Arts at the Marina returns this weekend after two-year hiatus

The return of Arts at the Marina this weekend will be a welcomed sight to art patrons and local residents alike.

According to Chad Riley, Director/Curator at the Leamington Arts Centre, the event will bring about 60 vendors to Rick Atkin Park at the Leamington Lakeside Marina.

Arts at the Marina is back after a two-year hiatus and Riley is thrilled to greet everyone in person.

“The LAC is proud to bring back Arts at the Marina, one of Leamington’s longest running and biggest community events,” he said. “Thank you to all our sponsors and volunteers who support this family friendly tradition and thank you to all our artists and artisans who also make this event possible by sharing all their fantastic creations. We hope everyone will come out, enjoy the show, and make purchases to help support the artists who were not able to participate in these shows over the past two years due to the pandemic.”

There will be lots in store for patrons of all ages, from arts and crafts to food vendors, music and a kids tent face painting and colouring

Admission is by donation and the show runs both days 10-5 pm.

The Arts Centre will also have a booth, selling DelFresco Strawberries with the support of Carl’s Produce, as well as 50/50 tickets, freezies and ice cream sandwiches, with proceeds going to ther Leamington Arts Centre.