The 4th Annual ArtiGras Carnival

A CELEBRATION AND FUNDRAISER FOR THE ARTS

Friday, February 9, 2024

The Artisans Village will once again sponsor the 4th Annual ArtiGras Carnival in historic downtown Eatonton. This over-the-top Mardi Gras-themed event was created as a celebration and fundraiser for The Artisans Village, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to bring the visual arts to the Lake Country. Our vision is to use the arts as a stimulus for community and economic development.

SOLD OUT!

EVENT SCHEDULE:

6 pm Cocktail Hour & Entertainment at the Livery Studio

NEW THIS YEAR! Guest check-in at the Livery Studio – just steps from Barrel 118. Follow the signs for an explosion of art and live entertainment to kick off the evening. Enjoy Hurricane cocktails, beer, wine, and passed appetizers. Peruse the “street market” as several local artisans will be doing live demonstrations – showing off their talents! Prepare to be inspired as we BRING ART TO LIFE with a wide variety of carnival entertainment and plenty of Instagramable photo opportunities!

7 pm Parade to Barrel 118 – The Main Event

PARADE OVER to the main event at Barrel 118 located at 118 N. Jefferson Ave in downtown Eatonton! Find your table and grab another drink. OPEN BAR is included this year! Craft Cocktails and a full bar are available inside. Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Savor delicious New Orleans-inspired Creole cuisine from KERSEY Catering. Feast your eyes on the talented Carnival entertainment from GRAVITY.

8-11 pm The Party Continues!

It’s time to hit the dance floor with Bogey & The Viceroys! New Orleans native Tyron “Bogey” Thornton and the talented troubadours. Don’t forget to check out the amazing items in the SILENT AUCTION and enter the RAFFLE!

Suggested Dress Attire

Put on your PARTY dress! This is the time to go all out with sparkles and festive/bright colors. Masks provided or bring your own!

Parking

There are parking spaces in the adjacent City parking lot next to Barrel 118 and plenty of additional spaces within a radius of 2 blocks downtown.

ArtiGras 2024 Sponsors

SPONSOR ARTIGRAS & SUPPORT THE ARTS!

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for The Artisans Village please call the Gallery at 706-623-7757 or complete our online form. We are also seeking sponsors for our 2024 Art Gallery Reception Events. There’s no better way to give back to the community than to support the Arts!

ARTIGRAS OTHER PARTNERS & SPONSORS 2024

ArtiGras 2023 Sponsors & Event Photos

The good times marched into town at the third annual ArtiGras Carnival which took place at Barrel 118 on Saturday, February 25 2023. This over-the-top Mardi Gras-themed event was created as a celebration and fundraiser for two local non-profit arts organizations, The Artisans Village and The Plaza Arts Center. With widespread love for local artisans of all disciplines, this event provided an opportunity to bring the community together to showcase the talent among us, increase awareness of the artistic outlets and raise funds for continued program expansion.

Chair of the planning committee, Sara Tomson-Hooper, led the team of board members and volunteers to pull together all the sparkling design, decor, fundraising, and festivities for over 200 guests. The planning committee was comprised of the arts organization board members and volunteers. “The support we receive from our volunteers and sponsors is amazing. It is wonderful to see all the support for the arts in this community.”

Creole Cuisine from Kersey Catering featured jambalaya, Cajun roasted pork loin, red beans & rice, crab cakes, brussels sprouts and much more. Guests were met outside by one half of “Gravity,” who was twirling flaming torches while the other half of the duo exhibited incredible contortions inside on the stage. Gravity continued their entertainment throughout the night with stilt walking, juggling and feats of balance and strength.

Guests enjoyed New Orleans signature cocktails and danced the night away to Bogey and the Viceroy. Special entertainment included Mark the Magic Man, caricature artists, a silent auction, and a raffle. The stunning floral design was the beautiful work of Murali Thirumal and another group of hands-on volunteers. All of this was made possible by some generous sponsors and volunteers who donated many hours of time and planning.

Tickets for this much anticipated event were sold out once again this year. The money raised will go to support future programming and operational cost of both organizations. If you were not able to attend this event, there are many opportunities to support these amazing arts organizations. The Artisans Village offers different art classes each month plus art special exhibits and receptions featuring beautiful artwork from local artisans.