Columbus Arts Festival

08/23/2026

Yesterday we celebrated our volunteer committee members for their work on this year's festival. It's a small family reunion where we get to thank them for their amazing effort in putting the festival together. Each year we award the Gwen Scott Award, named for a long-time volunteer who passed away in 2016, and this year we recognized Stacy Orbaker and Mory Fuhrmann, who were street captains who went above and beyond to serve our artists and ensure an amazing festival for them!

08/21/2026

More festival fun this weekend! Festival Latino Columbus returns to the Commons this Saturday and Sunday.

Festival Latino—the largest Latino event in Ohio and marking its 29th year in 2026—is a two-day, free, family-friendly event celebrating family and community. Festivalgoers can enjoy an entertainment lineup that includes national headliners and local artists, food, children’s activities, art, ...

08/20/2026

More festivals are coming to Columbus this weekend! On Saturday you can visit Blockfort for Alley Islands or visit the Ohio Expo Center for the 2026 India Festival.

Alley Islands: https://www.columbusmakesart.com/event/78074-alley-islands-2026/

India Festival: https://www.columbusmakesart.com/event/79955-india-festival-2026/

Alley Islands is a community street festival organized by Blockfort Gallery and Studios.  This year, four stages, surrounded by a multitude of new and permanent murals, with over 20 performers, ranging from live music, to dance, comedy, and storytelling span the day. Artists, crafters, and small bu...

08/14/2026

The Columbus Women & Girls' Fest is this Saturday, with live music, community activities, and much more.

TANK and NORMAN of TANK AND THE BANGAS to headline the 2026 Columbus Women & Girls' Fest! August 15, 2026, 1–7 PM at MPACC Box Park. Enjoy all day family fun including live performances by Quan Howell, Ar!yah, Jordan Hope, Saint Rockstar, Mal V Moo, the Columbus Adventist Academy Choir, 30+ women-...

08/13/2026

The summer festival fun continues in Columbus! This weekend the Columbus Food Truck Festival returns to the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard.

The Columbus Food Truck Festival returns August 14–15, 2026 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds, bringing 25,000+ food lovers together for two days of incredible eats, live music, and family fun. Enjoy top food trucks from across the region, a high-energy atmosphere, and an expanded kids zone on Sa...

08/10/2026

Every year, throughout the Columbus Arts Festival weekend, four stages are always buzzing with music, dance, spoken word, theatre, and fashion. We love looking back at the many performances from this year's festival.

If you're a Columbus-area artist who would like to perform at the 2027 festival, mark your calendars: applications open on September 7!

08/01/2026

Still going this weekend: the Dublin Irish Festival!

Irish attitude is all you need to experience the Dublin Irish Festival in Dublin, Ohio, USA. For 30 years, the first weekend in August has been reserved for what is now the largest three-day Irish Festival on the planet. More than 100,000 guests are expected to attend. With 7 stages, 65 acts and mor...

07/27/2026

CALLING ALL COLUMBUS-AREA VISUAL ARTISTS!

Have you ever been to the Columbus Arts Festival? Are you interested in exhibiting your artwork, but need more information on what is involved?

Join us at Greater Columbus Arts Council's offices this fall for three FREE info sessions about the application and exhibiting processes, what it takes to submit a strong application, and the benefits of the Emerging Festival Artist Program and the Big Local Arts Village.

September 15: https://www.facebook.com/events/2560512594407519

October 13: https://www.facebook.com/events/2258544918322938

November 10: https://www.facebook.com/events/1788906679151331

07/23/2026

Eager for more music and food on Columbus' downtown riverfront? Jazz & Rib Fest returns this weekend!

Jazz & Rib Fest, presented by the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, is a highly anticipated summertime tradition offering both jazz and rib connoisseurs the finest in music and barbecue. Admission is free! All food vendors will be open from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and fro...

07/21/2026

Do you miss the boozy slushies from the Columbus Arts Festival? Well, you can still sip them at High Bank Distillery this summer! The Tropical Mango and Cranberry Lime can be blended with your favorite High Bank spirit or enjoyed alcohol-free.

A portion of the proceeds from these cocktails go to support the Arts Festival, so be sure to get them while supplies last!