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Arts Festival 2024 To be held May 3-5

Get ready to ride the wave of creativity as the 46th Downtown Edmond Arts Festival bursts into action from May 3rd to May 5th, 2024. Brought to you by the fabulous folks at the Downtown Edmond Business Association, this extravaganza guarantees a fusion of art, entertainment, and mouth-watering treats, ensuring there’s a little something for everyone!

"We attract top talent from across the nation,” said Michelle Schaefer, Arts Festival Director. The proceeds help the downtown merchants pay for marketing that showcases the unique businesses in Downtown Edmond.
"This year we’re excited to feature the work of Holly Glenn from Liberty Hills, TX, whose captivating painting ‘Flamingos’ will be featured in our print, outdoor and online advertising, as well as our festival t-shirts,” said Schaefer.

The streets of Downtown Edmond will be filled with 157 artists from 14 additional states participating, showcasing their talents in oil, acrylic, watercolor, jewelry, pottery and photography. Additionally, a dedicated section of First Street will spotlight Artisan crafters demonstrating their skills in leather, wood, resin, glass, metal and fabric. Over 30 artists are new to the show this year.

Beyond First Street, the Festival Marketplace is filled with engaging activities for all ages. From enchanting children’s activities featuring balloon animals, art projects and face painting to oversized games of chess, checkers and Legos. On the stage under the pavilion you can listen to local choirs, dance groups and singers. Friday night at 7 pm Lucas Ross will perform with the Oklahoma Opry Band, and Saturday night will feature a concert by local favorites The Wise Guys. There are also three street corner musical venues featuring local singers such as Edgar Cruz and Blake Bricker.

No festival experience would be complete without enjoying your favorite treats, from classic "fair food” favorites from food trucks to offerings from local restaurants, breweries and coffee shops.

You don’t have to worry about finding a place to park either. There will be a free shuttle bus running from UCO to the venue throughout the festival. Visitors can park in lots on the west side of 1st and University to board the bus for a three minute ride to Hurd and Littler, just a short walk to the festival.

The festival hours are 10 am to 8 pm on May 3 and 4, and 11 am to 5 pm on May 5. A complete list of entertainment and activities can be found at www.downtownedmondok.com.


 

Heard on Hurd preps for food, fun Saturday

PHOTO PROVIDED The Edmond Police get some help from a young recruit.
PHOTO PROVIDED The Edmond Police get some help from a young recruit.
Citizens Bank of Edmond is excited to continue the much-anticipated Heard on Hurd festivities on April 20th with an Earth Day theme featuring butterfly stilt walkers from Inspyral Circus, beehive demo and local honey from Sweet Stingers and Apiary, butterfly and pollinator gardening showcase and fresh flowers from The Wildflower Cottage, and much more! Additionally, Citizens is celebrating its 123rd birthday and will hand out butterfly shaped wildflower seed packets to celebrate its Bir-EARTH-Day.

Heard on Hurd is the largest and most vibrant monthly food truck and music festival in the nation. This event, which has become a cornerstone of Edmond’s cultural scene, occurs every third Saturday from March through October in downtown Edmond, Oklahoma from 6-10pm.

Earning its reputation as a must-attend event, Heard on Hurd features an impressive lineup of more than 60 food trucks and pop-up vendors, and showcases the talents of local musicians. The April 20th lineup of bands includes Cherry Laurel at 6pm, Easier at 7:20pm, and Chelsea Days at 8:40pm.

 Citizens Bank of Edmond, the host of Heard on Hurd, has been a steadfast supporter of local, small businesses. With a commitment to fostering economic growth within the community, the bank has played a pivotal role in the event’s success. Heard on Hurd has not only contributed to the revitalization of downtown Edmond but has also generated an astonishing $65 million in economic impact for the city. 

"This family-friendly festival has become synonymous with community, great food, and live entertainment. We hope to revitalize this beloved event with monthly themes for all to enjoy, including carrying out those themes with participation from local businesses. We hope you’ll come out to celebrate local food, local musicians, and local businesses,” said Jennifer Wallis, Chief Impact Officer of Citizens Bank of Edmond.  

To find out more about the event, follow Heard on Hurd on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and the website at mycitizens.bank/heard-on-hurd.


 

Spring & Art

Spring is almost always linked to art somehow. In addition to May’s upcoming Arts Festival, the Edmond Art Association will be hosting local artist, Reian Williams on April 22 from 7-9 p.m. at  St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. The church is at  3100 N. Broadway

Visitors are invited for a nominal fee of $5. 
Reian Williams is a highly talented and innovative artist, known for his unique approach to contemporary art. Reian’s passion for creativity was evident from an early age. He began experimenting with various art forms, including painting, drawing and sculpting, and quickly realized that this was his true calling.

Reian’s artwork is characterized by its bold colors, intricate details and thought-provoking concepts. He draws inspiration from his personal experiences, cultural influences and the world around him, creating visually stunning pieces that captivate viewers and evoke powerful emotions.

The Art Association meeting won’t be the only upcoming event.  There are several activities this weekend. Please see Page 9 for a list of weekend happenings.


 
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