April 26 & 27, 2025
Tallahassee, Florida
Downtown city parks known as the Chain of Parks
Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm
160 Artists
Deadline: October 31, 2024
Application fee $35/Booth fee $360
The annual Chain of Parks Art Festival is a multi-day Fine Art event which includes this two-day outdoor artist exhibit. The festival has been ranked in the Top 100 Fine Art festivals by Sunshine Artist Magazine for 10 straight years.
Held in a group of city parks known as the ‘Chain of Parks’ in downtown Tallahassee, the Chain of Parks Art Festival has been recognized as a Legacy Event by "Visit Tallahassee" due to the
35,000+ visitors and patrons it attracts. The booths are set under expansive moss-covered live oak trees, creating shade and a beautiful southern setting.
Awarding over $10,000 in cash prizes with approximately 160 juried artists accepted to participate.
Artist comments on surveys included liking the social aspect, the friendly safe environment, community support, relaxed atmosphere, excellent staff, and being well taken care of. Many commented on how nicely organized everything is and appreciated the volunteer and staff support. Several comments on diversity of mediums and newness was good this year.
Artists also enjoyed:
- Friday evening Artist Welcome Reception
- breakfast/lunch provided
- nearby bathrooms
- easy parking
- the park location and environment, as well as the booth spots
- the large attendee turnout
Visitor comments from onsite surveys: “Truly enjoyed the entire festival. This was extremely organized, with such an array of arts, and a friendly environment set up for ease of viewing and traversing the area. Local businesses seemed to truly support this event.” “I am impressed by the vendor selection; the event was even better than I expected."
All proceeds from this juried Fine Art festival benefit LeMoyne Arts, a non-profit community-based art center.
For more information: http://ChainofParks.com
Contact: Sheri Sanderson Sheri@LeMoyne.org
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