See you May 1-2, 2027 at Cottonwood Park!
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Spring 2027 Applications Now Open!
Calling all artists! Cottonwood Art Festival is now accepting applications for the May 1-2, 2027 Spring show. The deadline to apply is December 8, 2026.
Tony Paraná selected as Fall Cottonwood Featured Artist
Becoming an artist wasn’t part of a carefully planned career path. In fact, before moving to the United States in 2002, he never imagined painting would become his life’s work.
Locate your Favorite Artist
View the full gallery of artists exhibiting at the Fall 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.
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.
Ride in and roll up with ease
The Cottonwood Art Festival is proud to partner with our friends at the Richardson Bicycle Coalition and BikeDFW to offer complimentary bike valet and parking—an easy, convenient, and sustainable way to enjoy the festival. 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.
Blog & News
Cottonwood Art Festival Reveals Fall 2026 Commemorative Poster Featuring Tony Paraná’s Circle of Life
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...
FORGED BY FIRE: MEET THE FALL 2026 METAL ARTISTS
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 NAMED BEST FESTIVAL IN RICHARDSON FOR 2026
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.
