Going for just the day is fine, but renting a private home and staying for the week is fantastic! The classes on Mon-Wed are much smaller. My extra tips for Saturday: don't try to park on the first street off the main street, but go a bit further out from the Stitching Post and from main street. You might even find a tree. Bring your snacks and lunch and don't try to eat at any of the venues--the park can be especially difficult. Use your "catalog" to decide where you "Have to go" and plan your parking and walking accordingly. I use a wheeled walker that has a seat, so I can sit down whenever I want to. Hard to maneuver in the teachers' tent and some stores, but great for stretching out your energy.