Winters in Nebraska can be harsh and cold. It is a time many in the Midwest aren’t fond of, with dense snowfalls, icy grounds, and freezing wind. But one of the best parts of winter is the enjoyment everyone gets when it comes to an end, and one event just outside of Omaha will serve as the perfect place to usher in spring in Nebraska. The Spring Festival: An Arts and Crafts Affair is a huge showcase of top-notch works put on by Huffman Productions Inc., and this year’s iteration is a can’t miss.
The Spring Festival is a large event that draws in thousands of attendees to spotlight local and national artists and craftspeople. The show makes three stops in the Midwest, with the opening event set in Nebraska, while the next two are outside Minneapolis and Chicago. These events allow artists to connect with interested buyers in an event that has a true marketplace vibe.
The 2022 iteration of the Spring Festival will kick off on March 25th and wrap up on the 27th. It is set at the Ralston Arena in Ralston, a short drive from Omaha. Typically, this event will have up to 15,000 attendees across its three-day run, so secure your tickets to this great show quickly when they release online.
If you are an art lover, this event is the perfect place for you. The show is filled with row after row of incredible handcrafted art and home décor options at affordable prices. There are over 500 artists and craftspeople displaying their incredible creations at the event, selling everything from paintings and jewelry to handcrafted clutches, ceramics, and so much more.
The event has a stringent selection process for artists displaying, so you can rest assured that what you see will be top-notch. The event is juried, so artists need to submit their works to the festival well in advance of the final event. They go through several selection rounds until they trim the field down to the most qualified and creative artists in several different categories, so the attendees are only receiving the finest arts and crafts available.
The Spring Festival is a great place for families to head to, as there’s something for everyone here. If you aren’t a huge lover of the arts, there is still lots you can enjoy at this event. The show has a lively and upbeat atmosphere, with many great food and drink options, so you can just enjoy a fun, festive event and some great eats if you don’t love the arts. For children, there are great activities as well. There will be a clown at the event who will perform classic acts of hilarity. Children will love the face painting and balloon twisting, so do be sure to bring the little ones along!
Mostly though, this event is an opportunity to appreciate the works of a huge variety of different artists that display works across mediums. This event features various artists from across the country, with over 30 states represented. Attendees can talk to the artists, hear the stories behind their creations, and get inspired by their great work. This event will have pieces that are affordable to attendees on any budget, so bring your wallet and get ready to find the next great piece for your home.
The displays by the artists are often extremely creative in order to stand out from the numerous options available. This makes the Spring Festival a great event to stroll around in, and the creators, the Huffmans, pride themselves on hosting an event with the sights, smells, and feel of a village marketplace.
If you are looking for a great way to celebrate the return of spring and are a lover of arts and crafts, there is no better place to be than the Spring Festival. The Spring Festival is a huge display of the incredible works of artists from across the country, with affordable and exciting options on a huge variety of pieces. With fun features for the whole family, the Spring Festival is an exciting occasion for any Midwestern art enthusiast.
