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
EMERGING ARTISTS IN RICHARDSON ISD TO EXHIBIT ARTWORK
Congratulations to the RISD Art Students selected as the Top 10 Emerging Artists! The Emerging Artist Program recognizes the talent of young local artists and offers them opportunities to participate in Cottonwood Art Festival and to grow professionally.
ELISSA BROWN ANNOUNCED AS FEATURED ARTIST FOR COTTONWOOD ART FESTIVAL
Cottonwood Art Festival has selected Elissa Brown as the Spring featured artist for May 3-4 at Cottonwood Park in Richardson. Brown was born and raised in Texas and has since taught many grades ranging from kindergarten to college over the years. With a nurturing love...
CHALK THE WALK SIDEWALK ART CONTEST WINNERS AND DESIGNS
Congratulations to the award-winning competitors that transformed concrete squares into colorful masterpieces of artistic expression.Mixed media artist IG: @t0destoolChalk artist and digital illustrator IG: @raven.makes.art.sometimesIG: @sagerockow @peytonsmith456The...
