Kathy Krick, director of the State Street Area Art Fair said that with the help of the city of Ann Arbor many children's activities will also be available. Along with the art fairs' festivities come major adjustments in how the city is run. Not only are most hotels completely booked, but parking is also scarce and costly. Also, many roads are blocked off, making it difficult for cars to maneuver around the city. Dianna Haffner, information specialist at the Ann Arbor Convention and Visitors Bureau, said the bureau provides general visitor information, including hotel availability and parking options.
People start calling from as early as the end of winter, early spring.
The Ann Arbor Transportation Authority will be running a trolley with various stops throughout downtown Ann Arbor, and a shuttle service will also be provided. Haffner advised art fair-goers to park at either Briarwood Mall or Ann Arbor Pioneer High School and use the shuttle service to reach their destination. This is the first year he has participated in the art fairs.