PLAN YOUR VISIT

The Krasl Art Fair, presented by 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services is held the second weekend in July each year.

2024 Event Dates & Hours:

Saturday, July 13, 10 am* – 6 pm

Sunday, July 14, 10 am – 5 pm

Hours are for both Artists Booths & Krasl Art Center

Donations to the art fair support year-round access to the arts. 

Block Party – Friday, July 12, 5 pm – 9 pm

*Collectors’ Experience preview hour Saturday 9 am – 10 am

ART FAIR MAP

Save your copy of the 6th of July MailMax newspaper for the Krasl Art Fair guidebook. Use the map to locate all artist booths, event information, and guest amenities. Free copies will also be available at guest check-in throughout the art fair weekend.

The 2024 Guidebook and Map is now available to download.

GETTING HERE

LOCATION

The event is held outdoors in Lake Bluff Park overlooking Lake Michigan.

Lake Bluff Park address: 200 – 800 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph, MI 49085

Krasl Art Center address: 707 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph, MI 49085

ENTRANCES

Guest check-in areas are located along Lake Boulevard at the intersections of Ship, Broad, and Park Streets.

PARKING 

Guests are encouraged to park in city parking lots while attending this year’s event. Please refer to an Art Fair Specific version of the online City of St. Joseph Parking Guide and a map of downtown.

East-to-west street parking will be blocked off at State Street from Park Street to Ship Street.

BIKING TO THE EVENT

Biking to the Art Fair is encouraged. Bike parking is located along the alley as well as along Pearl Street and Market Street. Biking is prohibited within Lake Bluff Park during Art Fair hours.

EVENT RULES

PETS

Pets are not allowed in gated areas of Lake Bluff Park during the Art Fair. This policy protects pets, artworks, and two-legged guests. 

Pets are allowed to walk with their human companions along Lake Boulevard and the alleyway.

There are no pet-sitting services planned at this time. Service animals are always welcome.

BEACH ACCESS

Pedestrians can access Silver Beach by way of the staircase and ramp at Broad Street and via the ramp at Ship Street during Art Fair hours. 

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Weapons of all kinds are prohibited. 

Skateboards, rollerblades, bicycles, scooters, hoverboards, smoking, drones, large signs, and placards that may endanger or inconvenience the public are prohibited within the event.

PHOTO POLICY

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 to photograph you and be used in promotional materials, including but not limited to social media, print newsletters, and advertisements.

Press must wear a badge at check-in. Click here to learn more.

OFFICIAL ART FAIR MERCH

We are very excited to unveil this year’s artwork, by Chris Abigt.
 
You’ll find Chris’s design on the Commemorative Poster, t-shirt, tote bag, and Collectors’ Experience pin.
 
There are multiple ways you can get this year’s swag:

 

In The Shop
When you order your tickets online
During the Art Fair
And finally – find more shirt styles and colors through our online store!

THINGS TO DO

Come for the art, and stay for the community! 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 Lab, or relax in The Lounge with air conditioning and comfortable seating. Stay ArtsBound the entire weekend and beyond with our partner cultural organizations!

Outdoors on Krasl Art Center’s grounds, discover local artists and artworks for sale, and participate in free art-making activities.

Beyond KAC and Lake Bluff Park, below are links to help you plan a fun-filled weekend with the help of the Southwestern Michigan Tourist Council:

 

SAFETY & AMENITIES

FIRST AID

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.

RESTROOMS

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.

ADA & ACCESSIBILITY

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

Lost and Found is located inside Krasl Art Center, 269.983.0271.

LOST PEOPLE

Lost people are encouraged to wait in Krasl Art Center’s lobby, (269.983.0271). For assistance in locating your lost person, contact any uniformed City of St. Joseph officer or a Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff volunteer.

ATM/CREDIT CARDS

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: