‘POISON’ TO ROCK MUSIKFEST 2022

Save the dates for your favorite festivals like Musikfest along with some new food and arts experiences.

BETHLEHEM, Pa.— ArtsQuest is proud to welcome Poison to its flagship festival, Musikfest, in 2022. The group’s original members (Bret Michaels, C.C. DeVille, Bobby Dall and Rikki Rockett) will rock the Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza on Sun., Aug. 7. This show was originally scheduled for Musikfest in 2020. Previously sold tickets will be honored, ArtsQuest’s box office will be reaching out to all ticket holders via email. Member access begins on Tues., Feb. 1 and the remaining tickets will go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Fri., Feb. 4 on musikfest.org. For more exclusive ticket access and advance purchase opportunities, become an  ArtsQuest Circle donor today.

Poison, known for their hit songs “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” “Nothin’ But A Good Time” “Unskinny Bop” and more, started their journey playing in Pennsylvania bars and then the Los Angeles club scene. Their early album “Look What The Cat Dragged In” sold more than three million copies. The album “Open Up and Say…Ah!” sold more than eight million copies out of the gate and their “Flesh & Blood” album went multi-platinum. Lead singer Bret Michaels, a Pennsylvania native, also gained fame through his smash hit television show “Rock Of Love” and his winning season on “Celebrity Apprentice.” Michaels was awarded Humanitarian Of The Year at the 2019 Hollywood Christmas Parade. His philanthropic work includes his Life Rocks Foundation which supports causes such as diabetes awareness, and fundraising for children with cancer, veterans’ organizations and animal rescues.

This show will be sponsored by Rich Mar Florist with media partners WLEV and 99.9 the Hawk. Musikfest will take place Aug. 5 – 14, 2022. Country music superstar Kelsea Ballerini is set to perform on Thurs., Aug. 11 and GRAMMY-award winning country music band ALABAMA will take the stage on Sat., Aug. 13. Additional announcements will be shared throughout the year. The new Musikfest poster, by renowned fine artist Bart Cooper, was unveiled in Nov. Visit musikfest.org for more information. Overall, an estimated 1,127,000 people attended Musikfest in 2021 and the 11-day festival had an estimated $67 million impact on the Lehigh Valley Region of Pennsylvania.

New bi-monthly series will launch in Feb. with Judas and the Black Messiah featuring an exclusive interview with screenwriters Keith and Kenny Lucas and a live discussion with Lehigh Valley Stands Up

BETHLEHEM, Pa.— ArtsQuest’s Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas is proud to present a new screening series, Black Film: Then and Now, on Sat., Feb. 19. In addition, The LGBTQ+ Film Series will return on Wed., Feb. 9. Tickets are free to all screenings in both series and can be reserved at steelstacks.org/film.

The Black Film: Then and Now Series will premiere on Sat., Feb. 19 at noon with the Oscar-winning Judas and the Black Messiah. Curated by Allentown-based filmmaker Vernard James, Black Film: Then and Now centers on displaying the evolution of how Black people have been depicted throughout the history of cinema, while also seeking to boost the voices of Black Lehigh Valley-based artists of all disciplines. A 2021 film, Judas and the Black Messiah details the betrayal of Fred Hampton (Daniel Kaluuya, winner of the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the film), chairman of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party in late 1960s Chicago, by FBI informant William O’Neal (Lakeith Stanfield). Judas earned six Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. Immediately following the screening, an exclusive pre-recorded interview between James and Keith and Kenny Lucas (known as the Lucas Brothers), co-writers/producers of Judas and the Black Messiah, will be presented. Ce-Ce Gerlach of Lehigh Valley Stands Up and James will discuss activism in the Lehigh Valley and ways in which Fred Hampton’s legacy persists today in a live discussion prior to the film.

