The event will be held on Sunday, May 3, at the gallery and its surrounding grounds including Sculpture Park, mosaic pathway and Awaba House Restaurant Cafe.

Hunter Arts Network president Michelle Schmitzer said the free event was in its fourth year and was an exceptional cultural and tourist destination.

"Art Bazaar has developed into a major art event for the region which now attracts many visitors from out of the area and is the Hunter's premier artisan and design marketplace," Ms Schmitzer

"[Stallholders] have been carefully hand-picked to ensure that shoppers have an array of local, handmade, unique, original and quality products, making Art Bazaar an affordable opportunity for both the public and the creative people of Newcastle and the Hunter.

"With Art Bazaar now being held on the weekend before Mother's Day, visit the stalls to search for unique Mother's Day gifts while having an enjoyable day out."

Ms Schmitzer said people would have the opportunity to meet the artist and the event provided "beyond the boundaries" access of the gallery.

The 10am-3pm event includes demonstrations, food and drinks, entertainment and kids' activities.