The Green Bay Packaging Art Fair offers festival patrons a chance to view and purchase the works of nearly 100 fine artists and craftpersons from throughout the Midwest. Exhibited for sale is original works representing various media forms including basketry, ceramics, fiber art, glass, graphic art, jewelry, metalsmithing, painting, paper art, photography, sculpture and woodwork. (See Artists listing).

Providing a view of artists and their work during the creative process, art demonstrations include printmaking, ceramics, spinning and weaving, and caricature art. Patrons will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss the artist's work as well as purchase artwork.

The newARTS Art Raffle features artwork ranging in retail value from $25.00 to $500.00, which is donated by Arti Gras exhibitors. A fabulous collection is represented - everything from jewelry and photography to ceramics and sculpture. Each art piece is raffled separately with tickets sold at $1.00. This process allows people the chance to put as many tickets as they want towards a particular piece. Proceeds from the raffle support newARTS and its many programs including scholarships for college and high school students; its regranting program; professional growth opportunities for artists; educational outreach programs; and general support of newARTS.

There is continuous entertainment highlighting a blend of jazz, blues, and classical music as well as dance performances. (see Entertainment schedule for details).

Arti Gras offers a multitude of creative activities for children including a variety of arts and crafts projects, and face painting such as mask making, bead stringing, Valentine card making and more.

Information booths and special exhibits by community organizations are represented at Arti Gras. Visitors learn valuable information about the many cultural organizations in the Green Bay area.

An array of tasty treats is offered at the event including American, Italian and Mexican specialties as well as gourmet soups and salads and much more.