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2008 Lake Street ARTfest

Are you looking for the best Midwest Fall Weekend Destination? Head to Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin!

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Join us for the 7th Annual Lake Street ARTfest on September 27 & 28, 2008 located on Legendary Lake Street and its pristine lakefront - all in the quaint Village of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Come to Elkhart Lake to enjoy the “Finer Things in Life”. Show runs from 10 am to 4 pm daily.Antoinette Croisant

FINE ART - Over 50 highly talented artists were juried into the show by a panel of judges who reviewed their work for originality, quality and composition. All accepted work is considered fine art, fine jewelry, or fine craft. Best Lake Street ARTfest ever! Admission to all art exhibits is free.

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FINE MUSIC - Your favorite style of music is sure to be a part of Lake Street ARTfest. You’ll hear acoustic guitar, swing, bebop, jazz and bluegrass all weekend long. A complete live music schedule and information about the performers will be released soon. Day and night entertainment!

For a weekend filled with musical talent, come often to see a variety of styles:

  • Friday, September 26 (8:30 pm) at Victorian Village Resort – The Art of Music (blues, rock, folk & jazz)

  • Saturday, September 27 (10 am – 1 pm) on the art show grounds – Zachary Scot Johnson (solo guitar)Zachary Scot Johnson

  • Saturday, September 27 (1 pm – 4 pm) on the art show grounds – Randal Harrison Trio (jazz) & Siebkens Resort will have live musical entertainment on Saturday evening at their Stop Inn Tavern.

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  • Sunday, September 28 (10 am - 1 pm) on the art show grounds – Beef Tea (bluegrass) pictured below.Beef Tea

  • Sunday, September 28 (1 – 4 pm) LILREV2on the art show grounds – ‘Lil Rev (folk with guitar, banjo, harmonica, ukulele, and mandolin)

FINE FOOD - A variety of tasty foods will be served in an area of the show where you can sit back and relax. Sip some wine, beer, or freshly squeezed lemon- and limeaid while enjoying the lakefront venue and musical entertainment. Try any one of the inviting village restaurants for a palate-pleasing meal any time of the day.

GREAT ACCOMMODATIONS - Elkhart Lake’s premier resorts and bed and breakfast inns have an allure of their own. Special rates are available for ARTfest weekend: Elkhart Lake resorts are offering 10% off your second night stay and Elkhart Lake B & B’s have a special weekend leisure rate of $75.00. Click on the LODGING cube above for direct links to participating businesses.

UNIQUE SHOPPING - Downtown Elkhart Lake is just two blocks from ARTfest. Gift shops, antique shops and art galleries are located in the charming village square. Saturday morning’s Farmers & Artisans Market takes place next to the Depot Museum from 8:30 am to Noon.

EXCITING RECREATION - Kayak familyExperience Elkhart Lake on land and water. A variety of recreational opportunities will be available for guests. Watch for details coming soon.

Guided kayak tours of Elkhart Lake. Call (920) 452-9555 to reserve a kayak, paddles and life jacket.

Pontoon boat tours will be available at The Osthoff Resort’s dock. See beautiful Elkhart Lake and enjoy the tour guide’s fascinating story as you cruise the colorful lakeshore.

A cooking class will be offered by The Osthoff Resort’s L’ Ecole de la Maison Cooking School. Details to be announced.