KENNETT — Mark your calendar for a day of family-friendly excitement at the annual Fall into Arts Festival on Saturday, Sept. 7. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Courthouse Square and surrounding streets will buzz with art, music, and mouth-watering food.
“Join us in Kennett on Sept. 7 for a day filled with fun and creativity,” says Festival Coordinator Mariann Wright. “Wander through the vibrant booths, enjoy live music from two stages, and discover unique gifts while supporting local artists. Plus, it’s the perfect time to kick off your holiday shopping. If you’re an artist, crafter, or foodie, we still have some booth spaces available. Head to KAFTA.org to sign up.”
Savor the Flavors: Food Trucks and More
With over 40 vendors already ready to wow visitors of all ages, food lovers are in for a treat. The festival will feature popular food trucks serving up BBQ, kettle corn, funnel cakes, deep-fried Oreos, fish plates, wings, and more. Don’t miss the new Ragin’ Cajun truck, offering delicious jambalaya, Boudin Balls, gumbo, and beignets, organizers said.
Curbside vendors will tempt attendees with sourdough breads, desserts, freeze-dried candy, nutritional teas, jams, jellies, pizza, and scrumptious bundt cakes.
Shop Till You Drop: Unique Finds for
Everyone
Find everything from handcrafted soaps, scrubs, lotions, and bath bombs to pot holders, memory quilts, door hangers, fine art, and soy wax melts. For the art enthusiasts and home decor lovers, there will be beautiful artwork and stylish home decorations available. Spruce up an office with glittered pens, staplers, scissors, and more. And don’t forget to check out the dazzling handcrafted jewelry.
More Than Just
Shopping: A Full Day of Entertainment
Packed with musical performances, art exhibits, historic tours, and more, this festival promises a full day of entertainment. Stay in the loop by following the Fall into Arts Festival on Facebook and check KAFTA.org for updates on the entertainment schedule and a complete list of vendors. Vendors can register at https://www.kafta.org/vendor-registration-form.
The Fall into Arts Festival is sponsored by the Kennett Alliance for the Arts (KAFTA), an inclusive organization dedicated to promoting the multifaceted world of art. Supported by the Missouri Arts Council and local sponsors, KAFTA, a 501(c)(3) organization, uses all proceeds to enrich local arts programs.