill
- More details Coming Soon
Beer Festival- details coming soon
- Purchase a ticket to receive a commemorative Crafts & Drafts beer stein and over ten seasonal craft beers at Watters Creek Village restaurants throughout the weekend.
- Be eligible to enter the Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding contest)
- Enter to win prizes from participating restaurants
- Proceeds benefit the Allen Arts Alliance
- More details coming soon.
Masskrugstemmen (Stein-Holding Contests)
- Crafts & Drafts Beer Festival Ticket Holders can enter a stein-holding competition each day.
- Winners from each day's contest will face off in a Finals Masskrugstemmen on Sunday afternoon.
- More details coming soon
Allen Arts Alliance is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and advocating for accessible arts education opportunities, supporting local cultural arts organizations, and cultivating a vibrant arts culture locally. We believe that the arts are vital for enriching lives and strengthening community ties right here in our city and all throughout the North Texas area.
Allen Arts Alliance Member Organizations include Allen Civic Ballet, Allen’s Community Theatre, Allen Philharmonic Orchestra and Symphony Chorus, Allen Quilters Guild, Visual Arts League of Allen (VALA), Allen Heritage Guild, Friends of the Allen Public Library, Note-Ably North Texas Chorus
Artist Registration: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13087