Events

[ART] A peace garden and a hands on sand-art project will be two among the many festivities, activities, and sights to enjoy at the 50th Annual Lewiston Art Festival, coming up on Saturday and Sunday, August 13 and 14. Stroll the streets to meet the artists behind the ceramics, drawings, jewelry, photography and other mediums that will be out for viewing and purchasing pleasure. Jazz music from Buffalo favorite Barroom Buzzards and other bands will fill the air as 3D Chalk artist Michale Macauley adds another dimension to 5th and Center Street. Face2face face painting and amusement rides will be available for children and the young at heart. Be sure to partake in Saturday’s Chalk Walk Competition for a chance to win some festival prizes. Between the Tops on Center Street and the Niagara River, the whole family is sure to find entertainment and treasure. The festival will go on rain or shine from 10am to 6pm.