LOCATION
Join us on the historic downtown of Norcross, Georgia in Thrasher Park. In your GPS, enter 93 Park Dr. This Event Will Happen Rain Or Shine.
ADMISSION
FREE
Festival Hours
Saturday, October 11, 10AM to 6PM, Sunday October 12, from 10AM to 5PM.
ART
Over 100 artists will be selling their handmade goods. From decor to delicacies, you'll find just what you are looking for. Most take credit cards if you run short of cash.
Be sure to check out the local Maker's Market inside of the historic Norcross Library across from Thrasher Park on North Peachtree St. Talented local artisans from Gwinnett County will debut their work over the weekend. You may find the new Picasso right here!
ENTERTAINMENT
Atlanta Harmony Celebration! is an Atlanta-based women's a cappella group singing in the barbershop style. Formed in 2003, AHC! has enjoyed twenty years of performing throughout Gwinnett and the greater Atlanta area. As a registered chorus of barbershop organization, Harmony, Inc., Atlanta Harmony Celebration! competes in area and international contests.
Susan Rohrabaugh is a local musician who is usually seen playing ukulele and singing on her front porch. For years she played bass guitar and flute in various church bands and also sings in an a cappella women’s barbershop group. Although she studied classical guitar at university, today you will hear on the ukulele a mixture of cowboy yodeling tunes, Tin Pan Alley songs from the 1920s, jazz standards and original family songs written by her mother and brother.
Atlanta based Joe Caporaso (Joe Capo Guitar) is a local guitarist who has performed throughout the U.S. as a solo artist and with various local, regional and national acts. His Piedmont style blends elements of blues, jazz and new age into original arrangements of popular tunes and all original compositions. Joe’s warm soulful playing brings timeless classics to life, you can learn more about him on www.joecapoguitar.com
Blackfoot Daisy is a dynamic three-piece Americana band that blends rootsy folk traditions with progressive arrangements and rich, textured instrumentation. With a lineup featuring acoustic guitar, ukulele, mandolin, bass, violin, flute, and an inventive foot-played percussion setup—including kick drum, propped-up snare, and washboard—Blackfoot Daisy crafts a sound that is both familiar and refreshingly original. Their music weaves together heartfelt storytelling, earthy tones, and inventive dynamics, offering a mix of thoughtful originals and reimagined covers.
The Misha Stefanuk Group not only delivers an entertaining experience but also deepens our appreciation for music as a vital and profound human endeavor. At the helm is Misha Stefanuk, a renowned jazz and classical pianist, organist, and composer whose dynamic presence has left an indelible mark on the music industry. With over a hundred TV credits to his name, including appearances on Good Morning America and One Life to Live, Stefanuk's versatility and mastery across diverse musical styles have made him a highly sought-after performer and composer. Misha Stefanuk Group continues to push the boundaries of musical expression, inviting audiences to join them on a captivating journey through sound. Keep the music going!
Lilly and Sam met in School of Rock-West Cobb, where they are both members of an audition based house band that travels locally and nationally playing different venues, festivals and events. They both also attend Harrison High School. They decided to form an acoustic duo to showcase music ranging from the 70s all the way to today’s current music. They offer a diverse selection of music that appeals to all age groups. They can be found on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. They are currently booking a range of venues and scheduling return performances. Be sure to follow them on social media for updates!
Craig Gleason toured throughout the US, parts of Europe, Africa and South America and is a former coordinator for the Nashville Songwriters Association International published in L.A. and Nashville. He is the former guitarist for touring bands Eli from Tallahassee Florida and Blackjack from Atlanta. As a songwriter he is at Zac Brown’s Camp Southern Ground working with military veterans from all over the United States. He has been involved with Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, American Cancer Society, Lupus Foundation, Gwinnett County Prison and Hall County Prison,Trinity House and No Longer Bound.
PETS
Pets on a leash are welcome. Please be mindful around the artisan booths.
PARKING
Parking is convenient and available at the Norcross City Hall, 65 Lawrenceville St., The Norcross Cultural Arts Center, 5 College St., downtown Norcross, Hopewell Baptist Church, 182 Hunter St., the Gwinnett County Library - Norcross, 5735 Buford Hwy and Christ Church Episcopal - 400 Holcomb Bridge Rd. Handicap parking will be located in Thrasher Park. There will be no shuttles.
FESTIVAL CUISINE
A variety of food trucks will be serving up everything from soul food to BBQ to wings, burgers and tacos. Come hungry!
CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES
The Kidz Zone is located in Thrasher Park. Enjoy face painting and more interactive activities for the kids. The playground will be the center of the activities and is free!
FESTIVAL AMENITIES
To ensure your time at the Norcross Art Splash Festival is enjoyable, we offer the following services for our guests:
FIRST AID, LOST & FOUND
First Aid and Lost and Found is located at Headquarters in the gazebo in Thrasher Park in the northwest corner of the park.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are available at the back of the pavilion and on Park Drive near the food vendors.
It is a Splash Festivals, Inc. policy that all exhibitors and vendors must show proper credentials and be pre-registered. No materials may be distributed throughout the event from unregistered participants.