Mayfaire by the Lake (Lakeland) - Booth 26! (new spot)
I'm sure as you all know, by my many newsletters and updates that I send out that the mayfaire is my favorite art show to be a part of. I'm not just saying that. It actually is. Artists, expect greatness from staff, volunteers, and patons.
Polk Museum of Art :: 800 East Palmetto Street :: Lakeland, Florida 33801-5529
Show is mother's day weekend from 9-4PM saturday and sunday. For more details, please visit www.polkmuseumofart.org
Begun as a crafts fair on the lawn of the Lakeland Public Library, MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake has grown into one of Florida's premier outdoor art festivals. Held on Mother's Day weekend each year, Mayfaire is located on the shores of beautiful Lake Morton in downtown Lakeland, Florida. Mayfaire is one of the largest and oldest outdoor art festivals in Central Florida. Come see why it has such a great reputation!
Over 180 artists: With so many to choose from, you're sure to find one you love! From jewelers, to clay artists, to painters; landscapes and wildlife to pure abstraction, any artistic taste will be satisfied.
Free parking and shuttle service: Free parking at Florida Southern College on the corner of Johnson and McDonald. A free shuttle will run between the parking lot and the festival.
MayFerrys: Free shuttles will run around Lake Morton and up to the Museum during the festival.
Food and beverage vendors: A wide variety of great edibles are available for purchase including smoothies, funnel cakes, shaved ice and MORE!
Live entertainment: Local musicians, dance companies, and VSA arts of Florida perform on stage on the shady front lawn of Lakeland Public Library throughout the weekend.
Hands-on Children's Art Tent and Kids Zone: Located in the Museum's parking lot, this part of Mayfaire will include several FREE art activities designed for participation by children of ALL abilities, as well as bounce houses and a rock climbing wall. (There will be a small fee to play on the bounce houses and rock wall). Volunteers are always needed for this happy area. Call 863-688-7743 ext. 227 or 863-688-5423 to volunteer.
Mayfaire Kick