ABC Art Market
Second Saturdays at Queen City Center
August 8 • September 12 • October 10
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Queen City Center 215 Canal Street, Manchester, NH 03101
Presented by Arts Build Community
Where Art Builds Community
Join us for the ABC Art Market, a monthly outdoor celebration of local artists, creativity, and community.
Held on the second Saturday of each month at Queen City Center, the market brings together talented artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs for a vibrant morning of original artwork, handcrafted goods, live demonstrations, and creative experiences.
Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind gift, adding original artwork to your home, meeting local artists, or simply enjoying a day out with family and friends, there's something for everyone.
What You'll Discover
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WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER
Original artwork from local and regional artists
Handmade gifts and artisan goods
Live art demonstrations
Interactive creative activities
Family-friendly atmosphere
Local food and nearby restaurants
A welcoming community gathering space
Every purchase directly supports independent artists while helping strengthen New Hampshire's creative community.
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EVENT INFORMATION
Second Saturdays
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
2026 Outdoor Market DatesAug. 8, Sept. 12 & Oct. 10
Location
Queen City Center 215 Canal Street, Manchester, NH 03101
Admission is free and open to everyone.
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ARE YOU AN ARTIST OR MAKER?
We're always excited to welcome talented artists and makers who believe in building community through creativity.
If you create original artwork, handcrafted goods, or enjoy engaging with the public through demonstrations and creative experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
We're Looking For
Painters
Printmakers
Ceramic Artists
Photographers
Jewelers
Woodworkers
Illustrators
Sculptors
Mixed Media Artists
Handmade Goods
And other creative entrepreneurs
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
We organize commission-based projects that bring together artists and local communities, businesses, or organizations. These initiatives are designed to highlight community values, cultural stories, and social causes, all while providing opportunities for artists. Many of our projects incorporate educational workshops, neighborhood engagement, and public events, creating spaces where art fosters connection and inspires positive change. The outcome is always a public artwork that reflects the spirit and identity of the community it serves.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Our Youth Programs are designed to nurture the next generation of artists, leaders, and advocates. Through mentorship and hands-on experience, young people work alongside professional artists to create art in public spaces, while exploring important social issues and the power of street art as a tool for change. These programs emphasize community-building, collaboration, and respect, empowering youth to use their creativity to make a positive impact.
MURAL TOURS
Discover Manchester’s Vibrant Street Art Scene!
Join us for an unforgettable adventure through Manchester’s dynamic street art landscape! Our guided walking, biking, and private tours are led by expert ABC docents who bring the stories behind the murals to life. You’ll dive into the creative processes of the artists, uncover powerful social themes, and explore the local community’s rich cultural fabric. Along the way, experience special performances and collaborative activation that highlight even more of the Queen City’s incredible artists and organizations. Don’t miss out on this immersive art experience!
Supporting collaboration and innovation since 2009.
Arts Build Community collaboratively builds connected, empowered communities through shared, arts-based experiences led by artists, creators, & culture bearers.
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A community canvas that brought neighbors together to color the city
Downtown Manchester buildings are a lot more vibrant than they used to be. The colorful canvases were part of the first-ever mural festival “Community Canvas” in The Queen City. The public art event produced by Arts Build Community brought together community members and artists to tell their stories, through work we all get to enjoy now.
NH's First ever Mural Festival by Arts Build Community
The #CommunityCanvas an initiative of @artsbuildcommunity an organization committed to raising community pride founded by the Manchester NH Artist James Chase. This citywide project is just the start of a series of conversations about Art, Home, Place and community.
