Road Closures Announced For Popular Westport Festival

WESTPORT, CT — The 53rd Westport Fine Arts Festival is scheduled for this weekend, May 22-24, in downtown Westport, according to the Westport Downtown Association, which organizes the event.

"This festival is a notable highlight for collectors and residents from the Tri-State region, New England, and beyond," organizers wrote in a statement. "Our nationally recognized, juried festival features a premier roster of regional, national, and international fine artists exhibiting in various media categories, including painting, photography, sculpture, fiber, printmaking, mixed media, glass, ceramics, jewelry, wood, and graphics."

The festival is free to attend, and all art on display will be available for sale. Food vendors will also be on-site. Featured activities include live music and hands-on art projects and demonstrations for children and adults.

Westport police have issued a traffic advisory for the event.

"To safely accommodate the festival, several road closures will be in effect beginning at 6:00 AM on Friday, May 22 through 10:00 PM on Sunday, May 24: Main Street between Post Road East and Avery Place; and Elm Street between Main Street and Bedford Square," wrote Lt. Sereniti Dobson in a statement. "These closures are expected to result in increased traffic congestion in the downtown area, as well as significantly higher pedestrian volumes throughout the weekend."

With the higher amount of pedestrian traffic, motorists are advised to use caution if traveling through the area, and seek alternative routes if possible.

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