FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

Saturday October 26th 9-5

Sunday October 27th 10-4

The Festival of the Arts, produced by Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF), is one of the Southeast’s premier juried art festivals. A celebration of art, food and family fun, it is staged in the MKAF Cultural Arts Village in Destin. Stroll outdoor tents Saturday (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Sunday (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to browse original artwork by more than 100 premier artists from across the United States. Enjoy artist demos, live music, creative children’s activities, street performers, food truck fare, beer & wine garden and more. Join in the festivities and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award (Saturday). This event is free for attendees. 

In its 29th year, the Festival of the Arts offers continuous live music, artist demonstrations and art projects for children as well as local cuisine.

Saturday October 19th 10am - 5pm

Sunday October 20th 10am - 5pm

RiverArtsFest, now in its 18th year, presents a rich cultural festival of fine art, music and food for the Mid-South public's entertainment, education and enjoyment. It is the longest running fine arts festival in the region.  An urban street festival, RiverArtsFest is held in downtown Memphis on the banks of the Mississippi River

Friday September 20th 5pm - 9pm

Saturday September 21st 11am - 9pm

Sunday September 22nd 11am - 6pm

ARTS IN THE HEART OF AUGUSTA, an award winning festival, now preparing for its 42nd year, is a 2½ day celebration of arts and community in beautiful downtown Augusta, Georgia. In addition to a Fine Arts and Fine Crafts Market, the Festival boasts five stages stacked with live entertainment, a Global Village filled with authentic international foods from local cultural groups, a Family Area and a Young Artist Market.

Creative Pinellas Gallery is open 10am-5pm Wednesday through Sunday (closed Mon and Tuesday)

Come check out some of the finest watercolor paintings the state of Florida has to offer. Visit the beautiful Creative Pinellas Gallery kin Largo, Fl from August 8th to October 13th. My painting “Moonlit Night Heron” is in the show and this will be the final opportunity for public viewing of this piece!

Saturday April 27th 2024 9am-5pm

Sunday April 28th 2024 9am-5pm

Join us in beautiful Wickham Park in Melbourne for a beautifully juried art festival surrounding a lake in the park. Live music, great food, and some of the best juried fine art in the region will be featured at this lovely event. Hope to see you there!

Saturday April 20th 9am-6pm Sunday April 21st 10am-5pm

Everyone is invited to the Mainsail Art Festival at Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg, Florida.

The 48th Annual Mainsail Art Festival will be held in St. Petersburg’s waterfront Vinoy Park on April 22 and 23, 2023. Mainsail Art Festival is one of the premier cultural events on St. Petersburg’s outdoor calendar. Each year, more than 100,000 visitors attend the festival to enjoy and purchase quality art and to listen to live musical entertainment. The Mainsail committee of hard-working volunteers produces this annual fine arts festival

Friday April 12th 12pm-9pm

Saturday April 13th 10am-9pm

Sunday April 14th 10am-6pm

An Atlanta staple for over 80 years, there is something for everyone at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival. Virtually every kind of art imaginable is represented at the festival, with a nationally renowned, juried Fine Artist Market that includes sculpture, paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography and much more.

For info about parking, and much more visit https://dogwood.org

Saturday April 6th 10am-5pm

Sunday April 7th 10am-4pm

Established in 1964 and formerly known as the Cedar Key Sidewalk Arts Festival, the Old Florida Celebration of the Arts returned to a juried fine art fair format in 2006. Over the past 15 years, the festival’s reputation has grown and it is now recognized as one of the top Small-Town Art Fairs in the nation. Welcoming only 100 high-quality artists and about 15-18,000 visitors annually, the event radiates a relaxed and friendly atmosphere often missing in larger venues. The island community of Cedar Key is surrounded by the Lower Suwannee and Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge on Florida’s Gulf Coast. This free event benefits the Cedar Key Arts Center, the coordinating sponsor, in addition to local non-profit and Cedar Key School groups who serve delicious food, beverages and goodies during the festival.

Saturday March 23rd 10am-5pm

Sunday March 24th 10am-5pm

The brick-lined streets of historic Hyde Park will once again come alive with eye-popping art during the Hyde Park Village Art Fair.  The hugely popular event comes to the charming open-air, upscale shopping destination and attracts both residents and visitors. The event offers visitors a unique experience with brick courtyards, fountains and tree-lined streets. Creating an old world setting and making Hyde Park Village a perfect location for a fine art fair. 

