NETHER PROVIDENCE — The Community Arts Center, 414 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford will present the 12th annual Tie-Dye Music Festival from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday, July 20 on the side lawn of the center.
In case of rain, the event will be held in the large gallery. The free, family event for all ages, presented by PNC Bank, connects the community through music and art, featuring live music all evening and tie-dye activities. The event will feature live music by three bands, including folk rock band Out of Order, Reggae and Grateful Dead tribute band Dread the Dead, and bluegrass/Americana band Wood Sounds.
During the musical performances, attendees can take part in the creative and colorful process of tie-dying. Event T-shirts will be available for $15 and guests can tie-dye them at no additional charge. Guests may also bring up to three items of their own to tie-dye for a $5 charge per item.
CAC staff, volunteers, and resident tie-dye artist Morgan Bensel will be on hand to help participants with the tie-dye process and with achieving the desired design and color of their finished products. Dos Gringos Mexican Kitchen will have its food truck on site from 5 to 7 p.m.
Bottled water and soft pretzels will be also be available for purchase. Attendees may bring food and beverages. No pets are permitted.
Indoor, single person restrooms will be available during the event. Admission is free, and no reservations are required. Vendors at the event will include The Potters Guild, offerin.
