Addison transplant Fernando “the Artist” Olivares, originally from California, will debut a vibrant new festival sign near the Taste Addison entry gate. Known for his bold visual and rendering style, Fernando is creating a neon-colored design that will highlight iconic Addison landmarks and the delicious food that helped make Taste Addison famous. This new sign will serve as a signature piece for the festival and is designed to grow each year with new imagery showcasing Addison’s eats, beats and artistic flair.
Also debuting this year: life-size letters spelling out “TASTE,” with each letter painted by a different artist to reflect a unique food theme. This interactive art installation is expected to be one of the most photographed spots at the festival.
The visual arts meet the performing arts in The Addison Performing Arts Centre during Taste Addison. In the main stage space, BlackBox 30, sultry jazz musicians and alluring silk aerialists will come together for a series of beautiful performances titled Jazz & Silks, presented by IT Cosmetics. The Kindred Jazz band will take the stage every hour on the half-hour, with aerialists Ashlyn Peters and Gretchen Davison performing during every other concert.
Coming back to The Addison this year is the Studio 24 Silent Disco, in which guests are invited to check out the beats and enjoy the artsy treats that come with lights and music in the cool space all weekend long. A DJ will be on-site throughout the weekend to help set the vibe.
Along the curved walkway that bisects Addison Circle Park, guests can enjoy the Sip & Stroll Art Walk. More than 30 curated artisans and makers will share their wares in this Taste Addison installation.
Wines will be for sale by the glass. Throughout the Sip & Stroll Art Walk as well as nearby at the nearby Shoppers Row, visitors to Taste Addison will have the opportunity to find artistic creations for purchase.
Guests wanting to enjoy not only the fabulous art experiences at Taste Addison but also the amazing array of public art in Addison are encouraged to purchase a hotel package and make a weekend of the experience.
Taste Addison event information
WHAT: Taste Addison, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, is all about eats, beats and artistic treats with top-notch Addison restaurants, national headliners and both creative and immersive art. The family-friendly weekend includes an experience for every vibe.
WHEN: Friday, April 25, 6 p.m. to midnight
Saturday, April 26, 12 p.m. to midnight
Sunday, April 27, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
WHERE: Addison Circle Park
4970 Addison Circle, Addison, TX 75001
The event entrance is located at the corner of Quorum Drive and Addison Circle.
TICKETS: On sale at TasteAddisonTexas.com. Presale tickets are available until April 23.
· General admission: Single-day presale tickets are $10 adults, $5 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger. Three-day passes are $20 for adults and are available presale only. On-site tickets are $15 adults, $8 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger. Group tickets (20+) are $8/ticket. Please purchase tickets in advance; on-site purchase is via card only.
· VIP: This three-day pass comes with three beverage tickets for each day, scheduled snack bites each day, a $35 merchandise voucher, free sodas and water, air-conditioned private bathrooms, a nightly dessert bar, and one Chow Hall Pass. A limited number of VIP tickets will be sold during presale for $250. VIP tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be sold at the gate.
FREE PARKING: Colonnade Garage (15305 N. Dallas Parkway)
Addison Circle Two Garage (15725 N. Dallas Parkway)
Millennium Garage (15455 N. Dallas Parkway)
Accessible parking available at DART Transit Center (4925 Arapaho Road)
Rideshare pick-up available at Beckert Park, 5000 Addison Circle.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFO: TasteAddisonTexas.com
