Oklahoma City Festival of the Arts (59th Annual)

Organizer's Promotional Message

Now in its 59th year, the Festival of the Arts is Oklahoma City’s annual "rite of spring." More than 144 fine artists from across the United States annually exhibit at the Festival. Total art sales generated by Festival Artists average $1.83 million annually.

Bicentennial Park, located in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City, along with the City Hall Lawn is home to Festival of the Arts.  Festival of the Arts also features performing arts stages, street performers, international cuisine, extensive children’s programming, and hands-on activities for art lovers of all ages.

Participating artists rave about the "Oklahoma Standard" – the most service-oriented volunteer corps anywhere, with experienced professional staff, 24-hour security, Festival-owned exhibit space, and friendly, art-enthusiastic crowds.

Extensive marketing attracts over 650,000 visitors annually to the Festival, which is supported by more than 5,000 volunteers. The Festival of the Arts also coincides with the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon, with the finish line just blocks away from the event site.