For its third annual showcase, Random Acts of Silliness has announced the return of its mythical display to Glen Lake Rotary Park. Bumblewood Thicket Fairy Village will be visible to human eyes through September 18th.
This free, self-guided outdoor art installation is comprised of tiny, magical fairy homes and businesses all built from natural materials by local Montana artists. The village is offered in partnership with the Bozeman Parks & Recreation Department and Gallatin Valley Land Trust with support from Bozeman Health Foundation.
“We’re overwhelmed and grateful to see the community response to the fairy village grow each year,” said Danielle Thomsen, Executive Enchantment Director of Random Acts. “It really is the definition of a ‘feel good’ event – the world feels like a more connected, happy, magical place when you’re in Bumblewood Thicket!”
Random Acts of Silliness partnered with GVLT in 2020 to bring the first Fairy Village to Bozeman. It became an instant hit among the young and young-at-heart, with visitors dressing as magical creatures and clamoring to catch a glimpse of the tiny homes. In 2021, the Fairy Village was voted “Best Public Art Installation in Bozeman.”
“The Fairy Village is an awesome opportunity to combine local art with local trails,” said Chet Work, GVLT Executive Director. “This art installation invites trail users of all different interests and backgrounds to come together and enjoy the magic. We’re thrilled to be a part of something so uplifting and inspiring.”
This year’s village features a “Build Your Own Bumblewood” area where inspired visitors can use natural materials to create their own fairy structures. New this year is a weekly fairy-themed story hour by local actors.
The village is a 10-minute trail walk from the main parking lot of Glen Lake Rotary Park. Download a map and directions at www.randomactsofsilliness.com. Bumblewood Thicket is a tobacco free event. For accessibility information or school group information, please visit the Random Acts website. •
