Art and Street Fair
Saturday, July 17
The Fiesta Days Art and Street Fair includes Arts and Crafts in the Park, artist demonstrations, “Maker’s Zone” craft stations on Pearl Street, and more. Attendance is free.
See below for additional information on each event.
Arts and Crafts in the Park
July 17, 9 am – 4 pm
Veteran’s Memorial Park
sponsored by Northwestern Medicine
Featuring some of the Midwest’s finest hand crafters including florals, potters, photographers, woodworking, handmade jewelry, and more!
Student Art Show
July 1 – 31, Downtown McHenry
sponsored by BMO Harris Bank
The Student Art Show is a juried competition for 6th – 12th grade students. Art is displayed in downtown McHenry business windows throughout the month of July.
Maker's Zone Craft Stations
July 17, 10 am – 3 pm on Pearl Street at Veteran’s Memorial Park
sponsored by Habitat for Humanity
Bring the kids to Pearl Street to create art of their own!
Concert in the Park / Parade Marshal Ceremony
July 15, 5 pm – 9 pm, Veteran’s Memorial Park
Bring your own lawn chair and enjoy a concert in the park. Food and beer vendors will be available. A special recognition ceremony for our 2021 Parade Marshal takes place at 7:00 pm with concert to follow.
Celebrity Battle of the Brushes
July 16, 7 pm – 10 pm
Watch four CELEBRITY “artists” bring their creativity, brushes and competitive spirit for our very first Celebrity Battle of the Brushes! The event is centered around four local celebrities, paired with four local professional artists to create a one-of-a-kind collectible artwork. Enjoy seeing art created right before your eyes, as well as entertainment, drinks, appetizers, and more! Attendees will have the chance to purchase their favorite pieces of art in live auction format. The professional artists’ work will also be on display for purchase.
Fiesta Days Parade
July 18, Parade Starts at 1:30 pm
Over 2500 people come out each year to see our Fiesta Days Parade. This year, a special “candy bag” will be handed out to little ones on the route to collect their goodies from our parade participants!
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