Easter Decoy and Arts Festival
 

One of the highlights of Chincoteague's busy Easter weekend is the popular Easter Decoy Festival. The event is sponsored annually by the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce and has gained reputation as being the premiere wildlife art and decoy show on Virginia's Eastern Shore. Chincoteague is home to some of the finest decoy carvers and wildlife artists to be found today. In recent years the festival has grown to include artists and carvers from various parts of the country. Approximately 150 exhibitors participate in the show each year. From rustic working decoys to detailed decorative miniatures and beautiful wildlife paintings, the Easter Decoy and Art Festival is a wildlife lover's delight!

Various Artists from around the area display thier art work and are there to met and greet thier customers. "Cork Mcgee" and "Nancy Richards West"  always have a smile and a kind word for those stopping by.

 
The festival provides an excellent opportunity to chat with the local carvers and artists as they work at their craft as well as a perfect time to purchase unique art, gifts, and souvenirs. 
 
 

With expert carvers such as Reggie Birch showing thier craft and explaining the details, you'll apreciate the work that goes into these works of art.

 


 
 
 
 

 

The Easter Decoy and Art Festival will take place from Friday March 25 – 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 26, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Auction is March 26 – 7:30 p.m  at the Chincoteague High School, North Main Street. Daily admission to the festival is $3.00. Children under 12 years of age will be admitted free. The Spring Craft show will be at the Civic Center on Easter Saturday.

In addition to the many exhibits, a variety of competitions are held with ribbons awarded to the winners of each category. Each year the festival showcases the work of an individual carver and artist selected by the Chamber of Commerce. The chosen individuals are bestowed with the titles: "Carver of the Year" and "Artist of the Year"
     The Festival Auction held Saturday night at the Chincoteague High School. The auction  is March 26 – 7:30 p.m.. Admission to the auction is free.
     For more information regarding this event please write or call: The Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 258, Chincoteague, Virginia, 23336, (757)336-6161.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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