The LGBTQ+ Series’ first installment for 2022 will be a screening of The Watermelon Woman on Wed., Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. This 1996 film was written, directed and edited by Cheryl Dunye, making it the first feature film to be directed by a Queer Black woman and cementing its status as a landmark in new Queer cinema. The Watermelon Woman follows a young woman named Cheryl (Dunye) as she embarks on a journey of self-discovery when she begins producing a documentary about Fae Richards, a 1930s Black film actress known as “The Watermelon Woman.” The Watermelon Woman was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress in 2021. The LGBTQ+ Film Series, curated by Catherine Ford, Alessandra Fanelli and Adrianna Gober, aims to explore and uplift a wide and diverse scope of LGBTQ+ issues and stories by highlighting selections from the rich, enduring history of Queer cinema.  Tickets for both series are free and can be reserved at steelstacks.org/film or by calling ArtsQuest’s Box Office at 610.332.3378. ArtsQuest will continue to follow the latest CDC, state and local health and safety guidelines. Visit artsquest.org/safety for more information

ARTSQUEST ANNOUNCES NEW MUSIKFEST CAFÉ SHOWS

Tickets go on sale Jan. 28 for Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Philadelphia Funk Authority, Craig Thatcher Band and Steve Vai

BETHLEHEM, Pa. – ArtsQuest is proud to announce four newly scheduled shows in the Musikfest Café, presented by Yuengling, for the upcoming months. Tickets to these shows will go on sale beginning Tues., Jan. 25 for ArtsQuest members and Fri., Jan. 28 for the general public at steelstacks.org. For more exclusive ticket access and advance purchase opportunities, become an ArtsQuest Circle donor today.

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy (BBVD) will perform on Tues., March 1 at the Musikfest Café. Since its formation in the early 90s in Ventura, Calif., the energetic-jazz and swing band has toured virtually nonstop, performing on average more than 150 shows a year. The group has produced a sizable catalog of recorded music, with sales of more two million albums to date. The band was at the forefront of the swing revival in the age of flannel wrapped grunge, blending a vibrant fusion of the classic American sounds of jazz, swing and Dixieland with the energy and spirit of contemporary culture. BBVD’s core lineup includes Scotty Morris (lead vocals and guitar), Kurt Sodergren (drums), Dirk Shumaker (double bass and vocals), Andy Rowley (baritone saxophone and vocals), Glen “The Kid” Marhevka (trumpet), Karl Hunter (saxophones and clarinet) and Joshua Levy (piano and arranger). Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s first large scale appearance in the 1996 indie film Swingers, and has appeared in countless films and television shows, including The Wild, Despicable Me, Friends and So You Think You Can Dance. They have appeared live on Dancing with The Stars, Late Night With Conan O’Brien, NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. After 29 years, 11 records, thousands of live shows and countless appearances in film and television, BBVD is showing no signs of slowing down.

Philadelphia Funk Authority will bring the party on Fri., Feb. 11. Created with one thing in mind, to provide the very best in high-energy dance and party entertainment, Philadelphia Funk Authority prove time and again the ability to deliver at parties, night clubs, festivals, weddings, concerts and corporate events. Philly Funk has a reputation for making the party happen. The talented musicians of Philly Funk Authority bring together the experience of literally thousands of performances to formulate the ultimate entertainment machine.

Craig Thatcher Band will take the stage on Fri., April 22. A Lehigh Valley fan favorite, the Craig Thatcher Band has been entertaining audiences with their extensive and exciting brand of blues/rock music since 1993. Craig Thatcher is a band leader, an International Clinician/Ambassador for C.F. Martin & Co. of Nazareth, Pa, a guitar instructor and recording artist. He has worked with many great artists including Simone, Buddy Guy, Jimmie Vaughan, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Jonny Lang, Train, Savoy Brown, Jorma Kaukonen, Roseanne Cash, John Mayer and many other international artists.

Steve Vai: Inviolate Tour will perform on Wed., Oct. 26. A virtuoso guitarist, visionary composer and consummate producer who sculpts musical sound with infinite creativity and technical mastery, Steve Vai has awed fans of all genres with his exceptional guitar skills and musicianship for decades. More than three decades, 15 million in album sales, and three GRAMMY Awards later, Vai has proven himself, in his own right, to be one of music’s true originals. His career accomplishments have earned him honorary doctorates from Berklee College of Music and Musicians Institute. Vai was voted the 10th “Greatest Guitarist” by Guitar World magazine and consistently lands among the best in various lists of the top guitarists of all time. Vai has toured the world as a solo artist, as a member of G3, Generation-Axe and with Frank Zappa, David Lee Roth, Alcatrazz and Whitesnake. Vai’s full discography encompasses more than 60 albums, including many with Zappa, others from stints with Roth and Whitesnake, as well as live releases, collaborations, compilation and orchestral works.

