AFCI | In the MKNG Preview (And a Discount!)
Summer is flying by fast, and that means we are coming up on theIn the MKNG™ festival being put on by AFCI on September 29th-30th, 2018! Here's all the latest info that you need to know about the festival - along with a discount code for tickets!
[Disclosure: This is a sponsored post for AFCI.]
Where is In the MKNG™️?
In the MKNG™ will be taking place at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel Woods, NY. Located about 90 minutes outside of New York City, Bethel Woods is also within a few hours' driving distance of New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania.
Bethel Woods, of course, is famous as the site of the 1969 Woodstock Festival. Today, the grounds of that festival (most of which are now part of the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts) are on the National Register of Historic Places and are regularly visited by tourists. A monument sits near the location of the festival's main stage. The Museum at Bethel Woods, also part of the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, tells the story of the Woodstock Festival and the 1960's through artifacts and other exhibits.
If nature is more your thing than history, the Sullivan Catskills area surrounding Bethel Woods has plenty to offer. Take a drive on scenic Route 97, or go hiking and biking on the area's many trails, or fish and hunt in Lake Superior State Park.
To learn more about the area around Bethel Woods and to plan your visit, explore the Sullivan Catskills website.
Who will be at In the MKNG™️?
Many of crafters' favorite brands are sponsoring and participating In the MKNG™ - Bob Ross, Michaels, Paper House, Gildan, Lion Brand, Duck Tape, and so many more!
With over fifty vendors already signed up for In the MKNG™. there's something for every craft fanatic. For paper crafters, there's Altenew, The Paper Curator, Paper House, Eileen Hull and more - including loads of mixed media options. Sewists can visit the legendary Mood Fabrics, Fabric Mart NY, Decorative Trimmings, Blu Arlan and other options. A host of options for fiber arts fans include Lion Brand, Red Heart, Cornwall Yarn Shop, Buck Brook Alpacas, and more exciting options.
To see the current list of sponsors and vendors for In the MKNG™, visit the event's website. (Are you a vendor who would like to be on that list? Visit the In the MKNG™ website to become a vendor or sign up as a sponsor - or both!)
Take a workshop!
Registration is now open for workshops at In the MKNG™! Workshop slots are available on both Saturday and Sunday. Attendees can take their pick of workshops that include crafts such as a knitted headband (no knitting experience required), a beautiful fall wreath, an etched glass jar, embroidery wall art, and more!
Tickets for In the MKNG™ workshops range from $20-$40 each, and can be purchased during the registration process for the event. (Attendees must buy a festival ticket to be able to purchase a workshop ticket.) View the full workshop descriptions on the In the MKNG™website.
Catch a concert!
Bethel Woods is famous for music, and so In the MKNG™ wouldn't be complete without a great concert. And the best part is that your In the MKNG™ festival ticket includes access to the live music performances!
On Saturday, the festival's headline performer (from 4:30pm to 6pm) is Sister Hazel, known to most music fans for their 1997 rock hit “All for You”. Sister Hazel is currently touring to promote their latest album, Lighter In The Dark. This new album is their first country album and features a collaboration track with Darius Rucker.
Other performers on Saturday are CMA artist Lauren Davidson, independent singer/songwriter Zach Matari & The After Parti, and NY-based pop/rock band Wild Planes.
On Sunday, the festival is being headlined by 16 year old country music singer-songwriter Brennley Brown. She appeared on season 12 of the NBC series "The Voice", and is also known to fans for being the voice of Lily the Good Witch on the Disney Channel series "Sofia the First".
Other performers on Sunday are singer/songwriter Emma Bilyou, retro-pop duo Fly By Midnight, and alternative rock band Don't Believe in Ghosts.
To see the full music schedule for In the MKNG, click here.
What else can I do at In the MKNG™️?
In the MKNG™ is designed as an interactive, hands on experience for festival attendees from kids to adults. Crafters of all skill levels can try out new crafts, or enhance their skills at existing ones using products from companies like Bob Ross, Brother, Crayola, DecoArt, iLoveToCreate, Lion Brands and more.
The Creator Stage will be hosting live demonstrations, crafting competitions and more. Animal lovers will find pet crafting projects (and an adoption center if you're looking for a new furry family member to love). Or try out local craft beer and wine in a special pavilion.
Save on your ticket!
Buy your tickets today and use the following promotional code to save $3 off In the MKNG™ tickets: PRMKNG13
