Old Fourth Ward Spring Arts Festival (14th Annual) 2026

Held in the Old Fourth Ward, considered to be the most up-and-coming neighborhood in Metro Atlanta, this two-day celebration of community and tradition is presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces for people of all ages, races, customs, and interests. The Festival is a major celebration of the arts while honoring the rich history of the community, featuring fine arts and crafts, a children's play area, local food and beverage concessions, and live acoustic entertainment within Atlanta's most lovely park as part of the Beltline redevelopment celebration.

Approximately 100 artists will participate in this annual event. Festival hours are Saturday 10:00 am-5:00 pm and Sunday 11:00 am-5:00 pm. The application fee is $30, with 5 images required and a booth shot required. Emerging artists are accepted. 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.

Amenities include water provided for artists, booth sitters available upon request, designated festival hotline, Friday load-in, and 24-hour on-site security. Off-site artist parking will be available with on-street parking in the surrounding neighborhood. Artists are responsible for collecting and reporting 8% sales tax. All artwork must be original, handmade, and created by the exhibitor, with original art occupying at least 50% of the artist's space. Artists must provide white top tents of EZ UP quality or higher with proper weighting as no staking is allowed.