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Albany PhanArt Show this Saturday at Palace Theatre

This Saturday, October 26 from Noon to 5pm, PhanArt, in association with Mirth Films, will hold a hometown Art Show and Health & Wellness Event at the Palace Theatre in Albany, NY, featuring the band Kale for the October edition of Palace Sessions Live.

Located just a 0.5 mile walk down Pearl Street from the MVP Arena (where Phish will perform for three nights) PhanArt at the Palace will feature dozens of artists and vendors from the Capital District and across the country from the greater Phish community. 

Presented alongside Mirth Films, PhanArt will host artists and vendors offering a great deal of art, clothing, home goods, music inspired memorabilia and much more from dozens of small businesses, in addition to a Health and Wellness fair on the Second Floor of the Palace Theatre. There attendees will find Reiki, aerial yoga, interactive art, healing circles, psychedelic integration and much more.

Confirmed artists and vendors include Perpetual Hang, Scotty Radford Art and Design, BLURD Glass, YouEnjoyMyVegan, Ethereal Honey, Blazin’ Donuts, Fiddle and Feather, Unusual Conclusions, The Overhead View and many more.

Kale, a genre-blending indietronica jam trio from New Paltz, NY, will be playing 2 sets during the afternoon, along with music from Sweeping Views in between performances. Kale combines a love of danceable electronic rhythms, soaring melodies, and energetic hooks into an improvisational channel that allows for deep exploration of the musical cosmos. 

The first hometown PhanArt show at Albany’s historic Palace Theatre takes place on Saturday, October 26 from 12-5pm. 

The Palace Theatre is located at the corner of Clinton and North Pearl Street, just a half mile walk to MVP Arena, where Phish will perform each evening from October 25-27.

Admission is free as always! See ya there!

4th Annual Drifter Fest in Charleston Announced

On Saturday, September 14 in downtown Charleston, SC, the 4th Annual Drifter Fest: Bert Griggs Memorial Jam will be held at the Refinery Amphitheater, featuring the Rolling Stones’ saxophonist Karl Denson and his band Tiny Universe along with The Reckoning, Junco Partner, and Just Groove.

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Drifter Fest celebrates the life of the late Bert Griggs. A huge fan of live music, he turned his passion into a well-received apparel and accessories company, Drifter Merch, that was inspired by his favorite bands. Additionally, Bert was an amazing father, husband, son, brother, and friend. He had an innate ability to make everyone he met feel like they were the most important person in the room. Bert never met a stranger. In fact, he was everyone’s best friend. He had the sweetest soul and a tender heart that loved hard and deeply. Bert had a unique sense of humor with an infectious laugh and smile that could light up the darkest room.

A free pre-jam will take place on Friday, September 13th at Home Team BBQ with 54Bicycles. There will also be after parties each night at The Commodore as well as Friday at the Palace Hotel. A portion of proceeds will benefit Carolina Studios, a non-profit organization that fosters creative, educational & career-focused initiatives for students through music, technology & media arts.

Sponsors include Jack Daniel’s Black Label, Clambank Construction, Mass Mutual SC/Hudnall Financial Group, Southern Flavor Magazine, Rodgers Wranglers, The Camden Agency, Lauren Courcoux/Carolina One Real Estate, Cotton Patch Hemp Co., Kickin’ Chicken, Garrett Rust, Realtor of Distinction, Corcoran HM Properties, The Corte Foundation, The Cason Group, Carolina Audio Video, Closet Factory, and MarkaBull. The fest will include a varied group of vendors featuring Drifter Merch, HoneyCreek Pottery, Reba’s Dancing Dyes, Bright Star Designs Jewelry, Katie Lindler, LIFE IN LYRICS, Candlebis Candles, Shamelessly Alive, and hi Seltzer

General admission tickets are $25 ADV, $35 DOS with VIP at $60 and are one sale now at drifterfest.com/tickets.

