Scottsdale Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival - 15th Annual 2026

The 15th Annual Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival will take place January 30 - February 1, 2026. 125 juried fine artists will line the banks of Scottsdale Waterfront's pedestrian walkway and Southbridge, along with wineries, chocolate vendors and musicians. The Waterfront is an elegant backdrop for this event, adding romantic reflections across the waters. Located just south of Nordstrom's and the Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall at the South bridge Pedestrian Walk, the event attracts a very affluent clientele.

Thunderbird Artists Mission is to promote fine arts and fine crafts, paralleled with the ambiance of unique wines and festive music, through a dedicated, extensive advertising campaign. All work must be original, handcrafted, created and exhibited by the artist with at least 65% of displayed work being original art. No open-ended edition prints, kits, imports, mass produced items, clothing, hobby or bazaar type articles are permitted. All categories must be juried prior to acceptance.

Application deadline is August 13th with notification on August 27th. Marketing/space fees range from $500 for a 10' x 10' booth to $1085 for a 10' x 20' corner booth. The application is free and emerging artists are accepted. Artists must provide their own weighted, sturdy display and all tents must be solid white and flame retardant. Refunds are available until December 19, 2025 with a $35 cancellation fee.