Friday March 15th 10am-5pm

Saturday March 16th 10am-5pm

Sunday March 17th 10am-5pm

The Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival Foundation is proud to announce that the 71st annual Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival will take place March 17, 18, and 19, 2023, in beautiful downtown Fairhope.

The Festival was recently named one of the TOP 15 art shows in the nation by the prestigious Sunshine Artist Magazine in their annual ranking of the nation’s top festivals.

“We are honored that our Festival has received this recognition,” said 2023 Festival Chairman Stephen Roberts. “Our volunteers work year-round to bring this cherished community event to life each spring. We are proud to be a time-honored tradition for so many artists, locals, and guests that visit our utopia by the Bay for more than years.”

The Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival Foundation (501c3) hosts the annual Festival and its surrounding events to promote community appreciation of the arts and support art education. All proceeds are reinvested into the community through local scholarships, donations, and grants available to students and organizations in Fairhope

Saturday March 9th 9am-5pm

Sunday March 10th 10am-5pm

Sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Chamber of Commerce

The 48th Tarpon Springs Fine Arts Festival, which is located in beautiful Craig Park , offers more than 150 exhibiting artists, selected by a Jury of discriminating art professionals.

Visitors enjoy a full schedule of music, sample craft beers, and taste a variety of crowd-pleasing international foods.

NO PETS ALLOWED

Due to insurance reasons,
ONLY ADA COMPLIANT SERVICE ANIMALS are allowed. (Emotional Support Animals are NOT ADA compliant!) ADA Service Dogs should have appropriate vests.

NO COOLERS ALLOWED

We have many options for food & drink at the festival!  Check out our food court near the Recreation Center.  Please leave your coolers at home.

Saturday March 2nd 9am-6pm

Sunday March 3rd 10am-5pm

Free admission

For half a century, artists and art lovers from all parts of the country migrated annually to the Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts, where the country’s most accomplished artists and rising stars vie for nearly $100,000 in prize money and scholarships, including the $15,000 Raymond James Best of Show Award.

The March 2024 Festival will showcase artists and their work to include ceramic, digital, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, watercolor and wood. This event will also feature the works of local young artists and a weekend full of live entertainment.

Saturday February 24th 10am-6pm

Sunday February 25th 10am-5pm

Started as a small show in 1984, the event has grown into one of Miami-Dade County’s most anticipated
festivals. Dozens of friendly and dedicated Rotary volunteers staff the event, ensuring a pleasant experience
for exhibitors.

The festival attracts a diverse group of art lovers.  Public admission
is free and includes live jazz throughout the weekend and an international food court.

The proceeds of the festival benefit South Miami Rotary charitable efforts including college scholarships
for local school students as well as international and local community service projects.

Saturday February 17th 9:30am-6pm

Sunday February 18th 9:30am-6pm

Monday February 19th 9:30am-6pm

Consistently ranked as one of the top shows in Sunshine Artist Magazine's "Best 200 Fine Art Shows" in the country, the St. Stephen's Art Show & Makers Fest is committed to keeping a FREE entrance attracting an audience of over 75,000 patrons that include locals, tourists and businesses as well as international talent. Visitors will enjoy work from over 100 fine art and 50 crafts people, an international food court, Art 4 Kids interaction area, an authentic English tea room and local Makers of music on the main stage.

The St. Stephen's Art Show & MakersFest opens early 9:30 AM to 6 PM for art buyers to stroll and purchase in the morning hours and maintains beautiful oak tree shade throughout the walkways. The shows both take place on the grounds of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church and Day School located in the heart of Coconut Grove, adjacent to the Coconut Grove Arts Festival. FREE entrance of the Art Show & MakersFest, February 17 - 19th, 2024.

