🍂 The Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces presents an OUTSTANDING 2027 Season!

Join us for the inaugural Savannah Riverside Market, a three-day outdoor art and fine craft market set along Savannah's world-famous riverfront during the busy Labor Day weekend.

Nestled beside the scenic Savannah River, this event will bring together a carefully curated collection of artists, makers, and specialty vendors in one of the Southeast's most visited destinations. Surrounded by historic architecture, waterfront views, restaurants, hotels, and shops, exhibitors will have the opportunity to engage with both Savannah residents and the thousands of visitors who flock to the city each holiday weekend.

The Savannah Riverfront is one of the city's premier attractions, drawing travelers from across the country who come to experience Savannah's unique blend of history, culture, hospitality, and Southern charm. The Savannah Riverside Market is designed to create an enjoyable shopping experience while providing artists with strong exposure in a highly walkable, destination-oriented setting.

Be among the first exhibitors to help establish what promises to become a new Labor Day weekend tradition on Savannah's historic waterfront. We look forward to welcoming you to the inaugural Savannah Riverside Market.

Sandy Springs Artsapalooza is a popular two-day outdoor arts festival held annually in Sandy Springs, just north of Atlanta. Produced by (AFFPS), the event is part of AFFPS’s long-running mission to bring high-quality visual art into accessible public spaces while supporting working artists.

The festival features approximately 100 juried artists and craftspeople from across the Southeast, showcasing original, handmade work in a wide range of media including painting, photography, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, fiber, glass, metal, and mixed media. All artwork is created and presented by the artists themselves, giving attendees a direct connection to the makers.

Artsapalooza is free to attend and designed as a community-friendly event. In addition to artist booths, visitors can enjoy live music, food vendors and food trucks, children’s art activities, and interactive experiences that make the festival welcoming for families and casual art buyers as well as serious collectors. One of the festival’s signature traditions is its massive Easter celebration, where AFFPS distributes more than 10,000 Easter eggs, making it one of the most enthusiastically attended and family-loved arts events in the region.

Sandy Springs Artsapalooza has become a signature cultural event for the city, blending fine art, community engagement, and neighborhood vitality—hallmarks of AFFPS-produced festivals across Atlanta.

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The Sandy Springs Artzapalooza Arts and Craft Festival continues to grow as a destination event—combining strong patron engagement, a family-friendly atmosphere, and exceptional artistic talent in one of metro Atlanta’s most sought-after communities.

Festival on Ponce is ideal for artists seeking strong early-season sales, meaningful collector interactions, and a polished Atlanta market. Space is limited and early applications are encouraged.

Spring Festival on Ponce, established in 2010, is a premier spring outdoor arts festival held along Atlanta’s historic Olmsted Linear Park and is widely regarded as the unofficial kickoff to the Atlanta festival season. Taking place each spring on Ponce de Leon Avenue, the festival attracts motivated art buyers and collectors eager to begin the season.

This carefully curated event features fine art and high-quality craftsmanship across a wide range of media. The linear park setting provides continuous foot traffic, extended patron engagement, and an elegant backdrop that enhances the presentation of artwork. Festival on Ponce consistently draws a discerning audience from some of Atlanta’s most established and affluent neighborhoods.

Artists benefit from professional event management, strong regional marketing, and a reputation built over more than a decade of successful shows. With limited booth space and a competitive jury process, Festival on Ponce offers artists an exceptional opportunity to launch their festival season in one of Atlanta’s most respected spring arts events.

Approximately 125 artists will participate in this annual event.

Festival Hours

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The Soring Festival on Ponce continues to grow as a destination event—combining strong patron engagement, a family-friendly atmosphere, and exceptional artistic talent in one of metro Atlanta’s most sought-after communities.

The Roswell Spring Arts & Crafts Festival is a juried, arts and crafts festival produced by AFFPS, a nationally recognized producer of artist-driven festivals throughout the Southeast. This free, outdoor event is held on the Roswell City Hall Grounds in the heart of historic Roswell, Georgia. This event has quickly become the hallmark event in the City of Roswell each spring.

The festival features approximately 100–120 accomplished artists and fine crafters showcasing original, handmade work across a wide range of media, including painting, photography, sculpture, glass, metal, wood, jewelry, and mixed media. AFFPS events are known for being “built for artists, by artists,” emphasizing strong artist sales.

The Roswell Spring Arts & Crafts Festival attracts a diverse and engaged audience of art collectors, local residents, and visitors from across Metro Atlanta. The setting provides excellent visibility, easy walkability, and a welcoming atmosphere that supports meaningful artist-buyer interaction.