For more information about the 4th Annual Drifter Fest: Bert Griggs Memorial Jam, visit www.drifterfest.com

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Fan Art at Mondegreen

On Friday, August 16 at the Surrender to the Flow Pod (Pod #2) at Mondegreen, don’t miss ‘Fan Art,’ an event to benefit The Mockingbird Foundation!

Artists will join fans for a unique spin on a PhanArt show – get a paper fan for a donation to The Mockingbird Foundation, decorate the Fan (or other fans, with consent), and pick up the official Mondegreen poster (by Kory McGeehan) and Summer Tour Poster (by Jesse “Nemo” Pruet) for a Donation to the Mockingbird Foundation! (please Bring Your Own Tube!)

We’ll see you Friday from 1-4pm at the Surrender to the Flow Pod! (See the Mondegreen map for location!

Alpine Valley Lodge to Host PhanArt on July 27

On Saturday, July 27, Alpine Valley Resort Lodge will once again host PhanArt from 1pm-6pm, prior to the Phish show at Alpine Valley Music Theatre that evening.

The 2022 Alpine Valley PhanArt Show was a great success, and 2024’s is going to be even better event . Park right at the Lodge and arrive early to find the best selections, exclusive art and special offers from all your favorite artists!

Vendor Line-Up and Alpine Valley Exclusives!

Werner Art & Designs

Werner Arts & Designs has been creating limited prints and stickers since 2012. Focused on the jamband and bluegrass music events. Centered on Phish summer tours to enjoy the Phamily connection! Don’t miss Terry’s Limited Edition Alpine Prints – available at PhanArt!

The Overhead View

The Overhead View has been designing lot merch for all ages since 2014. Bryan Kirk is the mind behind all the designs, has been a phan since 1995. Dob’t miss his wide variety of styles for men, women, and kids available at PhanArt Alpine Valley!

Tela Designs

Popular and Flattering Phish and jamband inspired apparel with tie dye designs. Perfect for Summer Tour!

Outcasty

Some of the most popular Phish Inspired designs available. Great for the whole family!

Scotty Radford Art + Design

Scotty Radford is a graphic designer and artist from Tennessee with a passion that grew into a career.. His unique designs some how make it all look cooler, changing the way the ordinary is perceived. He’s bringing some real gems you won’t want to miss. Get yours at PhanArt!

The Grateful Goddess

The Grateful Goddess accessories brand brings you the most wonderful Phish inspired nail artist decal prints. With an array of designs to choose from you will be perfectly accessorized for Tour.

Silky Screens

Silky Screens makes high-quality screen-printed garments and patchwork clothes with their own laid-back sense of style. Shirts are hand made by experienced artisans in their shop. Patchwork clothes sewn by hand with recycled material. No iron-ons. No cheap print-on-demand shirts. Old-school crafts with 1.0 roots that can’t be made any other way.

Sex, Plants & Rock and Roll

Lindsey started Sex Plants Rock and Roll, an organic and handmade skincare line, in 2020 as a way to encourage connection to the planet through deep self care. Treat yourself this run at Phanart. Your body and spirit will appreciate it!

Girl Tour

Some of the most popular designs on tour from the girlfriend collective who collaborates and creates merchandise for Phish Chicks and beyond. Don’t miss out on the limited edition Summer Tour Crops and Tees. Only at PhanArt Alpine Valley!

Nice Shades Trade Company

At Nice Shades Trade Co., they have a single mission: to amplify the connection between music, style, and community with the finest handmade sunglasses, apparel, and merchandise.. Each pair of sunglasses is meticulously handmade, ensuring that every detail is given the attention it deserves.

Stylistic Tendencies

Stylistic Tendencies is a clothing & design company, from the creative mind of Ateet Koka, that sells skateboards, hoodies, t shirts, art prints, and stickers. All of the artwork is original, freehand, improvised, and drawn in a digital organic style. Get your original art and attire when PhanArt hits Alpine Valley!

