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SUMMARY:Rhode Island Arts and Crafts Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Rhode Island Arts and Crafts Festival 2026 brings a wide range of handmade goods\, local vendors\, and artisan creativity together at the West Warwick Civic Center on May 9 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Designed as an indoor event with free admission and parking\, it offers an easy\, weather-proof way to spend the day browsing local work and discovering small businesses. The festival creates a marketplace atmosphere where visitors can move freely between booths and explore a variety of styles and products. \nThe event features a mix of artists\, crafters\, authors\, and specialty vendors\, with offerings that range from handmade jewelry and candles to home décor\, photography\, and custom goods. Food vendors and specialty treats are also part of the experience\, adding another layer to the event as guests browse and shop. The variety ensures there’s something for both casual visitors and those looking for specific\, one-of-a-kind items. \nWith dozens of exhibitors under one roof\, the Rhode Island Arts and Crafts Festival emphasizes accessibility and community\, bringing together local creators and shoppers in a single\, organized space. Sponsored by Renewal by Andersen\, the event continues to grow as a seasonal destination for artisan shopping in Rhode Island. \n**Exhibitors:**\n@kahlerarts\n42CreationsRI\nABA Centers of Rhode Island\nAbuela Elba\nAmari Coastal\nAndrea Ezerins\, Author\nBali Marle\nBay and bobbin\nBEADazzled Creations by Aimee\nBitter sweet\nBlessed Linxs\nBLING-O BUDDY\nCandela Lux\nCharmed With Links\nCorina’s Mia Bella Candles\nCouto Construction\nCruise Planners\nCrystal Clear Gardens\nCutco\nD.J. Hawkins\nDMP Image Crafters\nEdgewood Cheese Shop\nEmma Guillot Photography\nFaerie Apothecary\nFarmwicks Candle Co.\nGammie’s Craft Corner and Handmade by Donna\nGirl Scout Troop 993 WW/COV\nGlitter Magic Accessories\nGnomeville\nGriddle Me This\nGypsy Hooker\nHandmade by Desiree\nHartman Studios\nHoffman Bread\nHomestead Bros llc\nHomestead Bros llc\nHooked by Simone\nHoops and Loops LLC\nHush Little Baby Cakes\nImpressive Petals CT\nJ and J Designs\nJanet arts\nJarful Of Knots\nJewels by Salome and Sports collectables\nK & B Goat Parties\nKaitlynne’s Crafts\nKeeping It Crafty\nLar’s Creations\nLeaf & Letter\nLeafFilter\nLegacy Martial Arts\nLily Ryan Studio\nLina Bear Cookies & Chocolates\nLive It Love It Wellness\nLong Home\nLotusGlow Delights\nLuxaura Studios\nMajestic Beatz Entertainment\nMC House llc\nMeesh’s Creatures LLC\nMel’s Crafty Nook\nMelanie’s Gifts\nMoon Shadow Intuitives\nNextPage Woodshop\nNot your average popcorn\nOnce upon a fiber\nPermanently Stoned\nPink Wave Designs\nRenewal by Andersen\nRescom Exteriors Inc\nSherriespassionfluidart\nShoreline Creations of Rai\nSimply 3D LLC\nSj Images\nSpicy Leashes\nStainz Creations\nSunflower Beach Arts\nSweet Treats\nThe Beaded Life\nThose Bags\nTiedandTrueFinds\nTiny&Craftie\nTo The Moon Boutique\nTop It Off With Tina Hat Bar\nTouchstone Crystal by Swarovski\nTreasured by Paula\nTrinity Solar\nUnique Finds\nUniques by LisaJ\nVibe-ri\nWhims in the Wild and Sandpiper Skin Co.\nWicked Scentual Candles\, LLC\nWrapped Up in a Book
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LOCATION:West Warwick Civic Center\, 98 Factory Street\, West Warwick\, RI\, 02893\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Warwick Civic Center
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SUMMARY:Virtu Art Festival 2026 Westerly
DESCRIPTION:Virtu Art Festival 2026 Westerly on May 23 and 24\, transforming downtown Westerly into a massive outdoor celebration of fine art\, music\, creativity\, and springtime energy. Now celebrating its 30th year\, the festival has grown into one of Southern New England’s premier outdoor arts events\, drawing more than 20\,000 visitors annually to wander beneath the trees of Wilcox Park while exploring work from artists across the country. \nVirtu Art Festival 2026 blends the atmosphere of an upscale outdoor gallery with the relaxed charm of a community festival. More than 100 artists and makers are expected to showcase paintings\, photography\, sculpture\, jewelry\, woodworking\, ceramics\, textiles\, and handcrafted fine art throughout the park. Live entertainment and music performances add to the experience while nearby downtown restaurants\, cafés\, and shops keep the streets buzzing all weekend long. Organizers from the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce describe the event as a celebration of artistic diversity and cultural vitality for the Westerly-Pawcatuck region. \nPart of what makes Virtu stand out is its setting. Wilcox Park in late May feels almost tailor-made for an arts festival\, with blooming trees\, winding walkways\, and open green spaces creating a backdrop that feels far more intimate and scenic than a typical street fair. Visitors can spend hours drifting from booth to booth\, talking directly with artists\, listening to live music near the gazebo\, and discovering unexpected pieces ranging from traditional fine art to modern craftwork. The result is the kind of slow-moving\, walkable spring weekend event that attracts serious collectors\, casual browsers\, and families simply looking for a beautiful day outdoors. \nFestival Hours\n\nSaturday\, May 23\, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM\nSunday\, May 24\, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/virtu-art-festival-2026-westerly/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park\, 44 Broad Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park
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SUMMARY:Virtu Art Festival 2026 Westerly
DESCRIPTION:Virtu Art Festival 2026 Westerly on May 23 and 24\, transforming downtown Westerly into a massive outdoor celebration of fine art\, music\, creativity\, and springtime energy. Now celebrating its 30th year\, the festival has grown into one of Southern New England’s premier outdoor arts events\, drawing more than 20\,000 visitors annually to wander beneath the trees of Wilcox Park while exploring work from artists across the country. \nVirtu Art Festival 2026 blends the atmosphere of an upscale outdoor gallery with the relaxed charm of a community festival. More than 100 artists and makers are expected to showcase paintings\, photography\, sculpture\, jewelry\, woodworking\, ceramics\, textiles\, and handcrafted fine art throughout the park. Live entertainment and music performances add to the experience while nearby downtown restaurants\, cafés\, and shops keep the streets buzzing all weekend long. Organizers from the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce describe the event as a celebration of artistic diversity and cultural vitality for the Westerly-Pawcatuck region. \nPart of what makes Virtu stand out is its setting. Wilcox Park in late May feels almost tailor-made for an arts festival\, with blooming trees\, winding walkways\, and open green spaces creating a backdrop that feels far more intimate and scenic than a typical street fair. Visitors can spend hours drifting from booth to booth\, talking directly with artists\, listening to live music near the gazebo\, and discovering unexpected pieces ranging from traditional fine art to modern craftwork. The result is the kind of slow-moving\, walkable spring weekend event that attracts serious collectors\, casual browsers\, and families simply looking for a beautiful day outdoors. \nFestival Hours\n\nSaturday\, May 23\, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM\nSunday\, May 24\, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/virtu-art-festival-2026-westerly/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park\, 44 Broad Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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