31st Annual Festival of the Arts

The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Festival of the Arts returns for its 31st year, bringing a vibrant celebration of creativity to Destin with more than 100 talented artists from across the country. This juried fine arts festival fills the Cultural Arts Village with an impressive mix of original artwork, live music, food, and activities for all ages.

Cultural Arts Village, Destin, FL
Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Sunday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Wander through the festival and explore everything from paintings and photography to sculpture and other unique works of art. Meet the artists behind the pieces, catch live demonstrations, and shop for something truly special to bring home. Beyond the art booths, the weekend features nonstop live entertainment, creative activities for kids, an art raffle, local food vendors, and a beer and wine garden.

Saturday also gives visitors the chance to weigh in on their favorite artist and help select the People’s Choice Award winner.

This year’s festival also shines a spotlight on 2026 Featured Poster Artist Jamie Babula of Panama City Beach. Festivalgoers can meet Babula and see Drawn to Paint, her striking hyperrealistic colored-pencil piece created specifically for the 2026 Festival of the Arts. The original artwork will be available through a silent auction, with proceeds benefiting the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation.