This year, the artist alley includes April Davis of Carthage. Davis returns to offer painting lessons for all ages for a small fee at her booth. Also, look for blacksmith Jim Keebaugh, Pierce City native, who will demonstrate forging from fire.

Handmade goods such as jewelry, pottery, crafts, artisan cookies, leather, woodwork, and artisan essential products can be found, along with other vendors including a variety of food trucks.

William Jeffrey Jones of Neosho is just one of the artists who will be participating in the plein air event. Jones is the owner of The Clay Cup and Pottery Studio in Neosho. Plein air is a term referring to painting outdoors or out in the open with most supplies on hand. A suggestion list and map will be provided. Spectators are welcome to come and see how the artists set up and what they choose to paint. Works will be on display and for sale at the festival in the late afternoon.

Kiddos can partake in the always anticipated "Junk Art Booth," a Pierce City festival favorite, where they can get creative with repurposing recyclable items.

Returning is Ozarks Knockerball, where all ages can tumble around in a large bubble ball as if in a human foosball game for $5 for 5 minutes or a $15 wristband for all day.

Gizmo's Games brings a new addition to his games: a train ride, in which parents can ride along.

Bring your lawn chairs for live entertainment all day. Neva Welters starts early with the soft sounds of her dulcimer. Turtles on a Log bring folk sounds to the mid-morning. Robin's Hood, featuring sounds of soft rock, swing, and the blues, returns to the festival.

A special acoustic performance by Pierce City's own Mark Chapman will end the day.

Singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Caleb Miller will take the stage throughout the day.  

Pennington Wines, Indian Springs Brewing Company, Myrtle's Distilled Spirits, and Tall Pines Distillary will prepare samples of their beverages and sell their products in the sampling garden for patrons 21 years and older. A small donation upon entry gets taste enthusiasts a festival souvenir wine glass for their sampling.

Date:

Saturday, September 23, 2023

Time:

10 am to 6 pm

Location:

South Park,
100 S. Gibbs St.,
Pierce City, MO 65723