Hands, Feet & Mangos!

Tony is newer to the PhanArt Scene and has already been impressing fans with his jewelry & resin art. Catch him at Alpine Valley on Saturday, 7/27!

The Dome Swap

In the heart of Wisconsin, The Dome Swap is a personal journey through the world of music, expressed through carefully curated threads. From design to embroidery, printing, and hand dye, everything is handcrafted, ensuring each piece is a unique work of art. The real highlight is seeing people light up and appreciate the art in the music and the artistry in the hats.

All this and so much more. Don’t Miss PhanArt!

Special Parking details for PhanArt

Temporary parking will be allowed at the Lodge during the PhanArt Show, but you must move your car after coming to the PhanArt show. Without a parking pass your car could be towed!

Parking for the duration of the PhanArt Show will utilize the ski hill on the far side of Sugar Creek, on the opposite side of the venue from the parking lot. You’ll be directed to drive around the Lodge to this parking area, and all attendees will need to use this parking scheme for PhanArt access.

There will be parking attendants on duty during the event, and all cars must be moved following the PhanArt show (no later than 630pm) or your car may be towed.

If you are staying at the Lodge, you can park in the Lodge parking lot with a pass from the Lodge. You can also park at Alpine Valley Music Theatre and walk over to the Lodge, just do not plan to park at the Lodge during the Phish show.

Interested vendors and artists, please contact phanart@gmail.com for more info. See ya there!

Additionally, get ready to rock with Bodhicitta as they celebrate the legendary Phish 3-night run at our resort with four FREE shows over the weekend! The resort is open to the public for these shows.

Friday July 26th – 11:30 Afterparty
Saturday July 27th – 3:00pm Preparty & 11:30 Afterparty
Sunday July 28th – 3:00pm Preparty

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Over Yonder to Host Widespread Panic Vendors and Artists Pre- Red Rocks on June 23

On June 23rd in Golden, CO, Over Yonder Brewing will host Widespread Panic artists and vendors for a pre-Red Rocks PhanArt event.

With no vending allowed at Red Rocks, Over Yonder Brewing, located just 5 miles north in Golden, will serve as a prime location to shop, support small businesses and get the latest Widespread Panic art, clothing, memorabilia and home goods.

The show takes place inside Over Yonder, running from 12-4pm on Sunday, June 23rd, leaving enough time to make it to Red Rocks for the final night of Panic.

Interested vendors and artists, contact phanart@gmail.com for info and to sign up.

A small sampling of goods and apparel you’ll find at Over Yonder Brewing on Sunday, June 23!

Indoor Shakedown at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas – Featured Art and Much More!

This summer in Las Vegas, while Dead and Company grace Sphere for 24 nights over 8 weeks, PhanArt Presents: In All Good Company, a gathering of Grateful Dead artists and vendors at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas for a true indoor Shakedown!

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On Saturdays in May June and July, In All Good Company shows will feature Grateful Dead-inspired art and goods, posters, clothing, memorabilia and much more.

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Shows will be held on Saturday May 18, May 25, June 8, June 15, June 22, July 6 and July 13.

Located at The Linq, a short walk from Venetian, Flamingo, Caesars and nearby hotels, Brooklyn Bowl integrates a premier performance venue, food by Blue Ribbon, 6 Bars, and 32 bowling lanes, giving guests a unique place to relax, eat, drink and watch a live performance, or in this case, a Pop-up art show.

Artist Line Up and Exclusive Sphere Art

The Meraki Mint

The Meraki Mint offers a Meaningful Variety of Decadent Handcrafted Brass, Silver and Micro Macrame Jewelry. Made for You to Remember the Moment, the Music or what You are Becoming on Your Journey.

Sphere and Loathing

James Skolnik has been a deadhead touring and selling shirts for 47 years and now he’s back with the new special design just for Sphere. Get yours at Brooklyn Bowl, Las Vegas.

