The West Art Bloc Party

What To Know Before You Go - 2026!
This event will be rain or shine! In the case of extreme weather, we will make announcements accordingly. Follow our Instagram at @westartlanc for the most up-to-date information.
The stretch of Buchanan Ave from College Ave to S West End will be closed starting at 7:30 AM. Recommended spots for parking include College Ave and Race Ave. Walking is always recommended as well!
The Bloc Party will be taking place from 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM!
We have a variety of vendors this year! Please see the full list below!
Common Running - Field of Flutterflies - Calz Crations - Standout Vintage - Trouve Goods - Lancaster Pride - Lancaster Pickle Company - Fifth Month Farm - 3 Gals Vintage - North Museum - Bloom Farm - The New School Montessori - America Revitalized - Topher Shoots - Music For Everyone - Wild Child Fibers - Lemon Street Market - Troublemaker Photo Booth - Sandw1tch Shop - Demuth Museum - Vine Bar - Unkle Fungus Mushroom - Heart Gallery & Market - F&M - Art of Korvin Grym - Kristen Blaise Creative - Lancaster Country Day School - Clunky Picnic - Raven and Root Studio - Scarlet Runner - Eleventhirty Vintage - Revolutionary Hot Sauce - Mel’s Mutt Hutt - Pots by Hal - Endless Miles - D.O Studio - Root and Rocks - Madhedzz - Liz Riden - Go Ask Alice Handmade - Daily Dose Microgreens - The Ceramic Sisters - Cyclical Thread - Bizbeadz - Y2 Kailyn
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM / The Matthew Woodson Steel Experience - The Alley Stage
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM / Bad Hints - The Stray Main Stage
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM / The Cory Paternoster Jazz Combo - The Alley Stage
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM / Cesar and The Five - The Stray Main Stage
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM / Sir Dominque Jordan - The Alley Stage
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM / Perpetual Motion - The Stray Main Stage
Tickets for the Aortic Valve Family-Friendly Audio Visual Dance Party can be purchased HERE!
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM - Face Painting
10:30 AM - Storytime with Lanc Library
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Tie Dye
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM - Dunk Tank
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Bounce House
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM- Animals
10:00 AM -5:00 PM - Lawn Games & Craft Stations
Other activities include: Pet Rock Station - Face Painting - Craft Table - Bracelet Making Station - Faces of our Community Paper - Corn Hole- Horse Shoe Game - Duck Bobbing in Mini Pool - Chalk & Bubbles - Giant Twister - Ladder Ball - Temporary Tattoos
Drinks will be available for purchase inside West Art! All Alcoholic Beverages Must Be Bought And Consumed Within The West Art Building And Patio Premise.
We also have a variety of vendors this year! Please see the full list below!
OBX Lemonade - More Rice - Rendezvous Pizza - Victory BBQ
West Art Block Party Emergency Protocols
How We Communicate
- Main Stage Announcements: Real-time instructions will be broadcast over the main stage PA system.
- Social Media Updates: Check our official Instagram and Facebook pages for live status updates and official guidance.
- On-Site Staff: Look for event staff and security personnel for direct assistance.
Weather, Structural, & Security Threats
- Severe Weather: In the event of lightning, high winds, or severe storms, seek immediate shelter in indoor areas or personal vehicles.
- Active Threats & Collapses: Follow the instructions of emergency personnel and staff immediately. Move calmly toward the nearest perimeter exit.
Key On-Site Locations:
- First Aid Station: Located near the main entrance/info booth for minor injuries and medical needs.
- Lost Children & Items: Report to the main welcome booths to reconnect with missing party members or locate lost property.
- Emergency Exits: Marked within the West Art building; keep all exit pathways clear of chairs and personal gear.
General Safety Guidelines:
- See Something, Say Something: Report suspicious activity or hazards to any staff member or security officer immediately.
- Stay Calm: Walk, do not run, during an evacuation to ensure everyone leaves the area safely.