Ashley’s has been a staple for U of M students for over 4 decades

This annual event runs through Sunday with hundreds of vendors

The story behind Richard Wilson's art will bring you to tears

Artist John Furches shared how he goes through creating his works of art

She's been going to the event for more than 50 years and it all started with Mom

One of the longest stretches of beautiful summer weather is just hours away! Overnight, the humidity will finally scour out, leaving cooler, drier air behind.

We’ve put together a list of tips and tricks on how to navigate, prepare for unpredictable weather, and how to avoid the crowds.

Public buses, shuttle services and bicycle lanes are all great ways to avoid any extra anxiety as you plan your Art Fair Trip.

Closures will last through midnight on Saturday.

Between July 18-20, soloists and groups will perform in front of Ann Arbor Art Fair goers across three stages in the downtown area.

“Thank you to our amazing community for two decades of community and fun. We are excited to announce that this year’s kick off events are now a three fair collaboration, and we look forward to having everyone join us July 16!” said Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original, Executive Director Angela Kline.

A new collaborative logo serves as a reminder of how the three fairs intersect with Ann Arbor and the city’s commitment to creativity and expression.

Launching May 5, the 104 Washtenaw Express will only make four stops between the Blake Transit Center and Ypsilanti Transit Center.

Fixed route buses and the FlexRide East/West and A-Ride services won’t operate on Thursday, Nov. 23, according to TheRide officials.

We want to see the fair through the eyes of our readers.

City officials encouraged fairgoers to seek shelter due to the severe weather impacting southeast Michigan.

From traditional to brand new festivals, there’s something for everyone

Look out for these demonstrations this week at the Ann Arbor Art Fair.

Humanize the Numbers shows the stories, faces and perspectives of incarcerated individuals as they express themselves in ways not allowed by the prison system.

With Art Fair starting Thursday, we asked our audience to give us their best survival tips and tricks

While known across the United States for the massive crowds and talented artists it brings to Tree Town, the annual fair is also known for its wacky weather.

Ann Arbor Art Fair will run from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, then from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday.

The free Art-Go-Round shuttle service is back this year with seven stops around Art Fair.

Ann Arbor Art Fair runs July 20th - July 22nd

We don't recommend trying to park downtown, but if you must here's what you need to know.

Public buses, shuttle services and bicycle lanes are all great ways to avoid any extra anxiety as you plan your Art Fair Trip.

More than 40 musicians and musical groups will be on stage over the course of the three-day fair.

The Ann Arbor Art Fair is massive, and we want your top tips for surviving the event.

Community members can join artists and musicians to beautify Main Street by painting mandalas and coloring a chalk mural on Tuesday, July 18.

Temporary workers will be needed for shifts between July 19-22 in order to help set up and tear down the art fair.

The Ann Arbor Art Fair will return to the downtown area for three days in July.

The annual event will celebrate its 17th year on July 16 after a three-year hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Ann Arbor is known for its celebration of the arts with its numerous galleries, year-round art-based events and its massive, summertime Ann Arbor Art Fair.

New artists have until February 15, 2023, to submit up to three applications each.

Enjoy 100 artists, live entertainment, food, and drinks in Ann Arbor.

Ann Arbor is the top place to raise a family in the country, according to Fortune Magazine.

The Guild of Artists & Artisans is bringing back its second annual fall event.

Here are some of our favorite shots from Ann Arbor Art Fair 2022

Close to half a million people are expected to attend the Ann Arbor Art Fair this year.

Here are some Ann Arbor area artists to look for at this year's Ann Arbor Art Fair.

Here are the streets that will be shutting down for the 2022 Ann Arbor Art Fair.

Spots are still open for community members to help out at the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, happening between July 21-23.

While known across the United States for the massive crowds and talented artists it brings to Tree Town, the annual fair is also known for its wacky weather.

Ann Arbor Art Fair will take place July 21-23 this year.

The free autonomous shuttle will circle the perimeter of the art fair, giving tourists and townies an opportunity to move around the fair.

See what will be where on the map of the 2022 Ann Arbor Art Fair.

Tree Town resident and world famous chalk artist David Zinn will be hosting a “Chalk the Walk” event at the Ann Arbor Art Fair this month.

