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
FOGHOUSE, AMIGOS, FRENCH GYPSIES, HIPPIES, FREE LOADERS & MORE TO TAKE THE STAGE OCT 7-8
The entertainers taking the stage at the semi-annual Cottonwood Art Festival offer a variety of genres, including rock, country, jazz, blues, swing and folk music. Performances are booked for the Lakeside Courtyard Main Stage and Food Court Stage...
RICKY LOWE IS SHOCKING & NEW TO COTTONWOOD ART FESTIVAL
The number is 25 and it represents the total art shows that Ricky Lowe has booked for 2017. This week the artist is traveling from Virginia Beach, where he received a 3rd place award out of 250 artists. On Friday, October 6th Ricky will arrive in the City of...
LAKESIDE COURTYARD BEER GARDEN
Cottonwood Art Festival Craft Beer Garden COURTYARD BEER GARDEN Cottonwood Art Festival touts the signature vibe "there's an art to having fun," and for the 21 and up that includes a fine craft beer selection! The Lakeside Courtyard features an epic lineup of craft...