ArtsQuest will continue to follow the latest CDC, state and local health and safety guidelines. Visit artsquest.org/safety for the latest updates.

ARTSQUEST ANNOUNCES NEW COMEDY SHOWS

Tickets are now on sale for upcoming shows in the Musikfest Café and new comedy venue at the Visitor Center at SteelStacks

BETHLEHEM, Pa. – ArtsQuest is proud to announce a variety of upcoming comedy shows in the Musikfest Café, presented by Yuengling, and Visitor Center at SteelStacks presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network. Tickets to these shows are now on sale for both  ArtsQuest Members and the general public at  steelstacks.org. For more exclusive ticket access and advance purchase opportunities, become an ArtsQuest Circle donor today.

Bobby Collins will perform at the Musikfest Café on Fri., Oct. 21. This comedian has distinguished himself as a premier comedian through precise physical timing and impeccable audience insight. He has honed his talents while performing from hole in the wall clubs to sold out theaters with an ability to truthfully translate the human condition. Audiences relate to his comedic characterizations as he exposes the humor of day-to-day situations as well as serving up rants on world events. Bobby has toured with Frank Sinatra, Cher, Julio Iglesias and Dolly Parton and worked alongside Chris Rock, Ray Romano, Drew Carey and Jerry Seinfeld. Bobby has made innumerable television appearances on Letterman, The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, Jimmy Fallon and Jay Leno.

Marina Franklin will perform in the Fowler Blast Furnace Room at the ArtsQuest Center on Sat., Feb. 12. The New-York based comedian is emerging as one of the hottest performers in the comedy scene today, with such notable appearances as in Trainwreck and on Conan O’Brien, The Jim Gaffigan Show, Showtime’s Women Who Kill and Chappelle’s Show. She is a favorite in comedy festivals across the world, like Melbourne Comedy Festival, Scotland’s Glasgow Comedy Festival, BBC’s World Stand Up, Rotterdam’s Comedy Factory, Montreal’s Just For Laughs, Ireland’s Kilkenny Comedy Festival and Nashville’s Bonnaroo Music Festival.

Jeff Allen will perform on the Musikfest Café stage Thurs., April 7. Allen combines clean, hilarious humor like no other comedian working today. Jeff has been featured on America’s Got Talent, Netflix, Amazon, Dry Bar Comedy, Pureflix, Huckabee, Warner Bros., Bananas, Apostles of Comedy, Thou Shalt Laugh and numerous other networks and shows. Jeff’s comedy drives home the humor in everyday family life and the joy derived from a healthy marriage. This is an ALL-AGES event.

Glen Tickle will perform in the Visitor Center Sat., Feb. 26. Tickle has appeared on SiriusXM, Dry Bar Comedy and PBS. He is rewriting all of Wikipedia without doing any research as a co-host of The Improvised Wikipedia Podcast and he can beat you in Dr. Mario. Glen is currently working on his next special, “Glen Tickle Against the World Crime League.”

In addition to its stand-up schedule, ArtsQuest will host a plethora of improv, sing-a-longs and gameshows to keep you entertained.

On Sat., Feb. 12, join us for Happy Together, come laugh out loud and see who is the bigger upstaging, scenery chewing Queen when Carol Ann Carol Ann and Sharron Ann Husbands return to ArtsQuest as Liz and Ann Hampton Callaway in this show filled with sing-a-long hits from the 60s. Also on Sat. Feb, 12 join us for Valley Weird Squares: Love Boat, with Emcee and Trivia master Steven Bost as he quizzes a cast of colorful, comedic characters. Contestants must decide whether the answers are true or false to claim their squares and win the game. On Sat., Feb. 19 check out We’re Good, You’re Great, a quick witted, fully improvised show focusing on the humor found through a labyrinth of characters and comedic situations. On Sat., Feb. 26 come to the Visitor Center for Synced Up, an improv extravaganza staring Cindy Marsh, Erica Sylvester, Sam Beedle, Tami Cantilina, and Addyson Teal.