See who will be performing on outdoor stages during the Ann Arbor Art Fair.

Three artists have designed posters for each fair during the 2022 Ann Arbor Art Fair.

Live music will be back this year at the Ann Arbor Art Fair.

The Ann Arbor Art Fair returns July 21-23.

Thirty-one artists who were incarcerated during the pandemic will be showing their work at the 2022 Ann Arbor Art Fair.

Traditionally held as a way to kick off the annual Ann Arbor Art Fair, the party was first canceled in 2020.

See who's performing at Ann Arbor Art Fair in July.

Big changes are coming to State Street in downtown Ann Arbor.

Ann Arbor has claimed the No. 6 spot on Niche’s annual list of the best cities to live in again!

Organizers of the annual event have shared that this year’s fairs will take place between July 21-23.

TheRide has announced that it is the victim of a recent cyberattack.

A2 Artoberfest will take over the Old Fourth Ward and Kerrytown in October.

The university town took the top spot by besting other major Michigan metro areas, including Lansing, Grand Rapids and Detroit.

Submit your best summer photos through April 29.

Ann Arbor business owners share what Art Fair weekend did for business.

Here's a look at the photos we snapped during the 2021 Ann Arbor Art Fair.

Friday's concerts at the Ann Arbor Art Fair have been canceled.

Here are some Ann Arbor area artists to look for at this year's Ann Arbor Art Fair.

See what will be on sale this week at Ann Arbor Art Fair.

While known across the United States for the massive crowds and talented artists it brings to Tree Town, the annual fair is also known for its wacky weather.

See which roads will be closed for the 2021 Ann Arbor Art Fair.

The Ark will present two stages at the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair July 15-17.

Participate in the Chalk Art Scavenger Hunt with David Zinn July 15-17.

Everything you need to know about the 2021 Ann Arbor Art Fair.

This year, the nationally-known art fair has been reduced to three days from July 15-17 instead of its traditional four.

See this year's map of the Ann Arbor Art Fair.

The Ann Arbor Art Fair is now accepting temporary staff and volunteer applications for the three-day event.

The directors of the three fairs that comprise Ann Arbor Art Fair announced the event is on for July.

On Tuesday, TheRide sent out an email reminding users about the mask requirement.

The Ann Arbor State Street Art Fair is back on the calendar for 2021.

Business owners in Ann Arbor's State Street District talk about losing one of the biggest weekends of the year -- again.

Happy Friday!

The organizers of the Ann Arbor Art Fair have canceled the event for the second year over COVID concerns.

ANN ARBOR – The Ann Arbor Art Fair is the largest juried art fair in the country, and event organizers just announced a major change for the 2021 fair and beyond. Until now, the event has consisted of four fairs that seamlessly create what appears to be one massive fair: the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair, the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original, the South University Art Fair and the State Street Art Fair. AdSince the South University Area Association dissolved in December 2020, it was unclear what would happen with this year’s fair. Although the South University Area Association plans to regroup sometime this year, art fair was not on the table. “Moving forward we will do everything we can to respect the integrity and history of the Ann Arbor South University Fair while also incorporating some of the Guild’s structures,” wrote Delhey.

Attendees view art made by Nicario Jimenez at his booth at the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original. (Courtesy: Ann Arbor Art Fair)ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Artists far and wide can now apply to be a part of The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original. Held in July, the art fair has been operating since 1960 and joined every year by Tree Town’s three other art fairs during what is collectively known as Ann Arbor Art Fair. In 2015, it was named a top art fair by a USA TODAY Reader’s Poll. AdLearn more about The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original here.

The Gutman Gallery is accepting submissions from all artists for its upcoming exhibition that kicks off on March 19, 2021. The exhibition will run at the gallery at 118 N. 4th Ave. March 19-May 1. The Guild of Artists & Artisans presents the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair -- the Ann Arbor Art Fair’s largest fair -- each year. AdThe Gutman Gallery opened on Feb. 14, 2020 as a fine arts and events space featuring items for sale by The Guild’s member artists. For more information and to see more upcoming events at the gallery, visit www.theguild.org/gutman_gallery.

