Dogwood Arts Festival
April 24-26, 2026
Festival Hours
Friday & Saturday: 10AM-7PM
Sunday: 10AM-5PM
Applications
World's Fair Park,
Dowtown Knoxville
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Fine Art - Due 12/1/25
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Performing Artist - Due 2/16/26
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Maker Market - Due 2/16/26
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Emerging Makers Tent - Due 2/16/26
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Food Vendor - Due 2/16/26
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General Vendor - Due 2/16/26
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Non-Profit Org Fair - Due 4/10/26
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Volunteer - Coming Soon
Knoxville's Favorite Springtime Tradition
Spring in East Tennessee means blooming dogwoods and the return of one of Knoxville’s most beloved traditions: the Dogwood Arts Festival. Now in its 65th year, the festival will take place April 24-26TH at World’s Fair Park, filling the Performance Lawn, Amphitheatre, and surrounding greenways with fine art, live music, hands-on activities, and family fun!
Recognized as one of the Top 10 Best Art Festivals in the U.S. by USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice poll, this year’s event will showcase 100 juried artists, live performances across two stages, a local Maker Market, interactive workshops and demos, and much more!
Free to attend, no tickets necessary.
LOCATION
World's Fair Park
963 Worlds Fair Park Drive
Knoxville, TN 37916
The Dogwood Arts Festival takes place annually at World's Fair Park in Downtown Knoxville, TN. There will be 100+ fine art vendors, food trucks, and children's activities on the Performance Lawn. Saturday & Sunday will include live music, dance performances, and more on the Amphitheatre Stage plus local Makers and community organizations along the waterfront.
PARKING:
World's Fair Park Drive will remain open throughout the event for easy drop-offs and pick-ups right at the Festival Gate.
With 37 parking lots and garages – many with free weeknights and weekends – Downtown Knoxville has plenty of options close to World's Fair Park for you to park. Click the button below to plan your trip! World's Fair Park Drive will also remain open throughout the festival for drop-offs/pick-ups close to the entry gate. Visit Parkopedia.com or download the Parkopedia app. Enter "Knoxville" when prompted to enter a city or place.
WHERE
TO STAY?
Combining luxurious comfort with quiet sophistication, Crowne Plaza Downtown Knoxville offers a home away from home in the heart of Downtown Knoxville. Their prime location is just minutes from the Festival site (within walking distance) and steps away from bustling Market Square where you'll enjoy a variety of restaurants, bars, and retail stores. Tasteful decor, a peaceful atmosphere, and superior service combine to provide you with an exceptionally memorable stay in downtown.
SPONSORED BY
FESTIVAL TEAM
SHANNA BROWNING
Festival Co-Chair
BROOKE CARPER
Festival Co-Chair