***Artist/crafter applications for non-returning vendors will open Jan. 15, 2025. Steppin' Out features over 200 artists and crafts people from around the United States selling unique handcrafted items – jewelry, pottery, textiles, metal work, basketry, stained & fused glass, fine art, furniture, toys, artisan foods and so much more! Attendees can visit with our sponsors and also local non-profits at their booths, learning more about these Steppin' Out partners. Downtown Blacksburg merchants also hold their much-awaited final clearance sidewalk sales during Steppin' Out. The festival foods you love are provided by downtown restaurants.