See you May 2-3, 2026 at Cottonwood Park!
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CHILDREN’S ARTSTOP
2026 Emerging Artist Application Now Open
Emerging Artist Program recognizes the talent of ten High School artists, offering each an opportunity to participate in a mentorship program, professional-led workshops, and exhibit at the Spring Cottonwood Art Festival! The deadline to apply is January 19.
Volunteer with Us
Join the Cottonwood family as a volunteer! Cottonwood’s interactive children’s area, ArtStop, needs your help staffing activities, organizing materials and helping our pint-size Picasso’s create their masterpieces. Be prepared to laugh and have fun, as ArtStop is a memorable experience for kids of all ages.
Connect with Cottonwood
View photo galleries from past Cottonwood shows, explore the Art, learn more about the Artist creative process and stay up to date with the latest news by following Cottonwood on Facebook.
BLOG & NEWS
CHALK THE WALK SIDEWALK ART CONTEST WINNERS
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...
CELEBRATE ART, MUSIC, AND COMMUNITY AT THE 56TH COTTONWOOD ART FESTIVAL
The 56th Cottonwood Art Festival returns October 4-5, offering a weekend filled with internationally recognized fine art, live music, wine, food, and family -friendly activities at Richardson’s Cottonwood Park.
DAVID DEL SOLAR SHARES LIGHT THROUGH ART AS THE FALL FEATURED ARTIST
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.