They’re designed to foster local community engagement with the arts, support artists economically, and offer a festival destination that’s both cultural and social

Festival Hours

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

In addition to high-quality visual art, the festival atomosphere, creates an enjoyable and energetic experience for both patrons and artists. The event is professionally marketed through digital media, social outreach, and regional promotion.

Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival is a juried, two-day outdoor fine arts festival held each spring in beautiful Chastain Park, one of Atlanta’s most established and scenic public parks. Located in the heart of Buckhead, the festival attracts a strong, art-savvy audience from surrounding neighborhoods and the greater metro Atlanta area.

The event features approximately 125 juried artists showcasing original fine art and fine craft, including painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, ceramics, glass, jewelry, metal, leather, wood, and fiber. The festival is designed to highlight high-quality, original work and provides artists with excellent visibility and strong patron engagement.

Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival is free and open to the public, drawing a diverse mix of serious collectors, local residents, families, and returning patrons. The park setting offers wide walking paths, mature trees, and a relaxed, upscale atmosphere that encourages browsing and purchasing.

Additional elements include live acoustic entertainment, food vendors, and a family-friendly environment. The festival is professionally produced by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, known for well-organized events, clear communication, and strong artist support.

Festival Hours

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

This event consistently delivers a high-quality experience for both artists and attendees and is a cornerstone of Atlanta’s spring arts calendar.

Returning to the newly completed Historic Fourth Ward Park, the Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival brings another vibrant infusion of ART to one of Atlanta’s most celebrated public spaces. This two-day festival is presented by Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces (AFFPS) and welcomes people of all ages, customs, and interests for a lively celebration of community, creativity, and tradition.

The festival honors the rich history of the Old Fourth Ward while highlighting its role as a cornerstone of Atlanta’s urban renaissance. Set along the Atlanta BeltLine, the park sits adjacent to the former “City Hall East,” now redeveloped as Ponce City Market—a nationally recognized example of thoughtful urban redevelopment and innovation that continues to benefit surrounding neighborhoods.

There is truly something for everyone at this festival, including fine arts and crafts, a children’s play area, local food and beverage concessions, and DJ entertainment on the lawn. The event will feature up to 100 artists, including painters, photographers, sculptors, glass blowers, jewelers, and leather and metal craftspeople. Additional highlights include artist demonstrations, live acoustic music, and festival foods and beverages with healthy alternatives.

AFFPS produces more than a dozen respected arts festivals across the Southeast and is guided by a board of experts representing a wide range of artistic disciplines. The organization is committed to upholding the highest standards in supporting and presenting the arts, while providing artists an environment that nurtures appreciation for their skills and craftsmanship.

Festival Hours

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival continues to be a signature Atlanta event—celebrating art, history, and community in one of the city’s most dynamic and beautiful settings.

Held in which is considered to be the most up-and-coming neighborhood in Metro Atlanta, the Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival is a two-day celebration of community and tradition 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 our community. At this festival, there is something for everyone: fine arts and crafts, a children's play area, local food and beverage concessions, and live acoustic entertainment. All this is within the environment of Atlanta's most lovely park and is part of the celebration of the Beltline redevelopment. Formerly, this area flanked "City Hall East," which is now under redevelopment as Ponce City Market by Jamestown Properties. This area is targeted as one of the prime examples of urban redevelopment and innovation, benefiting the surrounding communities.

Festival Hours

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The Lavender Arts & Crafts Festival at Barrington Hall is a juried fine arts and handmade craft market held on the historic grounds of Barrington Hall in Roswell, Georgia. Set beneath shaded lawns and gardens in the heart of Historic Roswell, this boutique-style outdoor festival offers a relaxed, walkable environment that encourages visitors to browse, linger, and purchase.

The festival features approximately 100 carefully selected artists and makers presenting original works in a wide variety of mediums including painting, photography, pottery, jewelry, fiber arts, wood, glass, metal, garden art, bath and body products, and specialty handmade items. The event is known for attracting a strong buying audience of homeowners, gift shoppers, and art collectors from Roswell, East Cobb, and North Fulton.

With its spring garden atmosphere and lavender theme, the festival naturally aligns with seasonal shopping, gift buying, and home décor purchases. Patrons attend with clear purchasing intent, creating excellent sales opportunities across a range of price points.

Festival Hours

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The setting at Barrington Hall creates a charming and distinctive experience different from traditional street festivals. Families, couples, and repeat attendees return each year for both the art and the setting. This well-established event is artist-friendly, professionally managed, and part of the long-running festival series.

