Downtown Kids Arts Attractions

Competition is fierce – yet spirited - in the arts community as local artists, groups, and individuals compete in a canned food sculpture contest for charity, a painted window contest, or “see” food – but not necessarily “sea” food - in arts and dining experiences throughout downtown Plattsburgh.

Kids’ arts attractions, activities, music and a surprise visit from a friendly lake monster are all part of the “See Art” cultural fun. A “Jumpin’ in July” party, and Art Walk round out the arts corridor venues. It takes a community to grow a festival. In this “Community Does Matter” year, organizations and individuals are invited to create their own Mayor’s Cup event.

“SEE FOOD” FEST is a new 3-day event and chance for downtown restaurants to present their best “see food” (not necessarily “sea food”) through a multi-cultural dining experience that includes a dinner special, street-side tasting event, or dining to music entertainment. Sponsor at $2,500 or $5,000 for 3-day exclusive.

“SEE FOOD” SCULPTURE CONTEST is a new Mayor’s Cup arts competition where teams (local schools, organizations, businesses, etc) compete for prizes by building elaborate sculptures from canned food donations. Landlubbers get to “see” food sculptures throughout downtown during the 3-day festival. The local food shelf receives all canned goods. Sponsor at $2,500 or $5,000 for 3-day exclusive.

"SEE ART” PAINTED WINDOW CONTEST is a new Mayor's Cup arts competition where merchants compete for prizes by painting storefront windows (or other window displays). Landlubbers get to "see" art displays throughout downtown during the 3-day festival. Sponsor at $2,500 or $5,000 for 3-day exclusive.