Stand-up comedian, actress and podcaster Emma Willmann has been rescheduled for April 8. The full line-up can be viewed, and tickets purchased for all comedy shows on steelstacks.org/comedy.

ArtsQuest will continue to follow the latest CDC, state and local health and safety guidelines. Visit artsquest.org/safety for the latest updates.

FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS, ST. PAUL & THE BROKEN BONES TO PERFORM AT STEELSTACKS

The well-known bands will perform outdoors at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, Pa. on Sun., June 12

BETHLEHEM, Pa. – ArtsQuest is proud to welcome hit musical artists Fitz and the Tantrums and St. Paul & The Broken Bones to the outdoor stage at SteelStacks on Sun., June 12. Tickets will go on sale to ArtsQuest members beginning Wed., Jan. 19 and to the public at 10 a.m. Fri., Jan. 21 on steelstacks.org. For more exclusive ticket access and advance purchase opportunities, become an ArtsQuest Circle donor today.

Fitz and the Tantrums features Michael “Fitz” Fitzpatrick and Noelle Scaggs (vocals), James King (saxophone, flute), Jeremy Ruzumna (keyboards), Joseph Karnes (bass) and John Wicks (drums, percussion). The multi-platinum artists recently released their fourth full length album ALL THE FEELS, featuring singles “123456” and “I Just Wanna Shine.” ALL THE FEELS follows the band’s 2016 release FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS, which spawned the group’s biggest hit to date, “HandClap.” The RIAA-certified two-time platinum single has been streamed more than 400 million times globally, went top five on both the Hot AC and Alternative Radio charts and also enjoyed major airplay across the country at Top 40. The LA-based band has been featured on Dancing With The Stars, Good Morning America, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, TODAY show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, America’s Got Talent and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The group has performed at music festivals around the world including Coachella, Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits and more.

The Alabama-bred soul band St. Paul & The Broken Bones consists of members Paul Janeway (vocals), Jesse Phillips (bass), Browan Lollar (guitar), Kevin Leon (drums), Al Gamble (keyboards), Allen Branstetter (trumpet), Chad Fisher (trombone) and Amari Ansari (saxophone). Their fourth album, THE ALIEN COAST, is a convergence of rock & roll, R&B, psychedelia and funk. Produced by Matt Ross-Spang, THE ALIEN COAST is the first album St. Paul & The Broken Bones have ever recorded in their hometown of Birmingham. The band’s chief lyricist drew inspiration from Greek mythology, dystopian sci-fi, 17th century Italian sculpture and colonial-period history books for the band’s most adventurous and original work to date.

ArtsQuest will continue to follow the latest CDC, state and local health and safety guidelines. Visit artsquest.org/safety for the latest updates.

ARTSQUEST’S 12TH ANNUAL ‘SOUPER BOWL’ RESCHEDULED

Credit: Lisa Boehm

This event, featuring prominent Lehigh Valley restaurants and caterers, returns to the SteelStacks campus on Sun., March 13, 2022.

BETHLEHEM, Pa. – ArtsQuest’s Souper Bowl XII has been rescheduled for Sun., March 13, 2022. The annual culinary experience will still follow the same schedule and take place from noon – 3 p.m., in the ArtsQuest Center’s Musikfest Café, presented by Yuengling.

Tickets for General admission start at $32 for ArtsQuest Members and $36 for the public. VIP Tasting Tickets will also be available for purchase on steelstacks.org. These passes will include early entry into the venue, a free drink ticket for any Yuengling beer, wine from Franklin Hills Vineyards, or a soft drink, plus automatic entry into a VIP only raffle for a chance to win a year-long pass to the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas and a Yuengling beer cooler.

This event will return for its 12th year and feature creations from some of the top restaurateurs in the region. A panel of expert and celebrity judges will award the best vegan, seafood-based, cream-based, meat-based, most surprising ingredient and most original creations. Guests will also choose who wins the coveted “People’s Choice” award. A live performance by Lehigh Valley based jazz-blues band, Dolcetto Trio, will also be featured during the event. Attendees can enter a raffle for a chance to win gift cards donated by the participating restaurants.

Any restaurants interested in participating must fill out the following form to reserve a station at this popular event.