Recognized several times in the Top 100 Best Arts Festivals by Sunshine Arts Magazine and consider the Best Summer Arts Festival in Metro Atlanta,

The Piedmont Park Arts Festival is a juried, outdoor fine arts festival held annually each August in the heart of Midtown Atlanta’s iconic Piedmont Park. Produced by Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces (AFFPS), the festival is a long-standing and highly anticipated summer arts destination, attracting tens of thousands of art-loving patrons from across Metro Atlanta and beyond.

This two-day festival features up to 250 carefully selected artists representing a wide range of media, including painting, photography, sculpture, jewelry, glass, metal, leather, wood, fiber, and mixed media. Artists are jury-selected to ensure high quality, originality, and diversity of work, creating a vibrant marketplace that appeals to both seasoned collectors and first-time buyers.

Set against the lush backdrop of Atlanta’s most beloved public park, the event offers a welcoming, walkable layout with strong visibility and steady foot traffic throughout the weekend.

With its prime location, established reputation, and strong community support, the Piedmont Park Arts Festival consistently provides artists with an excellent opportunity for exposure, sales, and meaningful engagement with a diverse and enthusiastic audience.

Festival Hours

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sandy Springs Fall Arts & Crafts Festival (Artsapalooza) is a juried, two-day outdoor fine arts festival held in the heart of Sandy Springs, Georgia. The event showcases a curated selection of accomplished local and regional artists presenting original, handcrafted work across a wide range of media, including painting, photography, sculpture, jewelry, glass, leather, metal, wood, mixed media, and fine crafts.

The festival takes place in a highly visible, walkable civic area with strong neighborhood support and easy access from I-285, drawing a diverse, art-engaged audience from Sandy Springs, Buckhead, Dunwoody, Roswell, and greater North Atlanta. Attendance includes collectors, families, professionals, and long-time festival patrons who value high-quality, original artwork.

The event features approximately 120–130 artist booths, thoughtfully laid out to maximize visibility and patron flow. Additional elements include live acoustic music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities, creating a lively yet art-focused atmosphere. Admission is free, encouraging strong foot traffic throughout both days.

Artists must be present for the duration of the show, and all work must be original and created by the exhibiting artist. No buy-sell or mass-produced items are permitted. Booth fees, corner upgrades, and limited electricity options are available.

Festival Hours

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Located in the heart of Buckhead and is considered to be one of the most prestigious areas and home to one of the most enthusiastic art-buying communities in the Atlanta metro area. Rain or shine, visitors from all over the country enjoy this event.

The Buckhead Arts Festival is a two-day, outdoor fine arts and crafts festival held each fall in the heart of Buckhead, one of Atlanta’s most vibrant and upscale neighborhoods. The festival takes place in Buckhead Village, near the Shops Buckhead Atlanta district, and is free and open to the public.

The event features approximately 100 juried artists from across the region and beyond, showcasing a diverse range of original, handmade work. Media typically include painting, photography, sculpture, glass, metalwork, wood, ceramics, mixed media, and fine jewelry. All work is artist-created, and many artists are present to discuss their process and inspiration with attendees.

The Buckhead Arts Festival attracts a strong, art-savvy audience drawn from Buckhead, Midtown, and surrounding Atlanta neighborhoods. Visitors include local residents, professionals, families, and collectors seeking high-quality, original artwork in an energetic urban setting.

The Buckhead Arts Festival provides artists with excellent exposure, engaged patrons, and the opportunity to sell work in one of Atlanta’s premier retail and cultural districts.

Festival Hours

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

16th Annual Spring Arts and Craft Festival

Application Deadline: January 26, 2027

16th Annual Fall Arts and Craft Festival

Application Deadline: February 9, 2027

10th Annual Roswell Spring Arts and Craft Festival

Application Deadline: March 3, 2027

19th Annual Chastain Spring Arts and Craft Festival

Application Deadline: April 8, 2027

11th Annual Duluth Spring Fesitval

Application Deadline: April 2, 2027

14th Annual Lavender Festival

Application Deadline: March 26, 2027

14th Annual Roswell Lavender Festival

Application Deadline: April 14, 2027

17th Annual Piedmont Park Arts Festival

Application Deadline: June 22, 2027

7th Annual Sandy Springs Fall Festival

Application Deadline: August 3, 2027

10th Annual Buckhead Fine Arts Festival

Application Deadline: August 4, 2027