Kama Kosmic Krusader

Harry Perry, also known as the Kama Kosmic Krusader, has been taking Venice by storm for decades; often referred to as the icon of Venice Beach, whose image adorns murals, postcards, and even a 22-foot statue in the Disneyland California Adventure parade. His image so embodies the spirit of the area that you’ll find him skating alongside Kerri Walsh Jennings in CT a recent commercial for a the State of California itself. You might find him following the Grateful Dead tour or onstage, and you can definitely find him at the Brooklyn Bowl, Las Vegas!

Stealie Photography

Don’t miss the amazing photography form Damian Leuck! An accomplished photographer, specializing in live performances and paintings of his photography. He does Caricature too!

Guess the Year: A Grateful Dead Game Show

Guess the Year is a Grateful Dead game show where contestants try to discern the year of live tracks from short clips. Mike McClure is its host and producer. Don’t miss your chance to play Saturday, May 25th!

Little Hippie

Officially Licensed Grateful Dead artist for 20 years with apparel for kids and adults, stickers, greeting cards and home goods like American Made woven blankets. Don’t miss Little Hippie when Dead & Co take over the las Vegas Sphere.

Grateful Fred

Grateful Fred is a small company built by Stephen McMennamy and his love for the Dead. They make the very best 3D Chrome Plated Dead Inspired badges for cars, boats, rv’s motorcycles, phones, tablets, fridges and just about anything else too. So if you’ve got a ride, Get a Badge! Available at PhanArt in Las Vegas!

Lightnin’ Lids

Lightnin Lids cherishes the beauty of community and the good kind people they’ve come to know of Tour, going back to 1992. The lightnin’ bolt represents the music and songs in our life the inspiration for their amazing hats. Get yours at PhanArt Las Vegas!

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Art by Melrose

Tiedye clothing, tapestries, & accessories for the entire family! Every item is individually tied & dyed by Melrose in Northern California. A one-woman small business, that has been tie-dyeing for 7 years, and making visual art for life. Get yours at PhanArt!

The Getdown LLC

Don’t miss this one of kind Sphere & Loathing t-shirt designs create special for Dead & Co’s historic run at the Sphere Las Vegas. Available only at PhanArt Vegas Shakedown!

Duh Bomb Collection

Bobby Gire is a local Las Vegas artist with over 20 years of experience working and supporting musical art, poetry, lyrics and apparel. Don’t miss his Dead $ Co Sphere designs.

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Shakedown Streetwear

Brant Waite is Graphic Designer who started Shakedown Streetwear with his wife, Lindsay. The Music we love holds memories, and their designs aspire to capture the experience of seeing Dead & Co at the Sphere. Grab your own new Shakedown Streetwear, only at PhanArt!

Venue Llama

Jordan Busch will be at PhanArt Las Vegas bringing his 30 plus years of experience, knowledge and insight about music venues to fellow concert goers. His brand, Venue Llama, provides basic info about different facets of venues and venue policies. The also provide a platform for people to comment on and review different aspects of music venues. Don’t miss all the free give aways with lots of free schwag to share and help make people aware of our platform and some cool T-shirts to sell too.

NOiiCE DYES

NOiiCE DYES consists of two brothers trying to make the world a more vibrant place. They make top notch TieDye Flavors specializing in FLAVORALLS (Tie dye Overalls) & many more unique handcrafted pieces.

The Grateful Hooker

Cheriise is the Grateful hooker. Known for her amazing Crochet Garments, she has been selling her artwork for almost 10 years and offers tapestries, pins, stickers, patches and other Grateful Memorabilia Don’t miss her at PhanArt Las Vegas this Saturday, May 18th.

Cozmic Ice

Matthew Dial has been creating Dead themed Sports Apparel for some time. Check out his styles and designs at PhanArt.

This and so much more at PhanArt Las Vegas

With restrictive rules in Las Vegas for sidewalk and street vending, PhanArt provides a safe haven for artists, vendors and fans alike, in the air-conditioned and welcoming confines of Brooklyn Bowl. The best bet is an indoor Shakedown at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas!

