New Krasl Art Fair Details
The 2026 Commemorative Art Work designed by Amy Jamison. Amy is one of the 172 artists that will be featured at the 2026 Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff.
What's in Store for The
2026 Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff
New Event Details
Krasl Art Center is pleased to announce that this year's Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff, presented by 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services, will take place on July 11 & 12, 2026, on the bluff in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan. Hours of operations are Saturday 10 AM to 6 PM. and Sunday 10 AM to 5 PM The event will feature 172 talented artists from across the nation, showcasing an incredible array of artwork.
The Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff is admission free; donations are suggested. Funds received from the Art Fair support year-round access to the arts, ensuring that the St. Joseph and Benton Harbor communities continue to benefit from creative and cultural experiences.
To kick off the weekend, Krasl and 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services will host a Block Party on Krasl Art Center grounds on Friday, July 10, 2026, from 5 to 9 PM. This event will feature a variety of food trucks, ensuring a delicious array of options. Beverages will be provided by Watermark Brewing Co., Domaine Berrien Cellars, and Pepsi. Entertainment for the evening will include musical performances by Jewell & The Future and Savannah Nicks. General admission is $10 and Krasl Members get in free! To confirm your membership level, call our front desk at 269-983-0217 or email Monica Garvey at monica@krasl.org.
In addition to enjoying the art, food, and music, attendees can look forward to these new options at the year's Art Fair!
SHUTTLE SERVICE
There will be two shuttle stops in 2026. One at St. Joseph High School located at 2521 Stadium Drive in St. Joseph and the second at Michigan Works! located at 499 W. Main Street in Benton Harbor.
GOLF CARTS
Chauffeured golf cart rides up and down the bluff will be offered. Donations encouraged for this service. The golf carts are sponsored by Point Blue, Floor Art, and Parrett Company.
BEER GARDEN & CUSTOM COCKTAIL
A public Beer Garden will be available on the Krasl Art Center grounds at 707 Lake Blvd. in St. Joseph, MI. There is a fee to get in. Featuring the Krasl Handcrafted custom cocktail, don’t miss purchasing a KRASL HANDCRAFTED PASS for unlimited access.
ARTS-RELATED PROGRAMMING
New in 2026 is the Arts Mainstage on Krasl Art Center grounds Featuring arts–related programming throughout the weekend.
Join us in celebrating creativity and supporting the arts. We look forward to seeing you at the Art Fair! Visit our website for additional event information and updates.
For more information on 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services, visit: https://www.1stsource.com/personal/wealth-management/.
ABOUT KRASL ART CENTER:
Krasl Art Center provides southwest Michigan residents and visitors the opportunity to experience contemporary art exhibitions, new artist projects, and creative events, as well as art classes, camps, guest artist workshops, and community-wide programs. The center opened in 1980. Indoors, it houses galleries, art-making studios, and a gift shop. Outdoors it celebrates public art through sculpture placements on its campus and throughout the community. Krasl Art Center's mission is to inspire meaningful change and strengthen community through the visual arts. To learn more, visit krasl.org.
ABOUT KRASL ART FAIR ON THE BLUFF:
The Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff is the flagship fundraiser for Krasl Art Center. The event welcomes artists to scenic Lake Bluff Park to exhibit and sell their artwork the second weekend of July every year. Artists are juried into the event, creating one of the region's largest high-end outdoor art experiences. The 2023-2024 events are presented by 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services. To learn more, visit krasl.org/art-fair/event-information.
