QFest is this weekend

Quincy Art, Music & Food Fest

QFEST Friday, June 28 from 5:30-9:30 pm Saturday, June 29 from 10 am-5 pm Sunday, June 30 from 11 am-4 pm Washington Park

Held in picturesque downtown Quincy, Q-Fest is a three-day festival that combines art exhibitors, musical acts and cultural events as well as delicious local cuisine. Taking place in and around beautiful Washington Park, the event will be held Friday–Sunday, June 28–30. There is something for everyone to enjoy! Organizers have a full lineup of free and low-cost activities for individuals and families to do.

Friday's celebration will kick off with a local musician during Noon Blues from 12-1 pm and Blues in the District Concert Series at 5:30 pm. The featured blues musician is performer Amanda Fish.

Musical acts will perform throughout the weekend in the gazebo in Washington Park.

Fifty juried artists have been selected to present and sell their works in an artisan market. Patrons can browse the tents to get inspiration and purchase their own original paintings, photography prints, jewelry, mixed-media works, sculpture, glass,

ceramics, fiber and other one-of-a-kind pieces from these established makers.

Everyone can be immersed in the arts by getting hands-on with free art activities on Saturday and Sunday including our favorites pottery throwing, painting and more!

Youth ages four–14 are encouraged to explore different mediums in the Young Collectors' Gallery and purchase an original work of art for $10 or less.

Q-Fest-goers can enjoy a broad range of delicious food choices and beverage options from numerous vendors in the food court! Bring your appetite to try a variety of foods including burgers, brats, hot dogs, BBQ, salads, sandwiches, sweets, adult beverages and Pepsi products.

The District's Street Concert will take place Saturday night between 5th and 6th Street on Maine. Gates open at 5:30 pm. There is a $5 entry fee. The night kicks off with The Gentlemen at 6 pm. The party continues at 8:30 pm with the headliner KC Flo! Straight from Kansas City, this band have you dancing your heart out to your favorites from Beyonce to Beiber!

For a full schedule of events and activities, please visit theqfest.com.