See you May 2-3, 2026 at Cottonwood Park!
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Julia Gilmore selected as Spring Cottonwood Featured Artist
Gilmore’s work is instantly recognizable for its exuberant color, gestural texture, and evocative subject matter. Using a palette knife and richly layered oil paint, she transforms familiar, often nostalgic objects into bold, iconic imagery that invites viewers to connect with memory, emotion, and the beauty found in everyday life.
Locate your Favorite Artist
View the full gallery of artists exhibiting at the Spring show!
Local Musicians Take the Stage
Sing, dance, and enjoy a weekend of live music at Cottonwood on the Lakeside Courtyard Main Stage and Acoustic Stage. View the line up and schedule below.
Introducing the 2026 Emerging Artist
The Emerging Artist Program recognizes the talent of ten local high school artists by offering them the opportunity to exhibit at Cottonwood and more!
Ride in and roll up with ease
The Cottonwood Arts Festival is excited to be partnering with our friends at Richardson Bicycle Coalition and BikeDFW to offer complimentary Bike Valet and Parking to make your visit smoother and more sustainable. Guests can check their bikes with on‑site attendants in a secure, designated area and enjoy the festival knowing their ride is safely looked after. It’s a convenient, eco‑friendly way to experience the art, music, and food in Cottonwood Park without the hassle of parking.
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.
Artist Application for Fall 2026 are now available!
Calling all artists! Cottonwood Art Festival is now accepting applications for the Fall 2026 show. The deadline to apply is May 11.
Blog & News
ARTIST CALL FOR SPRING 2022
Cottonwood Art Festival is currently accepting applications for the Spring 2022 show scheduled for May 7-8 in Cottonwood Park located in Richardson, Texas. The online form is available through ZAPP and deadline to submit is January 7, 2022 at midnight and the...
COTTONWOOD ART FESTIVAL PAUSED THROUGH 2021
Cottonwood Art Festival remains on pause through 2021 but looks forward to a return in the future. In the meantime, follow us on social media and our website as we strive to support our artists and their work. Subscribers of our newsletter also receive curated...
FIVE ART STORES FEATURING COTTONWOOD ARTISTS
The galaxy awaits for those who are looking for online art stores to shop. Here are five artists who have shown at Cottowood Art Festival and offer pieces through Etsy and website galleries. It’s easy and simple to browse and buy from their collections. Many also accept custom orders or commissions.
