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DOGWOOD ARTS FESTIVAL
APRIL 26-28, 2024 | WORLD'S FAIR PARK

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

FESTIVAL HOURS:

  • Friday & Saturday: 10AM - 7PM 

  • Sunday: 10AM - 5PM

2024 ARTIST & VENDOR APPLICATIONS

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FINE ART VENDOR

(FRIDAY - SUNDAY)

Professional artists working in 2D, 3D, Fiber, Mixed Media, etc. (100 artists will be juried into the event)

APPLICATION DEADLINE

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

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PERFORMING ARTIST: ESPAÑOL

(FRIDAY-SUNDAY)

Musicians, dance groups, theatre, opera, ballet, school and community performing groups, etc.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

(ALL EVENTS)

Volunteer opportunities include working the front gate, booth sitting, decor, set-up/break-down, etc.

ONGOING

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EMERGING MAKER TENT

(SUNDAY ONLY)

Emerging Makers who are beginning their career as an artist/maker and have never exhibited at the festival before

APPLICATION DEADLINE

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

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MOBILE FOOD VENDORS: ALL 2024 EVENTS 

Food vendors that require heating/cooking on-site (for consumption at the festival). Mobile Food Permit required.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

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MAKER MARKET

(SATURDAY & SUNDAY)

Vendors including natural products, paper goods/stickers, pet products/treats, clothing, pre-packaged food/drink, candles, etc.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

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MOBILE FOOD VENDORS: 2024 EVENTS (ESPAÑOL)

Food vendors that require heating/cooking on-site (for consumption at the festival). Mobile Food Permit required.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

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PERFORMING ARTIST 

(FRIDAY-SUNDAY)

Musicians, dance groups, theatre, opera, ballet, school and community performing groups, etc.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

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GENERAL VENDORS: 2024 SEASON

(ALL EVENTS)

General vendors include face painting, balloon animals, caricature artists, flower/plant sales, etc.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

MARCH 4, 2024

  • Voted #1 Festival in Knoxville according to CityView Magazine's 2022 Best of the Best Readers Poll
  • Named the #2 Best Dogwood Festival in the U.S. according to Travel Awaits (2023)
  • Awarded Best Festival according to Tennessee Magazine's Best of Tennessee Reader's Choice Awards (2022)
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LOCATION

World's Fair Park

963 Worlds Fair Park Drive

Knoxville, TN 37916

The 2023 Dogwood Arts Festival will take place at World's Fair Park in Downtown Knoxville, TN. There will be fine art vendors, food trucks, and children's activities on the Performance Lawn. New this year: on Saturday & Sunday, there will be live music, dance performances, and more in 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. There is also a FREE trolley from Downtown Garages with a stop on Clinch Avenue right around the corner from the Festival Gate - make sure you hop on the ORANGE LINE. For more info about the trolley CLICK HERE.

 

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.

DAF PARKING

WHERE

TO STAY?

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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 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

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FESTIVAL TEAM

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SHANNA BROWNING

Festival Co-Chair

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BROOKE CARPER

Festival Co-Chair

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