Houston’s signature street art festival returns this spring. The Bayou City Art Festival, a colorful two-day celebration of arts, culture, performance, food, philanthropy, and more, is coming back to Sam Houston Park this spring from March 23 to 24.
“The Bayou City Art Festival will transform Memorial Park into a vivid outdoor gallery and an interactive art event along South Picnic Loop on Memorial Drive,” the organization wrote in an email.
“As the nation’s premier spring outdoor art festival in the U.S., Bayou City Art Festival will provide patrons with the opportunity to personally meet artists, view original works, and purchase artwork from 19 art disciplines including world-class paintings, prints, jewelry, sculptures and more at prices for everyone.”
In addition to showcasing the artwork of many local artists spanning a multitude of disciplines, the two-day festival is set to feature a weekend of live music, installations, food trucks, and libations.
The festival will also donate a portion of proceeds to its nonprofit partners including: ArtReach, Fresh Arts, National Alliance on Mental Health Greater Houston, The Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Second Servings, and The Women’s Fund For Health Education and Resiliency.
General admission area available online for adults priced at $20, $5 for children aged 6 to 12, and free admission for children under five.
The festival will also offer a VIP Hospitality Lounge.Priced at $75, VIP tickets will grant access to the VIP Hospitality Lounge with complimentary refreshments, light eats, and more.
The Bayou City Art Festival takes place from 10 am – 6 pm from March 23 – 24 at the Sam Houston Park in Downtown Houston at 1000 Bagby.