11th Annual JUNEBUG Festival

$10 ENTRY FEE, KIDS ARE FREE! LOOK FORWARD TO A FANTASTIC KIDS ARTS & CRAFTS AREA!

The 11th Annual Summer JuneBug Festival kicks off on Friday, June 16th at 5:00pm.

There is a $10 entry fee (both days of the event). Look forward to fascinating works from both professional and up-and-coming artisans, incredible music, live performances of a Lyra Artist, craft cocktails, cold brews and excellent food that utilizes as much local and sustainable ingredients as possible.

CALL FOR ART!

We are always looking for funky art and whimsical creations to add to the show.

To apply for a booth at the Junebug Festival, please email samples of your art and booth to [email protected]

Fri, Jun 16, 5:00 PM – Sat, Jun 17, 11:00 PM CDT

Artist Booth Fee for TWO DAYS:

$65- Single Booth / $130 – Double Booth

Friday, June 16th 5-11pm

Saturday, June 17th 11-11pm

Setup begins at 10am Friday Morning. No early birds please

ENTER OUR POTTERY THROWDOWN!

Happening on Saturday, June 17th, at 1pm, all are welcome to watch or participate in the exciting Wheel Wars, with the Queen of Clay, Beth Brown! Zane Faulhaber will be doing a live music score to accompany the epic muddy matches. Throw your hat in the ring and get your hands dirty on our wheel!
The name “Junebug” is international and has specific meaning- the ancient Mayan’s believed that Junebug’s are “The eyes of their ancestors”.

When planning the first JUNEBUG Festival, the creators remembered this and thought hard on what they would want their ancestors to see if they were to return for a fleeting moment… “the community coming together to celebrate art” was their answer.

The family friendly festival is located in the tiny art enclave of Ben Wheeler, Texas which highlights the work of artists, musicians and artisans from all over the Lonestar State. The festival was created and is hosted at The Forge Bar and Grill, along with the help of many local artists, specifically, Kerian Massey. Together as a community we have grown JUNEBUG to what it is today.

We focus on live art performances featuring demonstrations like weaving, blacksmithing, glass blowing, pottery throwing and more. Junebug allows the community to get involved in the art making process.

Date & Time:

June 16, 2023 - 5:00pm - 11:00pm

June 17, 2023 - 11:00am - 11:00pm

Location:

The Forge Back Yard under the trees

1610 Farm to Market Road 279,

Ben Wheeler, TX 75754

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