The Take Art Leave Art box and gallery in Shawn Bungo's yard in Ann Arbor. ANN ARBOR – When glass artist Shawn Bungo and his wife moved to Tree Town from Knoxville, Tennessee six months ago, they knew moving to a new city during a pandemic would be a challenge. “Being a glass artist, you have a lot of pieces that don’t come out, so that’s what started that,” said Bungo. Bungo constructed a Take Art Leave Art box and gallery outside his home on Ann Arbor’s south side. “I just recently put it back up two weeks ago and I shared it with the Ann Arbor Townies group on Facebook,” said Bungo.

Mother Nature came out in full force during the Ann Arbor Art Fair last week. Hear WEMU's interview with the executive director of the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original as she recounts the unusually challenging conditions this year. - Meredith (@meredith_A4)What's been happening: A white principal has made national headlines after she filed a $5 million lawsuit against Ann Arbor Public Schools, claiming racial discrimination. - Douglas Kelly, city of Ann Arbor director of golf Have something to share? All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.

We got the chance to meet some members of the community when they stopped by our booth at the Ann Arbor Art Fair this past Thursday and Friday. Despite the heat and the rain, the community flooded the streets of Ann Arbor this weekend to support the arts. The event, which is one of the largest outdoor art fairs in the country, turns the streets of Ann Arbor into a gallery for artists to showcase and sell their work. If you want to be notified about other events going on in Ann Arbor, you can sign up for the newsletter HERE. Just type in your email address, scroll down, and click on All About Ann Arbor!

The 60th Ann Arbor Art Fair kicked off yesterday with large crowds and hot temperatures. (A4)Art Fair: We were live at Art Fair on Live in the D yesterday as the largest juried art fair in the country opened for business. We met up with one of the fair's directors early Wednesday morning when the streets of downtown Ann Arbor were completely empty to find out. (Eater Detroit)Feature interview of the week:"I think we do a good job of not only representing Pride but of representing Ann Arbors really diverse community within our Pride." - Joe Schoch, co-director of Ann Arbor Pride Have something to share?

ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Despite the extremely hot conditions, the Ann Arbor Art Fair has taken over the city's downtown area, with thousands expected to visit over the weekend. High humidity combined with near-record heat will lead to dangerous conditions for those who are not prepared. Staying in an air-conditioned area is important during a heat wave like this one. Local 4's Mara MacDonald was at the art fair Friday to see how officials are bracing for the heat. Misters were spread throughout the fair and paramedics are expected to be riding through the fair all weekend.

Despite the extremely hot conditions, the Ann Arbor Art Fair has taken over the city's downtown area with thousands expected to visit over the weekend. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

We're under an Excessive Heat Warning through 8 p.m. Saturday. Heat indices will peak during the afternoon hours in the 100 to 110 degree range. Low temperatures will only fall into the 70s each night limiting the possible relief from the heat. Check on senior citizens and take care of your pets -- here's what to do if your dog gets heatstroke. The Ann Arbor Art Fair is underway!

The four-day event bills itself as Four art fairs, one event. There is the State Street Art Fair, The Summer Art Fair, The South University Art Fair, and the original Street Art Fair. Tessers, whos been participating in the Art Fair for the past six years, says she keeps coming back the Ann Arbor Art Fair customer base. Parts of the Ann Arbor Art Fair have been around decades with some of the individual arts fair celebrating 50 years and others 60 years. Meredith has a complete guide to the Ann Arbor Art Fair online on All About Ann Arbors website: allaboutannarbor.comThe Art Fair starts Thursday, July 18th and runs through Sunday, July 21st. Check more information about the Ann Arbor Art Fair here.

ANN ARBOR - What does it take to set up the largest juried art fair in the country? Meredith Bruckner went to find out as the streets closed in Ann Arbor Wednesday morning ahead of the 60th annual Ann Arbor Art Fair. Watch her interview with Frances Todoro-Hargreaves, the executive director of the State Street District and the fair that's home to some of the most iconic locations in Ann Arbor. Like what you're reading? All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Leg it over to downtown Ann Arbor this weekend to visit the L.L.Bean Bootmobile and Ann Arbor Art Fair crafters sections. Parked on South University Avenue, the L.L.Bean Bootmobile is visiting Ann Arbor to help fair attendees to get smore out of the summer. The Ann Arbor State Street Art Fairs Hand-Crafters Marketplace will be held in two places, the 500 block of William Street and the 400 block of Maynard Street. The Hand-Crafters Marketplace is new to the Ann Arbor State Street Art Fair this year and is intended to showcase the artwork created by expert handcrafters. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.

