Check out the 20th Annual Riverdale ArtWalk during Riverside Eats & Beats Streetfest June 2nd

The 20th annual Riverdale Artwalk, happening alongside Riverside Eats & Beats on June 2nd, showcases local artists in Jimmie Simpson Park and in Jimmie Simpson Rec Centre.

Riverside’s Annual Eats & Beats Streetfest is back – this year on Saturday June 2nd alongside the 20th annual Riverdale ArtWalk. Taste the Eats and feel the Beats in Toronto’s Riverside neighbourhood! Riverside’s Annual Streetfest spans 10 vibrant blocks along Queen Street East between the Don Valley Parkway to just past De Grassi Street.

While you’re at the Riverside Eats & Beats Streetfest on June 2nd, head over to the easterly end of the neighbourhood to Jimmie Simpson Park and the Jimmie Simpson Rec Centre for the 20th Annual Riverdale ArtWalk.  Hosted by the Artists’ Network, the Riverdale ArtWalk is a FREE two-day (June 2 & 3), public fine art exhibition showcasing established and emerging artists in Jimmie Simpson Park and the Community Centre in Toronto’s flourishing Queen St. East arts district. The first outdoor art show of Toronto’s season, the Riverdale ArtWalk is consistently ranked one of the top outdoor shows in the GTA. It is a great place to connect with artists and buy that perfect piece for your home!

The festival hosts over 175 participating artists and the inclusion of local community groups and food vendors. Now in its 20th year, the festival has grown to reach an audience of over 20,000 art enthusiasts and supporters. Through new partnership opportunities with the local BIA, the Riverdale ArtWalk expects to continue to grow.

Artists will be exhibiting painting, photography, mixed media, printmaking, drawing, and sculpture:

The event is free and open to the public so you can experience art all in one area from 11am-6pm each day. Enjoy this chance to discuss art with local artists. Be on the lookout for that perfect piece to take home and make your own.

Make sure to cast your ballot for the People’s Choice Award and you could win one of over 20 artworks. Vote at the Artists’ Network booth located along Queen Street East. Look for the “I Gave Art” sign onsite in participating artists booths.

Preview the featured artists HERE #TorontoArtWalks #ArtWalkSquare

 

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To check out all the fun details of Riverside Eats & Beats Streetfest, register for activities, and let us know you’re coming!

So come join us – and share your memories on social media using #eatsnbeats and #RiversideTO for chance to win a free Riverside t-shirt!

BIG THANK YOU to Riverside Eats & Beats 2018 sponsors for helping make this fantastic event possible: the Riverside BIA, BMO Queen & Saulter Branch, and Metroland Media.