We really enjoyed the F&W Festival. We grazed through the booths on 9/29, opening day. It was crowded, but not crazy. Approx 5-10 minute wait at each booth. We enjoyed some of the free demos/seminars, such as Paper Marbling Art (not sure exactly what it was called) in Morrocco. We also attended the Party for the Senses on 9/30 and loved it...wonderful selection of food and tons of wine to choose from for sampling.