The nonprofit Guild of Artists & Artisans is conducting the third annual A2 Artoberfest, a celebration of the arts, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., October 28, 2023, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., October 29, 2023, in Downtown Ann Arbor, across Ann Street and North Fourth Avenue from Huron into the Kerrytown area. This celebration of the arts features 100 jury-selected artists, live entertainment, food vendors, art activities and adult beverages.

At Guild fairs, patrons can interact directly with artists at their booths to discuss their techniques and inspirations. Featured work includes jewelry, ceramics, painting, sculpture, glass, photography, fiber, wood, leather and more.

The Guild’s sustainability zero waste efforts are made possible by a Sustaining Ann Arbor Together grant from the city of Ann Arbor office of Sustainability and Innovation. The goal of this zero waste event is using only materials that are locally recyclable, compostable or reusable. A2 Artoberfest provides recycling and composting bins, and a small trash can.