Art and Vendor Extravaganza set for August 2 at Bell Park, along with Classic Automobile Display at Main Street Fire Station in Florence
Art and Vendor Festival and Car Show in Florence: A Community Celebration
The City of Florence is hosting an exciting event on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Art and Vendor Festival and Car Show, held at Bell Park and the Historic Fire Station on Main Street, promises a day filled with community engagement, art, shopping, and automotive celebration [1][2][4].
At the heart of the event is the Car Show, featuring a diverse lineup of classic, custom, and modern vehicles. Registration for participants opens at 8:30 a.m. with a $20 entry fee. The car show runs from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and includes a competition element, with awards such as Mayor's Choice, Chief of Police Choice, Best Classic, Best Modern, Best Truck/Jeep, Best Motorcycle, and Top 10 Overall [3][5].
In addition to the Car Show, the festival offers a wide array of handmade goods, artisan products, and local specialties. Over 90 unique craft and vendor booths will be set up, allowing attendees to explore a variety of creative works [2][6].
Food trucks will be available throughout the event, with Taqueria Nico, Phat Daddy's, Kona Ice, Dreamys, Mom & Pop Kettle Corn, Hudie Hut, Steak 'N Shake off Houston Road, and Papa Pats Hotdogs all confirmed to participate [7]. Admission to the event is free, and all are welcome [8].
The event benefits Boone County High School Sports, making it a great opportunity to support local education while enjoying a fun day out [9]. The Community Photo Contest is also a part of the festival, although specific rules, submission methods, or prizes are not yet detailed [1]. The winners of the Community Photo Contest will be displayed in the Main Street Fire Station.
Event parking will be available at Florence Christian Church. The Art and Vendor Festival and Car Show is a diverse and family-friendly gathering, making it an excellent choice for a day out in Florence [10]. For more detailed information about the food trucks or photo contest rules, it may be best to consult the official City of Florence website or event organizers closer to the event date.
- The Art and Vendor Festival and Car Show, happening in Boone County's Florence on August 2, 2025, includes a variety of sports-related activities as it benefits the Boone County High School Sports.
- on the day of the event, attendees can enjoy exploring food-and-drink options from multiple food trucks such as Taqueria Nico, Phat Daddy's, and Steak 'n Shake.
- Held at Bell Park and the Historic Fire Station on Main Street, the festival also offers a bustling home-and-garden market with over 90 vendor booths showcasing crafts, artisan products, and local specialties.
- Aside from the Car Show, the festival caters to the community's lifestyle with a diverse collection of cars and the Community Photo Contest, featuring awards like Mayor's Choice and Chief of Police Choice.
