Visual Artists

Where Creators Shape the Culture Applications Now Open! Columbus Arts Festival | June 11, 12, 13 2027 Relive the Experience! A collection of our favorite moments. View the Archive Photos Photo Credits | Serena Shi Visual Artists Every masterpiece deserves a collector. Showcase your talent. Grow your business. Apply Now Photo Credits | Terry Gilliam Performers Ready for the spotlight? Bring the energy – we’ll bring the crowd. Apply Now Photo Credits | Terry Gilliam Food Vendors Good food brings people together. Serve the feast. Apply Now Sponsors & Community Partners Many thanks to our corporate and community partners for their support. The Columbus Arts Festival could not happen without their support! Press Room Columbus Arts Festival News September 8, 2026 Applications Open for 2027 Columbus Arts Festival on Sept. 7 COLUMBUS, Ohio – The nationally acclaimed Columbus Arts Festival, presented by the AEP Ohio Foundation and produced by the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC), will open applications for exhibiting visual artists, Emerging Festival Artists, performing … June 13, 2026 Istvan Vago Takes Best in Show at the 2026 Columbus Arts Festival COLUMBUS, Ohio — Istvan Vago from Budapest, Hungary took home $4,000 and the Best in Show award today at the 2026 Columbus Arts Festival. Istvan Vago, located at booth B125 on Belle Street, will be … June 3, 2026 MEDIA ALERT: Downtown streets closing for the Columbus Arts Festival starting Wednesday, June 10 WHO: The Columbus Arts Festival, produced by the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) WHAT: 2026 Columbus Arts Festival Street Closures WHEN: The following streets will close at noon on Wednesday, June 10 and will re-open at 5 a.m. on … See More News