The Bayou City Art Festiva l, produced by the Art Colony Association Inc. (ACA) and benefiting Houston-area nonprofits, is inviting artists to apply for the opportunity to showcase and sell their work at the nation’s premier spring outdoor art festival, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, March 28-29, 2026, in Downtown Houston. The artist application deadline for the spring 2026 festival is Monday, December 1, 2025, at midnight CST.

The festival, held twice annually in the spring and fall, has provided a venue for more than 20,000 artists to connect with thousands of art enthusiasts from around the world. Patrons have the opportunity to meet artists, view original works, and purchase world-class art. The festival also benefits local nonprofits and features live music, food and beverages,

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