This art festival takes place in central Ohio and has been going on for over 40 years. It features fine art, craft artists, dance, music and art activities. There are also plenty of food vendors.
ua-ohio.net/artsfestival
The Spring Festival of Crafts takes place in Toledo, in northwestern Ohio. It is sponsored by the Toledo Craftsman's Guild and has been going strong for over 25 years. It is a juried festival, so those who enter their art into the festival may win prizes and ribbons.
This craft festival takes place in May in downtown Delaware, Ohio. It is a large festival featuring more than 170 artists and exhibits, food and concessions, plus live entertainment such as music. This festival, which has been held for over 35 years, also features a scholarship for budding local artists entering college.
delawareartsfestival.org
The Art Alliance of Southeastern Ohio organizes the Groveport Arts Festival, which takes place each Memorial Day weekend down Main Street of the Village of Groveport. In addition to art and crafts, the fest features live music.
groveportartsfestival.org
The Columbus Arts Festival is organized by the Greater Columbus Arts Council. It's a summer event that features art of all types, including fine paintings, glass work and more. Crafts are available as well, including jewelry. There are hands-on events for the kids, live music, and food available for purchase from local restaurants.
Columbus Arts Festival
100 E. Broad St., Suite 2250
Columbus, Ohio 43215
gcac.org/fest
Youngstown State University teams with the local community to present the Summer Festival of the Arts. The festival features both regional and national performing and fine artists. The organizers encourage local ethnic and cultural communities and organizations to become involved to make it an all-inclusive and diverse environment and festival.
ysu.edu/sfa