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Downtown Venice Art Festival: Over 100 Artists Turn West Venice Avenue Into America’s Coolest Outdoor Gallery

Downtown Venice Art Festival

The Downtown Venice Art Festival really brings the town together. West Venice Avenue turns into a gallery lined with tents, where over 100 artists from across the country set up shop. The range is impressive: photography, jewelry, paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass, mixed media—you name it. It’s a rare chance to meet the artists, pick up something original, or even commission a piece you’ll treasure.

Venice, Florida, with its palm-lined streets, a lively downtown, and that old-Florida charm. The town buzzes with energy: cafés, indie shops, and sandy beaches draw both locals and visitors who stumble on its well-kept secrets. Maybe you’ll wander through the local boutiques on Venice Main Street, or spend the day golfing, boating, or just watching the sunset over the water. There’s something here for everyone.

Howard Alan Events runs the show, and they’ve built a reputation as the leading name in outdoor art festivals in the United States. Decades of experience show they know how to throw an art event that stands out.

Downtown Venice Art Festival

Festival hours run Saturday (Halloween) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with trick-or-treating for kids and families between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. The festival runs on Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you love art, or just want to soak up the Venice vibe, this weekend delivers.

38th Annual Downtown Venice Art Festival • October 31–November 1 • Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. • Outdoors on West Venice Avenue

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