The next event is the Peace River National Art festival in Laishley Park in Punta Gorda, March 20th & March 21st. CLICK HERE to go to the festival visitors page for directions and further information.  

The Peace River National Art Festival will be held March 20th & March 21st, 2010 in beautiful Laishley Park, directly on the banks of the Peace River and the corner of the Gulf of Mexico in the cultural district of Punta Gorda, Florida.

The festival is run for the benefit of the Visual Arts Center of Punta Gorda. Charlotte County, Florida and the City of Punta Gorda have been instrumental in making this event a treasured community event. What could be better? A wonderful art event in a fantastic location, supporting the programs at one of the communities finest organizations.

Take a moment to relax in one of our many display areas. Choose from dozens of food items and have the opportunity to meet and get to know each artist. Our events will introduce you to the nations finest artists, some who you will be seeing for the first time. You can browse and purchase works directly from the extremely talented creators of each unique work of art. Whether it be a bronze sculpture, a hand turned wooden bowl, an original water color or oil painting or a handcrafted piece of fine jewelry you are certain to find a cherished piece for you or your home.  Our events are designed to be small and of high quality so you wil be able to see each exhibitor and be able to go back and compare artists work.