The 57th Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts got underway on Wednesday with Children and Youth Day in downtown State College and on the Penn State campus.
A record number of young artists and crafters showcased their work in the Children and Youth Sidewalk Sale, while entertainment and creative and educational activities geared toward kids abounded.
Check out the sights and sounds below. The festival continues Thursday through Sunday with the Sidewalk Sale and Exhibition featuring 300 artists from around the country, dozens of musicians and entertainers, food vendors, street painting, a book festival, a craft beverage expo, races and more. See our guide for the details and keep up with all of our festival coverage here.
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