Celebration of all things home-made

Rotorua's annual Art in the Park always draws a good crowd. Photo / File

There will be art everywhere you look in the Government Gardens on Sunday as the annual Art in the Park event takes place.

The event, which celebrates handmade home creatives has been run for more than 17 years by the Arts Village and this year features more than 60 local and regional artists and musical acts to keep everyone entertained.

Art in the Park is an event created as an outlet for local creative people to show off their skills and talents.

Arts Village manager Mary-Beth Acres said there would be a huge range of artistic styles on show and for sale.

"We're really excited about this year's event," she said.

"We'll have everything from face painting, to hula hoops, to a Taiko drumming demonstration.

"We've got more than 60 sites all around the Government Gardens with lots of different arts and crafts on offer.

"Everything has been made by hand, there are no imports so if you're looking for something special you might find it here."

There will also be information about the classes run by the Arts Village and the Pathways Steiner Kindergarten will be along with its famous banana ice cream as a fundraiser.

There will also be performances as part of Music in the Rotunda.

"Come down early and bring a picnic," Miss Acres said.

Details
What: Art in the Park
When: Sunday, February 15, 10am to 4pm
Where: Government Gardens
How Much: Free