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A springtime tradition is set to turn 22-years-old on Saturday, April 6, as Explore Orange hosts “Art in the Park Vendor Market and Car Show” in the city’s downtown Stark Park that features something for everyone.
“This is one of our most popular events and also my favorite,” said Brandy Judice, CVB Coordinator for the City of Orange. “The community can enjoy the atmosphere, shop and everything is literally in walking distance. You can see all the new projects that the artists have been working on throughout the past year.”
This annual celebration showcases the kaleidoscope of talents of local artists from Southeast Texas and Southeast Louisiana who will display a variety of works such as paintings, woodwork, painted glass, metal sculptures, pottery, monogrammed items, books, jewelry, crocheted items, hand-made soaps and more.
“This is the earliest we have reached vendor capacity,” said Judice. “That means we will have 120 vendors on site.”
Gates open at 9 a.m. at Stark Park (201 7th St.) and close at 3 p.m. Admission, as always, is free.
Within walking distance near Front Avenue will be the fifth annual Car Show where enthusiasts and collectors will marvel at the captivating display of classic automobiles, from sleek vintage models to roaring muscle cars, hot rods, and custom vehicles.
Looking for some food?
A plethora of food vendors will be serving barbeque, seafood, hamburgers, hot dogs, kabobs, nachos, cotton candy, baked goods and drinks including The Revival Brew Box, Home Plate, Mice Ice, The Shack, Miss B’s Takeout, Wing Junkiez and Betty & Nedra’s Good Eat.
Kiddos are in for a treat with plenty of games, bounce houses, as well as other fun things for them to do in the Kiddie Zone while attending Art in the Park plus the new “Touch a Truck.” Get up close and personal with many of the City of Orange’s public vehicles such as a high-water rescue vehicle and grapple truck.
Two local popular musical acts will perform beginning at 11 a.m. with Osmosis Jones followed by the award-winning Curse & The Cure duo at 1:30 p.m.
“One of the purposes of the Art in the Park is to promote the arts with artists and crafters on display throughout the day,” said Judice. “Also, the event is intended to promote tourism and hotel stays by highlighting downtown attractions.”
Pets and coolers are prohibited.
For additional information about Art in the Park, call (409) 883-1011 or view orangetexas.org.