Interested vendors and artists can apply to join any of the weekends by reaching out to phanart@gmail.com. Please include info on your brand, business, goods and what you plan to sell, as well as links to social media.

Admission to all PhanArt events is FREE, with shows running from 12-5pm on the listed dates.

Take a look back at the last “In All Good Company” presented by PhanArt, from Chicago, IL over July 3-5, 2015, at Congress Plaza Hotel.

PhanArt at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas on 4/20

On Saturday, April 20 at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas, PhanArt will welcome more than 30 artists and vendors from the Phish community.

Doors open at 12pm with the show running until 5pm. Admission is free, with a day full of food, drinks, bowling, art and much more on tap, with music from Sweeping Views.

brooklyn bowl las vegas

Located at The Linq, a short walk from Venetian, Flamingo, Caesars and nearby hotels, Brooklyn Bowl integrates a premier performance venue, food by Blue Ribbon, 6 Bars, and 32 bowling lanes, giving guests a unique place to relax, eat, drink and watch a live performance, or in this case, a Pop-up art show.

Brooklyn Bowl is located center strip on the Linq Promenade next to the High Roller Observation Wheel, with a monorail stop adding extra convenience.

Here’s the first round of artists, vendors and groups on hand for PhanArt at Brooklyn Bowl on 4/20! There are only a few spots left – interested artists and vendors, reach out to phanart@gmail.com for more info!

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Brooklyn Bowl is located at 3475 Las Vegas Blvd. in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Moontime Market in Atlanta to Bring Artisan Vendors together during WSP New Years Run on December 30

As the countdown to the new year begins, folks attending Widespread Panic in Atlanta at the Fox Theatre should prepare for an unforgettable vending experience was Moontime Market will be held on Saturday, December 30th from 12-4PM at Westside Motor Lounge.

Moontime Market is the ultimate celebration to kick off the new year in style with an epic line up of live music, a varied artisan market at a super cool venue with TVs to watch the bowl games along with a full bar and comfort eats.

Moontime Market

Moontime Market will also offer a raffle of vendor goods to give back to a non profit to make a meaningful impact. 

“After successful events in Charleston, Huntsville and Savannah, we are excited to bring our curated, artisan market to Atlanta with a mix of talented vendors in different industries. Our mission is to uplift and turn the spotlight on creatives by offering a platform to showcase their work in a promoted and organized environment.”

co-organizer Lorrie Dixson Griggs

Moontime Market will include:

Live Music: Patrons will be blown away by the electrifying sounds of local band Cosmic Debris. Known for its high-energy performances, improvisation skills, and a generous sprinkle of funk, the rockin’ band will bring an unforgettable musical journey that will have guests dancing all afternoon!

Artisan Market: Guests will indulge in a shopping spree with an amazing artisan market featuring a curated selection of diverse vendors including Drifter Merch, HoneyCreek Pottery, Reba’s Dancing Dyes, The B’alam Shop, Magic & Glory, Blue Girl Show Shades, Om Grown Art, Butterflies & Bombs, Zinnialou Jewelry, The Horti-Culture, Rasta Batik, Covy’s Love Swag, Shamelessly Alive, Cool Attire Co., Happy Mountain Tie Dye, Lucky Lany, Satisfied Labs, Wild Earth Mamá, GinaRenay Designs, Midland Ghost and Tripp’s Prints.

Venue: At just under three acres, Westside Motor Lounge houses a full-service restaurant, two premium bars, a private event space as well as an expansive outdoor courtyard featuring a fully wired stage for bands, beer garden, shuffleboard courts, firepits, tons of seating and vintage Airstream travel bar and food trailer. 

Raffle for a Cause: At this event 100% of the proceeds will be going to Conscious Alliance, an organization dedicated to bringing food and essential goods directly to economically-isolated communities across the country.