Block Party at Krasl Art Center
Friday, July 10, 5 – 9 PM
$10 Admission (13 and under enter free); buy tickets now
Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff
The Krasl Art Fair is presented by 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services
Entrance to the fair is free; donations are requested online and onsite
All events are outdoors, rain or shine
There will be two shuttle stops in 2026. One at St. Joseph High School located at 2521 Stadium Drive in St. Joseph and the second at Michigan Works! located at 499 W. Main Street in Benton Harbor.
A public Beer Garden will be available on the Krasl Art Center grounds at 707 Lake Blvd in St. Joseph, MI. There is a $5 fee to get in.
A custom cocktail from Watermark Brewing Company will be available in the public Beer Garden. The label on the can is the result of a Label Design Competition. The winner of the competition is Artist and Designer Mari Barros of St. Joseph, Michigan.
New in 2026 is an Arts Mainstage on Krasl Art Center grounds featuring live music on Friday evening as part of the Block Party and arts related programming throughout the weekend.
Chauffeured golf cart rides up and down the bluff will be offered. Donations encouraged for this service. The golf carts are sponsored by Point Blue, Floor Art, and Parrett Company.
For the safety of all guests and artwork, pets are prohibited in Lake Bluff Park and at the Block Party. Service animals are always welcome.
Relax and enjoy a meal, snack, or specialty treat from local farmers during the event! The St. Joseph Farmers Market will open Saturday to fuel guests with local produce and goods.
Several Food Trucks with delicious and diverse offerings will be located throughout Lake Boulevard throughout the weekend. Guests may also purchase Pepsi products and water at the merchandise stands located at art fair entrances.
Don’t forget, downtown restaurants are open! Explore all St. Joseph has to offer by visiting the St. Joe Today website.
Indoors, Krasl Art Center is free and open to the public during Art Fair hours. Explore two fantastic exhibitions on view in The Gallery and The Project Space, or relax in The Collections Lounge with air conditioning and comfortable seating.
Outdoors, Krasl Art Center’s grounds showcase art for sale by local artists as well as free drop-in art-making activities.
Visiting with children? Discover additional details here.
First-aid is located at the corner of Broad Street & Lake Boulevard. Basic first-aid needs may be met at this tent. In the event of an emergency, dial 911.
Portable facilities are located outside of the event grounds along Lake Bluff Park. Krasl Art Center is open with restroom access. Public restrooms are also available at the staircase at Broad Street leading to Silver Beach Park.
The Art Fair is accessible. Wheelchairs are available on a first-come-first-served basis inside Krasl Art Center. Handicapped parking is located in a city parking lot located at Broad Street & Lake Boulevard. The lot is accessible through the alley with handicapped cards or plates.
Lost and Found is located inside Krasl Art Center, 269.983.0271.
While photography is permitted, artists have the right to request no photographs be taken of their artwork without expressed consent. Always ask permission from the artist before attempting to photograph near or within a booth.
By attending the event, you are granting permission for Krasl Art Center staff and photographers to capture your image and be used in promotional materials, including but not limited to social media, print newsletters, and advertisements.
Beyond KAC and Lake Bluff Park, below are links to help you plan a fun-filled weekend with the help of the Visit Southwestern Michigan:
Many artists accept credit card payments. ATMs are located in downtown St. Joseph on Ship Street & Broad Street and inside St. Joe Today.
Presenting sponsor 1st Source Bank has ATMs in three locations: