27th Chain of Parks Art Festival, Apr 17-18, 2027

Expect a first-class, fun-filled outdoor cultural experience at the Chain of Parks Art Festival in downtown Tallahassee! This beloved event allows over 45,000 visitors to view and purchase unique works of fine art from 170+ national juried artists in a delightful Southern outdoor setting, while enjoying a weekend filled with live 3-D street art, live entertainment by local bands and performing arts groups, children’s art activities, family fun, local heritage re-enactments, and delicious local food, craft beer, and cocktails.
The Festival is FREE and open to the public! Open Saturday from 10AM – 5PM & Sunday from 10AM – 4PM.
The Festival continues to stand among the nation’s top fine art events, earning its place in Sunshine Artist Magazine’s prestigious 200 Best list for 12 consecutive years, and making an impressive 8th appearance in the Top 10 for Fine Art Festivals in the Nation. For 2026, the Festival secured the #5 Fine Art & Design Festival ranking in the Nation, maintaining its position as the top-ranked Fine Art Festival in Florida.
According to an independent economic impact study conducted by Downs & St. Germain Research and Visit Tallahassee, the 2026 Chain of Parks Art Festival generated $2.797 million in total economic impact for Leon County—an 18.3% increase over 2025, proving the Festival’s vital role as a primary driver of cultural tourism and economic growth in Tallahassee.
Presented by Mad Dog Construction with support from Visit Tallahassee/ Leon County, and the City of Tallahassee, LeMoyne’s Chain of Parks Art Festival is a beloved regional celebration of fine art and culture, and it plays a vital role in supporting LeMoyne Arts’ year-round programming and educational offerings, a non-profit art center serving our community since 1963.
Annual Deadlines:

1.) Artist Apps: Mid. Aug. – Oct. 31, 2026

2.) Participant Apps (food vendors, entertainers, community partners, etc.): Nov. 1 – Feb. 1, 2027

3.) Sponsorship Deadline: Feb. 28, 2027

The Festival is powered by volunteers—and we need you! As a non-profit event, we rely on a team of over 100 dedicated volunteers to help make this award-winning, free community event a success each year. From pre-event planning to weekend logistics, there’s a role for everyone. Please email [email protected] to learn more.