Lakeside Art Walk & Night Market

Lakeside Chautauqua will host its first Art Walk & Night Market from 12-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept.17. All are invited to this free community event.

Stroll through the charming streets of Lakeside and the downtown business district to browse and purchase unique pieces of art, meet the talented artists, and gain a deeper appreciation for the local art scene. The Art Walk & Night Market will showcase the work of artists, potters, woodworkers, jewelry makers, glass artists, quilters, soap makers and more.

This new event for the whole family also features a variety of food options and live entertainment throughout the day on Walnut Plaza. Stay late to see the downtown area illuminated in lights.

“I envision this new event to pique the interest and appreciation for the arts in the local community,” explains Renee Flynn, proprietor of Ohio Arts Festivals and the event’s coordinator. “This family-friendly event encourages a gathering of neighbors and friends in a beautiful setting and an opportunity to explore and support local businesses.”

More to Do

In addition to the Art Walk & Night Market, Lakeside will offer creative arts at the Rhein Center’s Open Studio from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and feature the movie “American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story” at 2 p.m. in Orchestra Hall with a suggested donation for admission. Shuffleboard, miniature golf, tennis, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball and select wellness classes will be available throughout the day.

Admission

Lakeside offers free admission and parking to the grounds for this fall weekend event, which will be held rain or shine. To learn more, visit lakesideartwalk.com or follow the event on Facebook here. This event is organized by the Ohio Art Festivals.

Stay Overnight

Stay the entire weekend. Hotel rooms are available along the waterfront at historic Hotel Lakeside or at the family-friendly Fountain Inn. Rooms start at $149 per night. To book a room, visit lakesideohio.com/accommodations.

Directions to Lakeside

Lakeside Chautauqua is located in Ohio on the Marblehead Peninsula, halfway between Toledo and Cleveland on Lake Erie’s south shore. It’s easily accessible from the east or west via Interstate 90, Route 2 and Route 163. View directions and important information about the Route 163 roundabout construction detours on your way to Lakeside. 

Vendor Info

Applications are being accepted for this juried festival through Aug. 15. Vendors are asked to provide lighting for their booth from 7-9 p.m. Contact Renee Flynn at rsflynn@earthlink.net or visit lakesideartwalk.com to apply.