Call To Artists: Apply Now For 38th Annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival
- Melissa Wheeler
- Sep 10
- 2 min read
The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) invites visual artists of all disciplines to apply to participate in the juried 38th Annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival planned for May 2 & 3, 2026 in Walton County, along Northwest Florida’s beaches.
ArtsQuest will once again transform the Town Center of Grand Boulevard into a vibrant celebration of creativity. This premier venue is also home to major cultural gatherings like the 30A Songwriters Festival and the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival. Conveniently located along the Scenic Highway 98 corridor, Grand Boulevard is easily accessible from key drive and fly markets including Atlanta, Nashville, Birmingham, Dallas, Houston, Memphis, Mobile, Pensacola, and Tallahassee. Visitors enjoy the Town Center’s upscale shopping, diverse dining, and three on-site hotels, all within steps of the festival.
Now in its 38th year, ArtsQuest continues to be a centerpiece of the regional arts scene, drawing thousands of art lovers and collectors eager to experience and purchase original works.
“ArtsQuest is a true celebration of creativity and community,” said CAA Events Director Allie Anderson. “Each year, we are inspired by the extraordinary talent on display, and we are thrilled to welcome artists back to showcase their works and connect with new audiences.”
Artists may apply in the categories of Mixed Media, Oils, Acrylics, Works on Paper, Photography, Wood, Metal, Fiber, Glass, Ceramics, Sculpture, Jewelry, Pastels, and more and will be juried by art industry professionals. The jury fee is $50 and booth fees start at $375. The final application deadline is February 13, 2026.
ARTISTS MAY APPLY TO THE EVENT AT: Zapplication.org
ArtsQuest Artist benefits include:
Limited to 200 juried artists
Attendance of 6,000 quality art buyers
$10,000 in cash prizes
Program and online artist listing
Exceptional artist hospitality
Easy, convenient Friday load-in
Free, nearby artist parking
Corner and double booth options
Overnight security
Indoor restroom facilities
Live music and entertainment
Food vendors & full cash bar, along with existing restaurants in Grand Boulevard
Grand Boulevard and the surrounding area offer affordable accommodations, including hotels, camping and condo and home rentals. Limited discounted hotel accommodations will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival is a featured event for Art Month Walton County with a reputation of artist centered promotion and execution and as such implements an extensive festival media plan directed to drive and fly markets including print, radio, digital and social media advertising, in addition to local signage. These marketing efforts combined with artist benefits, exceptional location and repeat local and visiting educated patrons who are eager to get to know and purchase makers' works make this long running and highly anticipated event a must on the calendar for artists of exceptional quality.
Awards are given based on the Judges’ evaluation and scoring of each artist’s body of work as displayed in the booth. ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival is a Cultural Arts Alliance signature event that helps to fulfill our mission to bring high-quality artistic experiences to the community. Call the CAA office at 850-622-5970 for details.
