Join the more than 30,000 visitors who are expected to turn out for the annual Occasion for the Arts festival at
Merchants Square. This one-day event is the oldest juried invitational art exhibit in Virginia, and is limited to 100 artists, performers, and crafts people. This way, visitors are sure to find only the best, high-quality items and entertainment. In addition to world-class wares, An Occasion for the Arts also celebrates performance arts with concerts and musical performances.
Guests will find a variety of musical selections, including acoustic, classical, country, jazz, and rock. No festival is complete, though, without a selection of unique food, and An Occasion for the Arts comes through with a variety food, music, arts, crafts and activities that will have your entire family planning to return again year after year!
