2024 Dogwood Arts Festival

Established in 1961, the Dogwood Arts Festival is one of the most celebrated cultural events in Knoxville! The festival is held at World’s Fair Park in Knoxville, TN and features over 100 fine art vendors, live music, entertainment, children's activities, food & beverage vendors, and more.

100 Artists will be selected by an internal jury to participate this year! The Dogwood Arts staff, Festival Committee, and community volunteers are committed to ensuring the quality and diversity of artwork showcased at the festival while providing participating artists an ideal setting to engage with potential patrons. Established and emerging artists working in all mediums are invited to apply.

The festival is produced by Dogwood Arts, a (501c3) organization that promotes and celebrates the art, culture, and natural beauty of East Tennessee. We have a 67-year history of arts advocacy, environmental stewardship, and economic impact in East Tennessee. The Festival is one of 20+ year-round programs and events that help make Knoxville a great place to live, work, and play!

Application Timeline:
Application Open: April 28, 2023
Application Deadline: November 20, 2023 [Application Fee: $35]
Notification of Acceptance via Email: December 15, 2023
Contracts & Booth Fees Due: January 31, 2024 [Standard Booth Fee: $375 & Corner Booth Fee: $435]
Move-In Date: Thursday, April 25, 2024 [8am-7pm]
Event Date: April 26-28, 2024

ARTWORK CATEGORIES

2D (Painting, Drawing, Photography, Printmaking, Mixed Media, Digital Media)
3D (Glass, Clay, Wood, Metal, Sculpture, Jewelry, Fiber, Leather, Mixed Media)
Other (Natural Product, Etc.)
AWARDS

Artists are eligible for several cash awards during the Dogwood Arts Festival including Best of Show, People's Choice, and Artist Awards. Booths will be evaluated Friday and awards will be announced on Saturday as soon as the judging is complete. Our 2024 awards will total $2,000.