Calico Makers Spring Market Apr. 18 and 19

Calico Studio, at 1411 Smith Level Road, Chapel Hill, is hosting Calico Makers Spring Market on Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.

This free event will feature 22 local artists, as well as music, art activities and food trucks. Admission is free and the art activities are free too.

Saturday, Music Lineup

• 11 a.m.: Bill West
• 1 p.m.: The Watchmen
• 3 p.m.: Joel Keel

Sunday, Music Lineup

• 11 a.m.: Red Nucleus
• 1 p.m.: Annie & DJ Kemo — Latin Dance Social
• 3 p.m.: Maria Quiles

Food Truck

• Taco Paraiso 1

Art Tent Activities

• Weaving – Come try your hand at weaving! An ancient and fun way to make cloth or art. Using a simple loom, the frame that holds your material in place, you’ll follow an easy pattern to interlace loose yarn and strips of fabric to build your design. Vertical threads, or warp, are stretched up and down on the loom. You weave in the weft by passing your materials over and under to build the unique patterns. It’s easy to grasp once you get into the rhythm. Simply grab some scraps, pick your favorite colors, and start crossing lines. You might be surprised by the beautiful piece of art you create.
• Painting like Monet – Step into the world of Claude Monet and discover the magic of painting like an Impressionist! In his famous Water Lilies paintings, he didn’t focus on sharp details. He instead used quick, layered brushstrokes and soft, blended colors to capture reflections, ripples, and the subtle shapes of floating lilies. Let’s explore Impressionism by creating your own water lily masterpieces. There’s no right or wrong way. Just have fun experimenting and letting your imagination flow like water and bring your own pond to life!