Media Information

Media inquiries should be directed to Isaac McDaniel by email at isaac@zone6.online

Common Questions

How many carvers are participating? Where are they from?

We are accepting registrations for 2024. Closer to the event we’ll have details listing how many carvers are attenidng and where they come from.

Where is the event happening?

The event takes place in Ridgway, PA. All activities will take place at The Ridgway Mills. Check the schedule for the most up-to-date listing of activities.

Are carvers selling pieces during the event?

Yes! Carvers are selling directly to the public at their booth. These are finished pieces that are ready for display in your home. Payment methods vary from carver to carver, so be sure to ask. Most carvers are accepting credit or debit cards these days. Bring a vehicle suitable to take your selections home.

Will there be an auction at this year’s Rendezvous?

An auction will be held on Saturday afternoon following a quick carve event. Pieces created during that quick carve will be auctioned off. Credit cards will be accepted for payment at the auction.

Pieces that carvers work on throughout the week are not being auctioned off. Inquire with the carver directly for their plans for that piece.

Are there other activities happening during the event?

Aside from the daily live carving, there will be food and craft vendors, beer/wine/liquor vendors, and live musical entertainment.

What happens if it rains?

The event is rain or shine. Of course we’re hoping for shine!

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Don't Miss Out

This is an event you'll want to mark in your calendar and invite all your friends to attend.

Elk County Courthouse

Food, Arts & Crafts

Feed your appetite and support local crafters

Who's Attending

Vendors

Guitarist Painting by Rick Boni

Musical Entertainment

Line-up of talented musical performers on Friday and Saturday

Schedule

Entertainment

Thanks to our sponsors

Appalachian Arts Studio

Appalachian Arts Studio

The Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous is an Appalachian Arts Studio event and is supported in part by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Appalachian Arts Studio develops programs that advocate the importance of the arts in education and in the community for everyone from students to seniors.

The Rendezvous