"A tall ship cruising through Marine City on its way to Bay City." Watch out for some construction today on Middlebelt Road at I-94, right near Detroit Metro Airport. There will be a lot of viewers happy to see Rhonda Walker back on Local 4 today! Red Wings street hockey tour in Royal Oak The Red Wings street hockey tour is in Royal Oak today! Today's Featured Photo: "A tall ship cruising through Marine City on its way to Bay City."

Photo | MaxPixelANN ARBOR, Mich. - While eating at a restaurant in Ann Arbor is a joyous experience, getting a table or reservations downtown can be especially tricky during the Art Fair season. Skip the long lines and wait times by hitting up one (or many) or these food vendors during this year's Ann Arbor Art Fair. All of the Main Steet vendors are in the section of the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair between the Ann Arbor Art Center and Grange Kitchen & Bar. Look for the green-and-white knife-and-fork icon on the Ann Arbor Art Fair map. Read Four fairs, one event, hundreds of restaurants: recommendations for Ann Arbor Art Fair first-timers to get some ideas.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Spanning 30 city blocks, the Ann Arbor Art Fair brings in almost half a million people into the downtown Ann Arbor area every year. Along with the thousands of pieces of artwork, live music is also on display for Art Fair attendees. Heres our round of whos-who, whos-where and whos-when during the musical portion of the Ann Arbor Art Fair. The Ann Arbor Art Fair contributes significantly to the cultural fabric of Ann Arbor, bringing over a thousand visual artists, dozens of musical artists and thousands of visitors to our community each year, said Maureen Riley, Ann Arbor Art Fair spokesperson. It is like no other Art Fair in the country.For updates and more information about musical performances, look for updates in the activities and entertainment page on the Ann Arbor Art Fair website.

Ann Arbor's Main Street during the 59th Ann Arbor Art Fair on July 21, 2018. (Photo: Meredith Bruckner)ANN ARBOR - From Townie Party to the Ann Arbor Art Fair, next week will see more downtown street closures than any other week out of the year. Ann Arbor Art FairWhen: 6 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, through Monday, July 22Liberty from South Ashley to South State Street; Ashley Street, Fourth Avenue, Fifth Avenue and Division Street will remain open to through traffic. Thayer, from North University, including the North University intersection, to East Washington. South State Street from East Washington Street to Madison.

ANN ARBOR - An event like the Ann Arbor Art Fair -- think crowds of people in sweltering heat -- brings along with it safety challenges. The city of Ann Arbor has developed several methods to keep attendees safe throughout the four-day event, which runs July 18-21. The city of Ann Arbor also urges fairgoers to help keep the event safe. "As with any community event -- and even in day-to-day routines -- we should always be aware of our surroundings," Ann Arbor Deputy Police Chief Jason Forsberg said in a statement. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. - For first-timers to the Ann Arbor Art Fair, not only is navigating the throngs of tourists and booths downtown difficult but choosing a place to eat among Ann Arbors many eateries is daunting. Location: South University Street, Church Street, East University StreetMaize and Blue DelicatessenBelly DeliAmer'sGood Time Charleys Oasis GrillInsomnia CookiesRich JCThe Blue LeprechaunLocation: South University Avenue, Ingalls Mall, North University Avenue. While other art fairs are close to restaurants, the Street Art Fair brings food to the masses. You can also find food vendors at the South University Art Fair and the Summer Art Fair. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.

ANN ARBOR - Anyone who's been to the Ann Arbor Art Fair will tell you it is crowded, and big crowds mean finding a parking spot can be difficult. The 2019 Ann Arbor Art Fair runs from July 18-21 and is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. Parking shuttlesThis year, Ann Arbor Art Fair shuttle parking will be at Briarwood Mall and Huron High School. Beware of time limits for a given spot -- parking officers in Ann Arbor are thorough. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.