Broadway In Bloom
July 2 – September, 2021 – Large-scale laser-cut and painted floral art installations “planted” along Broadway Avenue to complement Main Street Lorain’s “Lorain Blooms” plantings. Designed by Ryan Craycraft, FireFish Community Arts Manager, and and fabricated by Ryan Corrigan at Lorain County Community College’s Fab Lab with guest artists including Ann Bort.
Fire It Up! At Main Street Lorain’s Broadway Block Party
Friday, July 2, 2021 – Fire, audio, and video performances presented by FireFish Arts Community Artist Board members at the “The Bank,” located at 383 Broadway.
Jevon Terance Raceway Fire Collection XVI
Sunday, July 18, 2021 – A fashion show experience created by Lorain’s International Fashion Designer Jevon Terance, also a member of the FireFish Artist Board. Showcasing his new Raceway Collection with a fiery twist, the fashion show will be located at “The Bank,” 383 Broadway at 7 pm.
Fire It Up! At Main Street Lorain’s Broadway Block Party
Friday, August 6, 2021 Fire, audio, and video performances presented by FireFish Arts Community Artist Board members at the “The Bank,” located at 383 Broadway.
FireFish 2021 Festival Preview Event: The Fire Song – A Documentary Film by John Baumgartner
Saturday, August 21, 2021 – A documentary film about the fire at First Lutheran Church, in Lorain. The film focuses on the history of the building, the historic organ, and the rebuilding of the church by Lorain/LA filmmaker John Baumgartner, a member of the FireFish Artist Board. The film will debut at the Lorain Palace Theater.
FireFish 2021: A Festival Reimagined
August 29 – September 18, 2021 – Taking place this year over four themed weekends, August 29th through September 18, featuring FireFish’s signature theme-based art, performances, and installations, including the construction of the FireFish by Daniel McNamara, and the Fire Fish Finale by Schuyler White/Ohio Burn Unit.
Festival Kick-Off Event: Twin Flames featuring Lorain natives Jaclyn Bradley and Melissa Driscol
Sunday, August 29, 2021 –Twin Flames is a special live cabaret performance by Lorain natives Jaclyn Bradley and Melissa Driscol that will lead the audience in a musical celebration of show tunes. Located at “The Bank,” 383 Broadway Ave.
FireFish Festival Art Walk at the Broadway Block Party
Friday, September 3, 2021 – Fire, audio, and video performances presented by FireFish Arts Community Artist Board members and invited artists, special installations at the “The Bank,” located at 383 Broadway, and family friendly activities.
FireFish Festival “Arts in the City” Walking Tour
Saturday, September 11, 2021 – Follow our guide – or hop on a guided tour with FireFish founder James Levin and FireFish Executive Director Joan Perch of new art sites and public art in downtown Lorain. Meet the artists and creative entrepreneurs changing the face of downtown Lorain and enjoy an interactive arts experience at the Jason Molina Song Alley, designed and designed by Kurt Hernon.
The James Levin FireFish Festival Finale
September 18, 2021 – The annual ritual processional and “Burning of the Fish,” takes place this year on the west bank of the Black River, north of the Bascule Bridge — followed by an after-party featuring the Sammy DeLeon Band. Additional arts performances and installations, art vendors, and family friendly activities available at the Bank Building.