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
NATIONAL DOG DAY
Cottonwood Art Festival's É-newsletter is a virtual gallery of artwork and the August 26 Café celebrated National Dog Day. The following artists were featured: Armik Malkian, Ken Newman, Michael Vistia, Michelle Mardis, Alexander Brown, Bob and Patti Stern, and...
FAN FAVORITE SHOWCASE – CERAMICS
Cottonwood Art Festival is showcasing Ceramic artists this week for you to vote on as your Fan Favorite. Voting opens on Monday at 10:00 a.m. and closes at the end of the week on Friday at 5:00 p.m. The artist selected as the Fan Favorite winner is announced at the...
FAN FAVORITE SHOWCASE – 3D MIXED MEDIA ARTISTS
This week Cottonwood Art Festival is sharing the 2020 3D Mixed Media Artists for you to vote on as your Fan Favorite. Voting is open on Monday, August 17 at 10:00 a.m. and closes on Friday, August 21 at 5:00 p.m. The Artist selected as the Fan Favorite winner each...