Saturday February 10th 10am-5pm

Sunday February 11th 10am-5pm

A hometown celebration arts and culture, the 2-day event provides the area with exceptional fine art and fine craft exhibitors, culinary arts, hands-on activities for the family, and a variety of live musical and theatrical performances. Since its inception in 1988, ArtsFest has grown to become one of the most cherished and well-attended community events on the Treasure Coast

Saturday February 3rd 9am-5pm

Sunday February 4th 9am-4pm

Join us on February 3 & 4, 2024 for the 49th annual Mount Dora Arts Festival held on the streets of historic downtown Mount Dora, Florida. Experience 300 fine artists lined along the streets to showcase a vast array of incredible talent in this juried event. There will be entertainment, beer, wine, cocktails, music and festival food to round out the amazing weekend. The event runs 9am-5pm on Saturday and 9am-4pm on Sunday and is FREE to attend.

Shuttles are available at 900 Lincoln Ave Mt Dora, Fl Or 301 W 13th Ave Mt Dora Fl

Friday January 26th 1pm-5pm

Saturday January 27th 9am-5pm

Sunday January 28th 10am-4pm

Put on by the Atlantic Center for the Arts, the Festival takes place on historic Canal Street and picturesque Riverside Drive adjacent to Riverside Park on the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway. New Smyrna Beach is located on Florida's Central East Coast. All artists’ booths are located on the street. A food court of food trucks,  entertainment tent showcasing outstanding musical acts, student art exhibit and children's art programs and face painting are featured in the park itself. Sponsors of the festival are located in the park and on the street.

Saturday January 20th 10am-5pm Sunday January 21st 10am-4pm

The Sebastian Riverfront Fine Art & Music Festival is a gathering of the country's best artists and musicians.
We encourage everyone to learn more about the artists and their work. The festival takes place along the waterfront of beautiful Riverview Park in Sebastian, Fl. The art is amazing and so is the music! Come and be a part of the festivities.

Saturday November 25th 9am-5pm

Sunday November 26th 9am-5pm

Located along Minuteman Blvd (at A1A), the Cocoa Beach Art Show attracts over 150 juried fine artists from all around the country. Enjoy great live music by the beach and amazing food while meeting some of the best artists around. Hope to see you there!

November 18th 10am-5pm

November 19th 10am-5pm

Join us for the largest free celebration of art and culture in north Florida! The 42nd Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show will transform the streets of historic downtown Gainesville into a celebration of art and creativity complete with 200+ artists, live music, performing arts, and delicious culinary art experiences.

November 18 and 19, 2023
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The festival is held on the streets around Bo Diddley Plaza located at 111 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL

Friday November 10th 5pm-9pm

Saturday November 11th 10am-9pm

Sunday November 12th 10am-9pm

The Maitland Rotary Art Festival has been entertaining Central Florida residents and visitors since 1976. Hosted annually by the Rotary Club of Maitland, Florida, the event has evolved into a community celebration of the arts. The many public and private partnerships make it possible for Maitland Rotarians to give back to our community.

https://www.maitlandartfest.org/plan-your-visit

November 3rd 9am-5pm

November 4th 9am-5pm

November 5th 10am-4pm

The Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival is one of the best-regarded, most popular arts festivals in the United States. The three-day, juried art show draws more than 200 of the nation's best painters, potters, sculptors, jewelers, graphic artists, craftsmen and other artists.

Sunshine Artist magazine ranks the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival as the 9th top art festival in the nation in 2022 based on artists evaluations.

Live musicians hit the right notes from the Main Stage with sounds ranging from bluegrass to Cajun and blues to jazz and classical.

Performing companies, dance schools, community groups, and area folk groups have their time to shine.

Heritage Arts demonstrate traditional arts, crafts and trades, including woodcarving, engraving, spinning, weaving and other skills in the Heritage Arts Area.

Children become artists at the Children's Arts Festival with numerous hands-on art activities. All children's art activities are free, fun, and geared toward children toddler age and older. The Student Art Showshowcases the talents of both private and public school students of Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. Over 2,000 pieces of art from elementary, middle and high school students will be on display.

From traditional treats at the Heritage Festival to local favorites and regional festival fare, there are delicious dining and drink choices for every taste at the Festival!

October 28th 9am-5pm

October 29th 10am-4pm

The Festival of the Arts, produced by Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF), is one of the Southeast’s premier juried art festivals. A celebration of art, food and family fun, it is staged in the MKAF Cultural Arts Village in Destin. Stroll outdoor tents Saturday (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Sunday (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to browse original artwork by more than 100 premier artists from across the United States. Enjoy artist demos, live music, creative children’s activities, street performers, food truck fare, beer & wine garden and more. Join in the festivities and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award (Saturday). This event is free for attendees. 

