Opening Night Preview Party
Thursday 7 - 10pm
Join us on Thursday March 6th and be among the first to purchase and view original works of art from top independent artists.  Enjoy an evening of art, drinks and hors d’oeuvres as we welcome Sketch as our charitable partner. 

After party at the Drake Hotel – after 10pm the party will continue around the corner at the luxe Drake Hotel (1150 Queen Street West).  Enjoy cocktails and conversation long into the night, come early and stay late.  Admittance is based on capacity.  www.thedrakehotel.ca

Art Chat Series
Thrill of the Chase: Art Buying Trends and Tips
Betty Ann Jordan
Saturday 2 – 3pm
Sunday 2 – 3 pm 
Join Betty Ann Jordan, author of the monthly Artist File column for Canadian House and Home magazine and founder of Art InSite art and design tours, for The Thrill of the Chase: Art Buying Trends and Tips. Betty Ann will guide you through the process of buying original art – including tips on understanding pricing, quality and   how to purchase a piece that you’ll love.  Coffee and tea provided.

Friday Night ARTinis
Mark Challen
Friday 6 – 7 pm
Enjoy an ARTini or two with Mark Challen of House & Home Media.  Mark will take you on a visual tour of his own home and illustrate how his use of original art — from paintings to mixed media to photography — has created pleasing vignettes around the house. Learn the best tricks and tips on how to decorate with flair and personality.

Plan Your Day
After your day at the fair, you'll need to rest your feet, recharge and discuss all the great art you've seen.  Head over to our favourite neighbourhood haunt, The Drake Hotel, for a fabulous meal in their plush lounge and enjoy some of the city's best live musicians playing daily.  www.thedrakehotel.ca

Coming from out of town? 
Email roomreservations@thedrakehotel.ca or call 416-531-5042 ext. 100 and quote TAP for your special rate.