Texas & Southwest Festivals, Gallery Exhibitions, and Fine Art Fairs
The Southwest has its own special brand of art festivals, craft shows, art galleries, art exhibits, exhibitions, art festivals, and painting competitions throughout Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Visit Fort Worth, Houston, Scottsdale, Oklahoma City, and more for fine one-of-a-kind work and fun events.
Please double-check show dates and times before you go! Don't forget your sun protection, comfy shoes, and a tote bag to carry your purchases.
2025
OCTOBER
October 3-5 & 10-12, 2025
Albuquerque, New Mexico
35th Annual Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Balloon Festival Fiesta Show
Held at the Sandia Resort & Casino, 30 Rainbow Road in Albuquerque
Friday - Sunday, 9am-5pm; The Doors close at 4pm on the final Sunday
220 Artists
For more info: www.riograndefestivals.com
October 18 & 19, 2025
Galveston, Texas
Galveston 28th Annual ARToberFEST
Held in Downtown Galveston on Postoffice & 22nd Streets
Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 10am-4pm
200 Artists
For more info: www.artoberfest.com
October 24-26, 2025
Fort Worth, Texas
4th Annual Art Worth Festival
Held at The Shops at Clearfork in Fort Worth
Friday & Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 11am-4pm
100 Artists
For more info: www.artworthfest.org
NOVEMBER
November 14-16, 2025
Fountain Hills, Arizona
Fountain Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts
Held at the Avenue of the Fountains in Fountain Hills
Friday & Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 10am-4pm
400 Artists
For more info: www.fhchamber.com/artfairs