Friends of Manito Art Festival

This inaugural arts festival from the nonprofit Friends of Manito unites the Inland Northwest’s creative community in one of the region’s most iconic settings: picturesque Manito Park. The daylong event offers artist booths from recognizable names in the arts scene, including Chris Bovey of Vintage Print, who created the festival poster featuring a design motif inspired by Manito’s Rose Garden. The festival itself takes place on the expansive green just east of Duncan Gardens. After browsing artist booths, grab a bite to eat from one of several local food trucks slated to be on-site — including boba tea from Tea’s Company and ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s — and relax on the lawn while listening to tunes from local musician Kyle Richard. There also will be kids’ craft activities and a photo booth. While you’re there, consider a stroll through Manito’s recently reopened Japanese garden, where the koi pond has been restored to conserve water.

Friends of Manito Art Festival • Sat, July 31 from 11 am-6 pm • Free • Manito Park, green east of Duncan Gardens • 1800 S. Grand Blvd. • thefriendsofmanito.org