Bethesda Row Arts Festival — Attraction in Bethesda

An abundance of amazing art in all styles and price ranges. It was a cold day to be in an open-air setting, and rain was threatening for hours — but these festivals don’t get to choose their weather, so we can’t hold that against them.

I do wish it had been a little less crowded (normal walking was impossible, and maneuvering around everyone was a bit of a struggle), but I don’t imagine the artists were wishing for less attendance. Statistically they’re much more likely to have good sales if it’s crowded; but hey, a word to the wise for anyone agoraphobic.

(p.s. This festival happens IN Bethesda, at Bethesda Row, not in Rockville. Just in case Google Maps never updates...

The Bethesda Row Arts Festival is a “most see” if you love fine arts and crafts. Assisted by excellent early autumn weather, this festival was a lot of fun. Parking was relatively easy, there were plenty of restaurants to choose from and finally, as a photographer, the photographers were...

Outstanding location, strong variety of artwork available, excellent artist support from the...