Join us on the Hoyt Lawns for a day packed with creativity, laughter, and hands-on fun at the Children’s Summer Arts Festival. Kids can meet animals from the Erie Zoo, twist up balloon fun, explore a mini museum from the Museum of Natural History, get their faces painted, and even tie-dye their own shirt! Enjoy live performances, storytelling, and a mystery adventure with author Sarah McDavis, plus toe-tapping dances from Allegro Dance Company. Don’t miss the Book Exchange with the New Castle Public Library. Best of all, Admission is Free!

All Day Fun
Tie Dye: Purchase an event t-shirt for $10 or bring your own shirt and it’s free!
Balloon Twisting
Face Painting
Caricatures with Richard DiGia
Concessions (bring your change! – 50¢ per ticket)

On Stage

12:30 pm - Penny Arcade

Part improv, part playtime, all fun-Penny Arcade is a one-of-a-kind comedy experience for curious minds and big imaginations.

1:30 pm - Story Teller Sarah McDavis

An immersive mystery experience inspired by her books, Sarah presents a live storytelling experience with interactive clue solving and an unexpected twist you won’t see coming!

2:30 pm - Allegro Dance Company

From swirling skirts to stomping feet, Allegro lights up the stage with the sights and sounds of Italy-full of heart, heritage, and pure fun.