Event Calendar
On July 17th, 2010, artists from all over the United States will descend upon Downtown Petoskey to show off their wares. For its Silver Anniversary, approximately 130 booths will grace Pennsylvania Park, with items ranging from pottery to jewelry, from paintings to photographs, and much more.
Wander through the hostas to find everything from that perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for someone special to that jaw-dropping focal piece for the office. Items range in size from small, intricate pieces of jewelry, to functional wearable art, to big enough to take advantage of on-site UPS shipping. You’ll find something for everyone, even if they’re a budding art-lover or a seasoned collector of the fine things in life.
The show is rain or shine, so come prepared to shop. We’ll even help you find a lunch to spoil the artist in you - many of the downtown restaurants have delicious goodies to tempt your tastebuds.
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Venetian Festival - Charlevoix - July 17 - 24, 2010
Categories: Charlevoix, Entertainment, Events, Featured
What began 80 years ago as a simple candle-lit boat parade has grown into a week-long flurry of color and pageantry that highlights the summer season and attracts tens of thousands of visitors.
The Festival offers a wonderful variety of events geared to delight and entertain every age group. Most events take place within waterfront parks, Round Lake Harbor and Lake Charlevoix.
WHAT’S MISSING AT VENETIAN?
Have you ever noticed what is missing at the Venetian Festival?
- It isn’t live entertainment. Throughout Venetian Week, bands in East Park will be jumping with a wide variety of music.
- It isn’t kids’ activities. The Venetian Games include kids and teens in soccer, basketball, running, boarding, sailing, volleyball, golf and tennis tournaments. Teens are provided their own music venue at the “Battle of the Bands.” Kid’s Day at Lake Michigan Beach also provides a slew of low and no cost children’s entertainment.
- It isn’t spectator opportunities. The street parade and the boat parade have entertained spectators for decades.
- It certainly won’t be fireworks that are missing, considering the festival features two nights of world class fireworks displays.
What’s missing is admission prices. All of the big events and entertainment offered at the Venetian Festival are absolutely free to the public. The Venetian tradition has thrived, however, through the support of loyal Venetian fans.
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