Tickets for this delicious event are on sale can be purchased on steelstacks.org or by calling the ArtsQuest box office at 610.332.3378. For more exclusive ticket access and advance purchase opportunities, become an ArtsQuest Circle donor today.

ArtsQuest will continue to follow the latest CDC, state and local health and safety guidelines. Visit artsquest.org/safety for the latest updates.

ARTSQUEST ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR SLÁINTE, A NEW FESTIVAL CELEBRATING IRISH HERITAGE

This four-day celebration, produced in partnership with Donegal Square/McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub, will kick off on St. Patrick’s Day and last through Sun., March 20, 2022

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — ArtsQuest is proud to present Sláinte, a celebration of Irish heritage Thurs., March 17 through Sun., March 20. This new four-day experience is being produced in partnership with Bethlehem’s Donegal Square/McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub.

Fiddles and whiskey will take center stage for four days during this festival focused on the music and traditions of the Emerald Isle. With several bands coming over from Ireland and traditional food and whiskey pairings supervised by Neville Gardner, owner and operator of Donegal Square/McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar, Sláinte will be an immersive experience taking the usual St. Patrick’s Day festivities to the next level.

“We are excited to partner with Neville and his team on this new festival,” ArtsQuest’s Chief Programming Officer Patrick Brogan said. “From the music to the whiskey, this partnership will help us create an authentic celebration of Celtic heritage. This is a great opportunity for our organizations to collaborate.”

Tickets for individual days and events, including VIP single malt whiskey tastings and a Sunday Irish Breakfast, will go on sale in the coming weeks. The festival, taking place at SteelStacks on the SouthSide of Bethlehem, will also feature a fiddle competition and musical performances. Confirmed bands include the traditional Irish music group Lúnasa and Irish folk band The Jeremiahs. A full lineup will be announced soon.

“This is an exciting time for the Lehigh Valley,” Gardner said. “The announcement of Sláinte Festival as a celebration for St. Patrick’s Day and Celtic Culture will help connect many people to their heritage. I’m delighted to be part of this new venture.”

Festival passes are on sale now on steelstacks.org for $79 for ArtsQuest members and $99 for the public. These festival passes include admission to all musical performances. Single day passes and tickets to VIP food and whiskey events will be released soon.

ARTSQUEST ANNOUNCES NEW SHOWS FOR THE MUSIKFEST CAFÉ

Tickets for both New Suede and In the Light of Led Zeppelin – A Symphonic Zeppelin Experience will go on sale Fri., Jan. 14

BETHLEHEM, Pa. – ArtsQuest is proud to announce two new upcoming shows in the Musikfest Café, presented by Yuengling. New Suede will perform on Thurs., Feb. 24 and In the Light of Led Zeppelin – A Symphonic Zeppelin Experience will rock the stage on Sun., April 3. Tickets for both shows will go on sale at 10 a.m. Fri. Jan. 14 on steelstacks.org. For exclusive ticket access and advance purchase opportunities, become an ArtsQuest Circle donor today.

On Thurs., Feb. 24, New Suede will bring its rock, blues and funk fusion style to the Café stage. After moving from Lancaster, Pa to Nashville, Tenn. in 2016, Elijah Perron formed the first iteration of New Suede, regionally touring and releasing three popular singles that quickly garnered audiences’ attention by fusing funk and rock. Originally a four-piece set of guitar, drums, bass and keys, New Suede returns with an added blues harp and saxophone to create a blended sound backed by multiple bases. New Suede’s first full album is scheduled to be released in Jan. Having performed live for more than 11 years and in eight different states, Perron continues to be the sociable stage performer his audience knows and loves.

On Sun., April 3, In the Light of Led Zeppelin – A Symphonic Zeppelin Experience, will bring its intriguing two-hour adventure to Café. Described as “Trans-Siberian Orchestra meets Led Zeppelin,” In the Light of Led Zeppelin is an exciting event with an orchestrated arrangement of rock’s most iconic music. This seven-piece supergroup of Grammy-nominated men and women features the sounds of the violin and cello, among classic guitar and other instruments. This highly refined tribute ensemble provides a unique musical experience. There is no other tribute experience like In the Light of Led Zeppelin. “It’s not a tribute, it’s an experience!” is the reaction from fans all over the world.