In its 28th year, the Festival of the Arts offers continuous live music, artist demonstrations and art projects for children as well as local cuisine.  The Festival is held in Destin, Florida an affluent and residential destination. 

Jurying is by three art industry professionals. Repeat attendance by the public insures potential multi-year sales. Presented on the grounds of the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village, hospitality is a high priority.  Staff and volunteers work year-round to create a pleasant environment for artists.  Awards are given based on the Judges’ scoring of each artist’s body of work as displayed in their booth.  As a one of the Foundation’s signature events, the Festival of the Arts helps us fulfill our mission to enhance and inspire every life through Arts and Culture.

RIVERARTSFEST IS THE REGION’S LARGEST FINE ARTS FESTIVAL HELD THE 4TH WEEKEND OF OCTOBER ANNUALLY.

DATES

Held each year on the 4th weekend in October, the 2023 festival will take place Saturday, October 21 & Sunday, October 22 from 10am-5pm

LOCATION

Riverside Drive from Jefferson Ave. to Beale Street in Downtown Memphis, Tennessee.

ENTRANCES

Entrances with ticket sales at every intersection: Jefferson Ave., Court Ave., Monroe Ave., Union Ave., and Beale St.

Find out more https://riverartsmemphis.org

Saturday October 14th 10am-5pm

Sunday October 15th 10am-5pm

For 47 years, the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, a non-profit arts council, has provided a unique art experience through our Arts in the Park festival series in the Downtown City Park of Blue Ridge, GA. Located at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the Arts in the Park festival series is a perfect way to spend the weekend enjoying fine art. Listed as one of the top five Art Towns in Georgia by the Georgia Council of the Arts and recognized in 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 as one of the top ten fine craft towns in America by American Craft Week, Blue Ridge is a top art destination and features a unique artistic experience for visitors and residents alike.  With over 150+ artists, exhibitors, and vendors, our visitors enjoy a wide variety of fine arts and crafts, demonstrations, food, and much more during the Arts in the Park festivals. 

  The Arts in the Park festival series supports the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, a 501(c)3 non-profit arts council providing opportunities in the realm of the arts for the individual and serve as a catalyst for economic development in our community.

The Winter Park Autumn Art Festival is the only juried fine art festival exclusively featuring Florida artists.

The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the festival on the second weekend in October each year. The community-oriented sidewalk show presents quality visual art and live entertainment the whole family can enjoy. The festival is held in beautiful Central Park located along historic Park Avenue in downtown Winter Park.

The festival is open from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. both days.

Admission is FREE!

My painting “Roots Frequency” has been accepted into the Florida Watercolor Society’s 52nd annual exhibition which will be held in Ocala, Fl at the Webber Gallery. This is a juried exhibition which features the work of 100+ watercolorists from all over the state.

Webber Gallery is open 10-4 Monday through Thursday.

Artists at every level, from those just learning the media to seasoned professionals, will find opportunities for growth, learning, and showing their work with the Florida Watercolor Society!

September 15 5pm-9pm

September 16 11am-9pm

September 17 11am-6pm

Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival will be held on September 15, 16th and 17th in the heart of downtown Augusta, Georgia. Last year the festival was bigger and better than ever with an additional city block added and over 100,000 attendees!  We expect the same attendance this year! We feature over 100 juried Arts in the Heart Artists,  five Stages of non-stop entertainment including cultural music, dance, popular music, jazz, poetry, storytelling, acoustic music, Soul, spoken word, and more.

International food booths on the Augusta Common provide festival patrons with authentic cuisine from around the world.

In 2023 ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival celebrates its 35th year! The event is planned for Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 14, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County and presented by Grand Boulevard Town Center, ArtsQuest provides an opportunity to view and purchase original art from over 100 artists from around the country.
 

ArtsQuest is a juried show that includes artists in the categories of Ceramics, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Metal, Mixed Media, Oils & Acrylics, Original Digital Art, Photography, Sculpture, Wood and Works on Paper (Watercolor, Printmaking, Pastels, Pencils, Ink). ArtsQuest awards $10,000 in cash prizes. ArtsQuest is a rain or shine outdoor event. The festival is open to the public, and a $5 admission donation is requested.