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Alley Art Festival Ends After 16 Years | Chicago News
After 16 years, the beloved Alley Art Festival in Aurora is calling it quits — but not without leaving a vibrant legacy. Starting with just a handful of artists in 2010, it blossomed into a downtown staple featuring over 100 creators, live music, food, and family fun. Organizer Marissa Amoni, turning 50 this year, says it’s time to pass the torch, citing the immense time and effort required. Artists who’ve grown their careers through the festival mourn its end, crediting it as a launchpad for their creative journeys. While city leaders acknowledge its success and thank Amoni for building a…
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