more than just a craft and arts Festival…
…Answering the call to combat social isolation and loneliness, The Zipper is bringing people together in an environment that encourages human connection through art and entertainment.
What is The Zipper?
• The Zipper Fest is FREE to attend!
• Attending is a great way to support the creative people in our community, meet new people, and have fun.
• Crafters and artists from across Missouri and beyond will have booths with affordable handmade items for purchase.
• Surrounding businesses and restaurants along with food trucks will supply food and drinks.
• Connection Corners, designed by local artists, will be staged throughout the festival and provide a cozy, cool spot to interact in, talk with someone you know or someone new.
• FREE live music and entertainment!
The Zipper Fest 2024
September
1-7pm
Arcade District, Columbia MO
“Zippers are primal and modern at the very same time. On the one hand, your zipper is primitive and reptilian, on the other mechanical and slick.”
-Tom Robbins