Chastain Park Spring Arts & Crafts Festival (18th Annual) 2026

The Chastain Spring Arts and Craft Festival is held in the North Buckhead neighborhood, considered one of the wealthiest zip codes in north Georgia and home to one of the largest and most enthusiastic art buying communities in metro Atlanta. This two-day outdoor event emphasizes visual arts and family fun, located in the largest public park in Fulton County. Approximately 175 artists will participate in this annual event, with festival hours Saturday 10:00 am-5:00 pm and Sunday 11:00 am-5:00 pm.

The festival is organized by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, LLC, which maintains the highest standards of supporting the arts and participating artists. Application fee is $30, with 5 images required and a booth shot required. Emerging artists are accepted. The application deadline is March 10, 2026, with jury dates March 10-12, 2026, and notification of acceptance on March 12, 2026.

Categories include 2-D Mixed Media, 3-D Mixed Media, Ceramics, Digital Art, Drawing & Printmaking, Fiber, Glass, Handicraft, Jewelry, Metal, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, and Wood & Furniture. All artwork must be original and handmade by the exhibitor, with original art occupying at least 50% of the artist's space. Artists are responsible for collecting 8% sales tax and must be present for the duration of the festival. The event takes place rain or shine with no refunds for inclement weather.