Art in the Park 2025 is JUNE 7 + 8
at Stephens Lake Park!
Begun in 1959, Art in the Park is the largest fine arts festival and a staple event in mid-Missouri.
The festival features artists from across the United States, displaying a variety of media including painting, drawing, photography, pottery, jewelry, fibers, sculpture, wood and glass. Every first weekend in June, you and your family can enjoy a unique experience in arts, hands-on activities, live music and entertainment; while finding special gifts and keepsakes - from stylish sculpture to one-of-a-kind coffee mugs, jewelry, paintings and so much more.
Foster creativity and the love for arts in your children by making art at the Kid's Art Spot, designing a tie-dye t-shirt, having their faces painted, or buying something for their own collection at the Young Collector's Tent.
Art in the Park is organized by Columbia Art League. Entrance to the festival is free, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors.
Not sure where to start? Visit the CAL tent near the entrance of the festival. Our Art Concierge, Mellodie Wilson can help! She is someone who excels in the art of bringing people together. If it's a question about a specific artist or art medium, she will know the way! She will be at the CAL tent and working throughout the park all weekend long so don't be afraid to say hi or ask a question!
To read more about our event click the links below:
Columbia Missourian - “Vendors and Volunteers Set Up Ahead of Art in the Park”
Columbia Tribune Aarick Danielson - “Magic is undeniable at Art in the Park, a Columbia Art League tradition.
66th annual Art in the Park
Festival Dates:
June 7 + 8, 2025
Festival Times:
Saturday 10am-5pm + Sunday 10am-4pm
Festival Location:
Stephens Lake Park, Columbia, Missouri
Entrance cost:
FREE!
DIRECTIONS & PARKING INFORMATION:
From Broadway to Old 63, turn left onto Jack Estes Way - you will find the parking area on your right.
There will be a shuttle to take you from the parking area to the park or you can walk it. Shuttles leave every 15 minutes.
Visitors and volunteers will park in the Boone Health parking lot across from Stephens Lake Park. There will be some disability parking spots in the Old 63 lot at the park.
Parking is not available at the Upper Parking lot at the park, off of Broadway.
THANK YOU, ART IN THE PARK 2024 SPONSORS, for keeping the festival FREE FOR ALL!
