Village Arts & Music Festival, March 26th, 2011
The Annual Village Arts Festival takes place the last Saturday of every March. Located in the downtown fire department artists from all over the state sell and demonstrate their artwork. Students from Hanson Elementary also have an exibit with their artwork hung in each of the businesses. Workshops such as gourd painting and basketweaving allow participants to take something home. Authors are on hand to sign their books and live music shows are scheduled throughout the day. Please call 828-230-6501 for an application or download an application here.
32nd Annual Mule Days Festival, May 7th, 2011
For the past 32 years the Antique Tractor Association has been sponsoring the Antique Tractor and Mule Days Festival. Taking place annually the first Saturday in May, this event attracts people from 10 states. Currently this takes place in the Vanity Fair Outlet Mall parking lot after a lively parade through the downtown area. For the past three years the Merchant's Association has sponsored a Mule Days "Kick-Off" with a Street Fair and Concert downtown on the Friday night prior. In case you hadn't heard, Elvis & Rusty Tabor are regulars for us for this event. For an application for a booth at our Community Yard Sale/Craft & Flea Market, click here!
The I LOVE Hanson Festival, July 15, 16 & 17th, 2011
More Information comming soon!
Fall Gathering & Cruise In, September 23rd & 24th, 2011
The Fall Gathering features everything fall! A Hanson Harvest Market sets up in the Fall to provide color and supplies for our shoppers. Working on the Tried & True Honor System, buyers just pay at any of the shops if no one is there to take their money. Businesses host open houses and there are activities for the kids as well. Bring the entire family and kick off the prettiest season of the year!
10th Annual Holiday Open House,
November 11th & 12th, 2011
The Second Saturday in November is the time for our HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE. All the buildings are outlined in white lights and roving musicians entertain shoppers and merchants alike.
For Information on These Events, Please Call 270-322-0930