Gunwharf Quays is set to host the first-ever artisan event at the South Coast’s biggest outlet shopping destination. The water-side event will be free to enter and suitable for all ages, with children’s face painting available on Saturday, sand art for all ages on Friday and Saturday, and kiln carving workshops on Friday and Sunday.
In partnership with Funyard Events, the unmissable event will bring together the region’s best designers and independent creators on The Plaza at Gunwharf Quays. Guests will be able to browse one-of-a-kind products and gifts including, artwork, jewellery, homeware and much more. The market will also boast a food and beverage court, including a converted horsebox mobile bar, paella, and frozen slushies.
What’s more, local singer and songwriter, Liam Alexander, will be performing live over all three days of the artisan event.
Vendors confirmed for the event include Hampshire-based ‘Alicia Rose Designs’, offering luxurious soft furnishings, homewares and accessories, and Southampton-based ‘Love of Nature’, selling sustainable, ethically sourced crystals, incense and more.
Yvonne Clay, Centre Director at Gunwharf Quays, said “It feels wonderful to be able to come together to celebrate the region’s talented artists and makers with such a unique and exciting event, here at Gunwharf Quays. We can’t wait to browse the stalls and enjoy the street food, all with Liam’s music to soundtrack the event.”
Stuart, co-founder of Funyard Events, added “This Summer we are excited to co-host the first ever Gunwharf Quays Artisan Event, celebrating small local businesses by giving them a premium platform in which to showcase their products and establish their small brand within a commercial environment.”
The open-air event will be running Friday 14th – Sunday 16th July, from 10am – 7pm on Friday, 9am – 8pm on Saturday, and 10am – 6pm on Sunday.
