Summerfair is a great annual art show! You can easily spend an entire day (or more - it goes for three days) enjoying the sights. There is a wide variety of artwork that covers a lot of areas, including photography, jewelry, sculpture, and more. There are several hundred artists who are accepted, so there is a lot to see. But if that's not enough, they also offer a variety of programming, including music and a fun kids area, plus a lot of options for good eating.
I have attended several years now (they are almost at 50 years of holding the event!), and have enjoyed each time. I have purchased several items that I still enjoy today, including a pair of earrings from several years ago that remains one of my favorites. My most recent visit was this year's, and it was as fascinating as ever. I had the opportunity to get into some fun conversations with a few artists, and it was neat to learn about their processes for creating their art.
Location is at Coney Island, and parking is included in the ticket price. Although a lot of artists have started using Square to more easily accommodate credit card purchases, I would still recommend bringing some cash, particularly for the ticket booth. read more