Art on the Bay returning to New Baltimore Labor Day weekend – The Voice

Art on the Bay will host its 17th annual fine arts and crafts show in New Baltimore this Labor Day weekend.

The 2025 event is scheduled to take place Aug. 30 and 31 at Walter and Mary Burke Park, located downtown on the shore of Anchor Bay. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Over 70 artists and crafts people will display their handmade wares. Attendees will have a chance to browse an array of products and offerings including fine jewelry, woodworking, metal works, fiber, pottery, glass, soaps and lotions, paintings, authors, drawings, photography and mixed media.

Art will be judged and awards will be given for overall booth displays.

In addition to fine arts and crafts, there will be food trucks, beer and wine, and other activities for all ages.

Certified Bob Ross Instructor Ted Simpson will return to the waterfront park to demonstrate the famous painting technique from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

Armada Glass Company will also be demonstrating glass blowing on both days.

A kid’s tent with projects and activities will be open both Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Classic rock favorites will be performed by acoustic trio SQ3 on Saturday and Sunday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Art on the Bay draws more than 7,000 people to the city each Labor Day weekend. The annual show provides the opportunity to expose people to the arts, highlights and supports local business by bringing thousands of visitors to downtown, introduces the public to the area’s recreational assets and creates a sense of community, the nonprofit said.

Art on the Bay has also established a small grant program for individuals and/or groups wanting to promote art, music, dance and theater in the community. The organization has supported projects as big as the way finding signs for the city of New Baltimore to sheet music for the formation of a community jazz orchestra.

“Art on the Bay brings the perfect end to summer,” the nonprofit said in a news release. “Shop till you drop. Find that perfect gift. Kick back and enjoy beer, wine and music in a wonderful park.”

Walter and Mary Burke Park is located at 36300 Front St. in New Baltimore. For more information about Art on the Bay, visit artonthebay.com, facebook.com/ArtOnTheBay or instagram.com/art_on_the_bay.