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Reno Convention Center Exhibit Hall

New Exhibit Hall #4 (our biggest show in years)

4590 S. Virginia Street

Take the Moana Lane ramp off of the 395 Freeway and go West. Turn left at the light on Kietzke Lane and go 1/2 mile and turn right onto Peckham. The main parking lot is 1/4 mile on your left.

WHEN: November 25, 26, 27 2005

HOURS: Friday 9-6pm; Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 10am-5pm

ADMISSION: Adults (18-54) $7, Seniors (55+) $6, Ages 17 and under Free

PARKING: Acres of close by parking allowing the customers to purchase larger items without the hassle of having to walk many blocks to their cars. Convenient Parking is just $5.00 per car.

WHY: This festival offers artists and crafts people a high quality indoor setting to display and sell their wares to an appreciative audience. The citizens of Reno-Sparks and the surrounding Tahoe region understand that the Steve Powers sponsored "Great Art & Craft Festival" is the best show semi-annually at The Reno Convention Center.

RESULT: This festival is looked upon as one of the finest displays of handmade art and crafts presented in Reno. This touring show has been rated as one of the top 20 Traditional Art & Craft Fairs in the United States.

EXHIBITS: 200 booths representing 300 independant craft workers from 7 Western States. "The Great Art & Craft Festival" demands that all exhibitors present and maintain high standards of originality. This event does not allow any mass produced, commercial or imported items to be sold at this event. All work featured for sale and display is created by the artist in the booth.

ENTERTAINMENT: On the main music stage the 10 man "Jackstraws Revue" will be performing through-out the day. This zany troupe will delight you with a wide variety of comedy and music.

FOOD: There will be a wide variety of food available at the festival.

ATM & CREDIT CARDS: There is a atm machine located at the festival site. Most exhibitors can process credit card purchases.

CUSTOMER SERVICE: We have a fast and efficient ticket selling program that results in NO LONG TICKET LINES. Festival management is on site and ready to help you find what you want or answer any questions. You one admission fee is good for all weekend. Come on Friday and come back on Saturday or Sunday at no extra admission charge. This is a nice feature for those of you who have to decide on a major purchase.

fine handmade pottery
unique & practical items
custom stained glass
art stoneware
shabby chic
contemporary work
textiles as art
blown glass
Reno Convention Center Exhibit Hall #4

Layout for The Great Art & Craft Festival

Over 70,000 square feet of displays. 1000's of unique one of a kind handmade creations. 150 Exhibitors from 7 Western States.

Enter the Convention Center by taking Moana Lane off of the 395 freeway. Head west on Moana and turn left at Kietzke Lane. Proceed south 1/2 mile and turn right at Peckham Lane.
Look for our ads in the entertainment section of the Gazette Journal and Best Bets. Be sure to tell your friends about the festival and come as a group. You will enjoy a great day at "The Unique Shopping Experience."