Was very hot the one day I went, but you can handle it if youre smart with shade and staying hydrated. Amazing amount of artists and different things brought to the table. There were a few food trucks and a few beer/wine tents. Everyone that come can find something unique for there collection. There is also a dedicated kids area with entertainment and interactive art. The band/musical artists that played this year were excellent! Definitely red recommend whether you go with friends or even by yourself!

A definite must! First time here, wont be the last! Wow!!! Very impressive, lots to do and see. Experience this fantastic festival!!!

First Night 2018 was frigid, but the cold was part of the fun! Entertainment and venues were awesome and warm. It was well worth braving the cold to share New Years Eve with fellow hardy souls to see the incredible fireworks which capped off the celebration. Thanks to all the staff and volunteers who made the celebration a fun night.

One of Raleighs best downtown FREE events! Artsplosure celebrates 35 years of bringing art and people together. An event that you wont want to miss! Theres creative people to talk with about pottery, jewelry photography and more. Take home a treasure! Plenty of food to enjoy and music to get you moving. With over 170 visual arts and crafts exhibitors from all over this event draws over 80,000 people to downtown.Well done Raleigh ~ Well done!

A great time to walk downtown Raleigh with friends. We bought some crafty items and viewed most offerings. The parking was priced very reasonable.

If you love art, live music, and great people youll love this place. So many wonders to look at and a wonderful place to walk around with friends.

Amazing area. Friendly people and lovely music

Always an enjoyable day with my husband to see all the incredible talented peeps, free entertainment, and good eats and drink!

Supposed to be open till 10, looks like a ghost town at 7pm. Westher is perfect, everything is closed.

Every Booth is closed because they thought it was going to rain so you couldnt see anything