Wilmington, DE Exit 6: On the same weekend, you can enjoy 2 different kinds of enjoyment in one city, Wilmington, DE – an artisanal craft fair and a live reggae music festival.
The Annual Peoples’ Festival 4Peace Tribute to former Wilmington resident Bob Marley, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.
The festival features live music on two stages hosted by Mutabaruka with performances by Reggae band Third World, I-Octane, and eight other bands. Other highlights include a Children’s Village, International Food Court, Bamboo Rain Hut, Peace Pavillion, Healing Garden and arts and crafts from around the world.
Location: Tubman Garret Riverfront Park, Wilmington, DE
Date: Sat July 26/14
Hours: noon – 10 pm
Tel: 302-656-2021
www.peoplesfestival.com
On the same weekend, Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Fine Craft Fair, the largest premier fine craft fair in the Brandywine Valley, returns for its 8th year with more craftsmen than ever before.
This indoor shopping experience features an array of items – all handmade in America. Find one-of-a-kind clothing, jewelry, ceramics, glass, sculpture and fine furniture and meet the artisans who craft them.
Location: Chase Center on the Riverfront,
GPS: 815 Justison st.,Wilmington, De 19801
Dates: July 26 & 27, 2014
Hours: Sat 10 – 6, Sun 10 – 5Tel: 717-431-8706
www.pacrafts.org