For tickets to Musikfest Café shows up visit steelstacks.org. ArtsQuest will continue to follow the latest CDC, state and local health and safety guidelines. Visit artsquest.org/safety for the latest updates.

ARTSQUEST ANNOUNCES 2022 EVENTS

Photo Courtesy: Jeff Auger

Save the dates for your favorite festivals like Musikfest along with some new food and arts experiences.

BETHLEHEM, Pa.— A new year means new music, arts and food events at ArtsQuest. The nonprofit arts organization, dedicated to providing access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences, is planning a busy 2022 filled with annual events the Lehigh Valley has come to love, along with new experiences.

ArtsQuest’s flagship festival, Musikfest, will return Aug. 5-14. This year’s ‘fest, returning for its 39th year, will feature hundreds of free performances throughout the City of Bethlehem. The 2022 poster, by renowned contemporary artist Bart Cooper, has already been unveiled. Tickets are on sale now for headliners Kelsea Ballerini and ALABAMA who will perform on the Wind Creek Steel Stage. Additional performers and details will be announced throughout the year.

Outdoor concerts are also back at the SteelStacks. Get ready for a full season of the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks Summer Concert Series presented by Coordinated Health, now part of Lehigh Valley Health Network, weekends from May 20-September 10. Also, this summer, mark your calendars for the new ReggaeFest on Sat. July 2.

Save the date this spring for a reimagined Kentucky Derby Watch Party on Sat., May 7. This summer Juneteenth will return to the SteelStacks campus for a full day of community events on Sat., June 18. ¡Sabor! Latin Festival will also return for three days of sizzling music, food and fun June 24-26.

Foodies rejoice! ArtsQuest has a full plate of events including a new TacoFest, set for Sun., July 10. Enjoy dinner and a show at Palette & Pour, the new full-service bar and quick-service kitchen located on the first floor of the ArtsQuest Center, or order some food and drinks while enjoying a film at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas. Start making plans for brunch, featuring new chef’s creations, in honor of Easter on Sun., April 17 or Mother’s Day on Sun., May 8.

Appreciate the arts during the Glass Blast and Art Auction, a gala featuring demos and artwork, on Fri., April 22. Gear up for a family-friendly celebration of the arts during the revamped Banana Factory Block Party, formerly known as the SouthSide Arts and Music Festival, on May 6-7. Enjoy a marathon nine hours of laughs during The 9th Annual SteelStacks Improv Comedy Festival, returning in-person on Sat., Jan. 29. Display your cinematic talents, submissions are now being accepting for Greater Lehigh Valley Filmmaker Festival which will return in-person Sat., April 9. InVision, a month-long celebration of all things photography, will also return in November.

Celebrate and honor those who have served our country with patriotic events, presented by Embassy Bank, planned for Memorial Day May 28-30, Flag Day on Sat., June 11, the Fourth of July, Patriot Day on Sun., Sept. 11 and Veterans Day on Fri., Nov. 11.

After a record-breaking event in 2021, Oktoberfest, presented by Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE), will return Sept. 30-Oct. 2 and Oct. 7-9. The 12th annual festival will feature brew samples, live music, local artisans as well as popular activities like the dachshund dog parade and the Pennsylvania State Steinholding Championship.

Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, presented by Univest Financial®, will return for five weekends beginning Nov. 18-20, 25-27 through Dec. 1-4, 8-11, 15-18. Named one of the top holiday markets in the world by Travel + Leisure and one of the top holiday markets in North America by USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice, Christkindlmarkt is known for its unique holiday shopping experience featuring dozens of artisans offering thousands of unique, handmade gifts and holiday items. PEEPSFEST®, the sweetest way to celebrate the new year, will return Dec. 30 and 31 in partnership with Just Born Quality Confections.

More events will be announced soon including a festival celebrating Irish heritage in March and exciting new offerings during the holiday season. Visit steelstacks.org to view a calendar of upcoming events throughout the year.

ArtsQuest will continue to follow the latest CDC, state and local health and safety guidelines. Visit artsquest.org/safety  for the latest updates.