COTTONWOOD ART FESTIVAL PAUSED THROUGH 2021

The art of Cottonwood Art Festival made its way from the festival grounds into the classroom this week as participating artist Eric Mort visited a Richardson ISD classroom of sixth-grade students to share the creativity, craftsmanship and science behind his work....

Cottonwood Art Festival has revealed its official Fall 2026 commemorative poster featuring Circle of Life, an original work created for the festival by Featured Artist Tony Paraná. Rich with color, texture and symbolism, Circle of Life centers on a woman surrounded by...

Whether you’re an experienced collector or simply appreciate exceptional craftsmanship, the Metal category offers an inspiring look at the creativity, skill, and imagination that continue to make Cottonwood Art Festival one of the premier fine art festivals in the country.

Cottonwood Art Festival is proud to announce Houston artist Tony Paraná as the Featured Artist for the Fall 2026 festival, celebrating a career defined by vibrant storytelling, cultural heritage, and a lifelong commitment to community through the arts.

Some posters hang on walls. This one kicks the door open. Boots. Heels. Big Texas energy. Introducing the 2026 Cottonwood Art Festival official souvenir poster by featured artist Julia Gilmore. From first sketch to final statement piece, the 2026 Cottonwood Art...

The Cottonwood Art Festival has selected acclaimed visual artist Julia Gilmore as the Featured Artist for the Spring Cottonwood Art Festival, taking place May 2-3, 2026, at Cottonwood Park in Richardson, Texas.

Each year, the Cottonwood Art Festival is shaped by the expertise, discernment, and vision of a distinguished jury panel tasked with selecting the artists who will define the show. For the Spring 2026 festival, five accomplished jurors, Gregory Arth, Cecilia Labora,...

Explore the creativity and talent of local artists who bring sidewalks to life with their stunning chalk art creations on a concrete canvas.The Best of Show Adult Chalk the Walk Sidewalk Chalk Art contestant winner is Jessica Thomason. This category was awarded a $500...

David del Solar will be sharing light through art as the Fall featured artist for Cottonwood Art Festival in Richardson. Established in 1969, the Cottonwood Art Festival is a semiannual, juried art show and is one of the most prestigious fine art festivals in the region and nation. The festival features work from more than 200 artists from across the U.S., selected by a panel of jurors.

Congratulations to the RISD Art Students selected as the Top 10 Emerging Artists! The Emerging Artist Program recognizes the talent of young local artists and offers them opportunities to participate in Cottonwood Art Festival and to grow professionally.

The art of Cottonwood Art Festival made its way from the festival grounds into the classroom this week as participating artist Eric Mort visited a Richardson ISD classroom of sixth-grade students to share the creativity, craftsmanship and science behind his work....

Heavy rainfall has delayed festival setup and artist load-in; Sunday expected to operate on normal schedule. The City of Richardson is delaying Saturday’s opening of the Fall 2026 Cottonwood Art Festival until 12 p.m. due to weather-related impacts at Cottonwood Park....

Cottonwood Art Festival has been named Best Art Festival in the Dallas Observer’s 2026 Best of Dallas® Readers’ Choice Awards. The annual Best of Dallas® Readers’ Choice Poll invites the community to vote for favorite destinations, experiences and organizations...

Cottonwood Art Festival has revealed its official Fall 2026 commemorative poster featuring Circle of Life, an original work created for the festival by Featured Artist Tony Paraná. Rich with color, texture and symbolism, Circle of Life centers on a woman surrounded by...

Whether you’re an experienced collector or simply appreciate exceptional craftsmanship, the Metal category offers an inspiring look at the creativity, skill, and imagination that continue to make Cottonwood Art Festival one of the premier fine art festivals in the country.

We are honored to announce that Cottonwood Art Festival has been voted Best Festival in the 2026 Best of Richardson Awards presented by Richardson Life Magazine.

Cottonwood Art Festival is proud to announce Houston artist Tony Paraná as the Featured Artist for the Fall 2026 festival, celebrating a career defined by vibrant storytelling, cultural heritage, and a lifelong commitment to community through the arts.

Some posters hang on walls. This one kicks the door open. Boots. Heels. Big Texas energy. Introducing the 2026 Cottonwood Art Festival official souvenir poster by featured artist Julia Gilmore. From first sketch to final statement piece, the 2026 Cottonwood Art...

The Cottonwood Art Festival has selected acclaimed visual artist Julia Gilmore as the Featured Artist for the Spring Cottonwood Art Festival, taking place May 2-3, 2026, at Cottonwood Park in Richardson, Texas.

Each year, the Cottonwood Art Festival is shaped by the expertise, discernment, and vision of a distinguished jury panel tasked with selecting the artists who will define the show. For the Spring 2026 festival, five accomplished jurors, Gregory Arth, Cecilia Labora,...