About This Festival

The 9th annual Art Blitz festival will take place on September 20, 2025, at the Art Barn School of Art near Valparaiso, Porter County, Indiana. It is a one-day event held on a beautiful 69-acre natural setting about 1 mile south of US Hwy 6 and 3 miles north of Hwy 2. The event is fully handicapped accessible and organized by the Art Barn School of Art, a creative hub founded to offer inclusive, nature-based art education and community engagement.

Event Vibe and Setting:
Art Blitz is designed to highlight the Art Barn’s educational art offerings with a focus on participatory, hands-on activities in a serene outdoor environment. The festival’s vibe leans toward a family-friendly, creative, and communal atmosphere where visitors can both observe and engage with art under the open sky surrounded by nature. The setting is rustic and tranquil, combining century-old barn structures with expansive outdoor spaces that allow for exhibitions, workshops, and creative expression.

Activities and Features:

  • Educational Art Offerings: Participatory activities aimed at all ages and skill levels to inspire creativity and art exploration. This may include live art demonstrations, art-making workshops, and instructional sessions.
  • Outdoor Exhibition of Regional Art: Displays of artworks by regional artists, showcasing a variety of styles and mediums integrated within the natural landscape to blend art and nature.
  • Collaborations with Arts Organizations: Partnered events or shared exhibits with other local art institutions and community groups to enrich the festival program.
  • Special Events and Performances: Potential live music, artist talks, or performance art to lend vibrancy to the day.
  • Art Barn Facility Tours and Rentals: Visitors might have the chance to tour the historic barn space and learn about its use as an art studio and educational center.

Typical Schedule (Approximate and to be confirmed):

  • Morning (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM): Opening and participatory workshops
  • Midday (12:00 PM to 2:00 PM): Outdoor exhibitions, live artist demonstrations
  • Afternoon (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM): Continuing workshops, collaborative art projects, performances, and closing activities

History and Founding of the Event:
Art Blitz is now in its ninth year, evolving as an annual fest that continues Art Barn School of Art’s mission to inspire creativity across generations by providing an inclusive space where artists can explore and grow. The Art Barn itself was founded by Jan (last name not specified), located on 69 acres in the Porter County region near Valparaiso. The barn is a listed historic structure that serves as both a studio and event venue, with a longstanding commitment to quality art education and community outreach.

This combination of rich history, natural beauty, and a focus on interactive learning makes Art Blitz a distinctive cultural event in northern Indiana's arts and crafts scene. For more details or exact scheduling, contacting the Art Barn directly at (219) 462-9009 or visiting their website is recommended.