Silk city arts festival 2026
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Silk city arts festival 2026 *
Mark your calendars, Manchester! Imagine Manchester is proud to bring back the Silk City Fest Saturday, August 22, 2026. Join us for a free and exciting day filled with art, crafts, local vendors, delicious food, music, activities, and fun for all ages. The fest will showcase the incredible creativity of our community while celebrating the many cultures that call Manchester home.
Artists lineup and additional event details will be announced soon — stay tuned!
(This is a rain or shine event; severe weather cancels.)
Calling All Original Local Artists & Performers!
Imagine Manchester is now inviting original local artists, musicians, dancers, and performers to be part of Silk City Fest 2026! If you’re interested in performing, please submit your details through the application link below. Our team will review submissions and send a confirmation email reserving your spot in the performance lineup by May 15th, 2026.
Spots are limited, so be sure to submit your application soon! With any questions, please send an email to: info@imaginemanchester.com
Find us In the heart of Manchester
Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:00pm – early Evening (schedule TBA)
Purnell Place
Manchester, CT 06040
We will be located in downtown Manchester, CT, on Purnell Place (follow the signs for the Orange Lot; the fest’s approximate address for GPS directions is 12 Purnell Place, Manchester, CT 06040).
There is plenty of parking in the nearby lots, as well as on Main Street and nearby streets.
