Question 1

What is the Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park?

Accepted Answer

The Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park is a fun and interactive outdoor festival for people of all ages to enjoy. As one of the largest juried fine arts festivals in the U.S., the three-day festival features the works of more than 270 national and international artists. In addition to the beautiful art throughout the grounds, festival attendees can look forward to the following attractions: -VIP Hospitality Lounge-Food Truck Park -A Live Music Stage-Craft Beer Garden -Active Imagination Zone for Kids of All Ages -Putt-putt Golf games -And So Much More! The outdoor event offers visitors the opportunity to meet with exhibiting artists and view original works across 19 different art disciplines. World-class art, prints, jewelry, sculptures, and more will be available for purchase at prices for everyone.

Question 2

When is the Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park taking place?

Accepted Answer

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 9-11, 2026Gates Open at 10:00 am and close at 6:00 pm daily. Bayou City Art Festival is a rain-or-shine event.

Question 3

What is the price for admission?

Accepted Answer

Online pre-purchased tickets are required to enter the festival.  Purchased General Admission tickets can be used for entry on any day of the festival - Friday, Saturday or Sunday.Adult General Admission Weekend Passes are for sale and the BEST VALUE. $30 for admission all weekend long! Adult General Admission tickets are available at an "Early-Bird" discounted rate of $18 until September 27, 2026. After this date, Adult General Admission tickets will be $20. Child admission is $5 for children ages 6-12. All children 5 and under are free.Click here to purchase tickets!

Question 4

Are VIP tickets available?

Accepted Answer

Bayou City Art Festival offers an exclusive experience with the VIP Hospitality Lounge. VIP passes grant you access to a tented oasis with new comfort station restrooms, complimentary light bites, beer, wine, and other refreshments. VIPs will receive access from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm to the VIP area, along with VIP parking and shuttle service. VIP tickets are available online for $105 for a day pass and $150 for a weekend pass. Purchase VIP tickets here!

Question 5

Are my tickets valid for any day of the festival?

Accepted Answer

Yes! VIP and GA tickets are valid for any day of the festival. When purchasing your ticket, you will be prompted to select a date. Choose the day you would like to attend, but if plans change, no worries! Your passes are valid for any day of the festival.

Question 6

Where is the festival located, how can I get there and what about parking?

Accepted Answer

Bayou City Art Festival will take place in Memorial Park on the South Picnic Loop.There is one entrance gate in and out of the festival. Ride share drop off is located in the far right lane on Memorial Drive East Bound in front of the main entrance. Use this address for drop offs: S Picnic Ln. On-site parking for the festival is not available. General admission parking is located at Delmar Stadium, 2066 Mangum Rd, Houston TX 77007. Shuttle service runs from Delmar Stadium to the festival entrance and back during festival hours 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Shuttle passes are $12 per person round trip and can be purchased here. Children 17 and younger do not need a shuttle pass.VIP Parking is located at Memorial Park Fitness Center at 6402 Arnot St, Houston, TX 77007. Shuttle service runs from the fitness center to the festival entrance and back during festival hours 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Parking and shuttle service is included with your VIP Pass. Consider ride-sharing! The designated ride-sharing drop-off/pick-up point is located at the entrance gate.Ride your bike! Bike racks will be available to park and lock up your bike during the festival. ​ Also, METRO is available for your transportation needs. For information on routes and schedules, please contact METRO at 713-635-5000 or click here.

Question 7

Do children need a shuttle pass?

Accepted Answer

No, children ages 17 and under do not need to purchase a shuttle pass.

Question 8

Does the festival benefit nonprofit organizations?

Accepted Answer

Yes! A portion of the proceeds from Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park will benefit five local charities. Each nonprofit provides volunteers and has the option to host a crafting station in the Active Imagination Zone. The six nonprofit partners benefiting from the 2026 Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park will be annoucned soon. Learn more about our nonprofit partners here.

Question 9

Who is the featured artist?

Accepted Answer

Aubrey Hogan, an acrylic painter from Eau Claire, WI, is the featured artist for the 2026 Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park. You can learn more about Hogan here.

Question 10

Who is performing at the festival?

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You will find a list of the scheduled performers on the entertainment page of our website.

Question 11

Will food and beverages be available at the festival?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is a large food truck park located in the central area of the festival, along with more food, beverage, and dessert options throughout the site.  Click here to view the featured food vendors for Memorial Park 2026. ​

Question 12

Will there be security?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 24-hour security for the festival is provided by the Harris County Sheriffs Office, as well as private security officers.

Question 13

May I take photos of the artwork?

Accepted Answer

Please be respectful. Do not film or photograph any artist, or their work, without their consent and permission.

Question 14

What can I bring to the festival?

Accepted Answer

You can bring picnic blankets, sunscreen, mosquito spray, hats, sunglasses, and umbrellas. You are also allowed to bring strollers, wagons, and wheelchairs, but keep in mind there will be large crowds.

Question 15

What can I NOT bring?

Accepted Answer

For everyone to have a fun and worry-free day, please refrain from bringing the following  prohibited items into the festival:

-Pets (service animals only)
-Outside food or beverages
-Skateboards, hoverboards, scooters, rollerblades
-Laser pointers
-Fireworks
-Weapons
-Guns
-Pocket knives
-Drones or any flying toys.

Question 16

Are there restrooms available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, portable facilities are located throughout the festival grounds. VIP passes will include comfort station restroom facilities. Grab VIP passes here.

Question 17

Will there be ATMs at the festival?

Accepted Answer

No, there will not be ATMs at the festival.

Question 18

Where is EMS located at the festival?

Accepted Answer

EMS is centrally located at the site or you may ask a festival staff representative with a radio for assistance with an emergency.

Question 19

Are pets allowed?

Accepted Answer

Pets are not allowed, with the exception of official service animals. Documentation may be required.

Question 20

What are things I should remember before entering the festival?

Accepted Answer

Our goal: Zero impact. Please recycle. 
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Event programs can be accessed online or by scanning a QR code at the gate.
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Smoking is prohibited on festival grounds.

Two sunscreen kiosks will be stationed throughout the festival - keep your eyes peeled and stay protected from the sun! 
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Pets are not allowed, with the exception of official service animals. Documentation may be required. 
  
Please be respectful. Do not film or photograph any artist, or their work, without their consent and permission. 
  
Everyone is subject to a security search upon entry. All purses/bags/backpacks will be subject to search before entry, for the safety of all patrons.

Question 21

Uniformed Police Officers and Private Security will be onsite at all times.

Accepted Answer

Ticket Holders are asked to drink responsibly. Bayou City Art Festival reserves the right to deny entry/remove patrons, without compensation or refund, who are displaying offensive, disorderly, or dangerous behavior.

Question 22

Who do I contact if I have a question that has not been answered?

Accepted Answer

For questions and general inquiries, please contact Info@bayoucityartfestival.com.

Question 23

Is Bayou City Art Festival ADA-accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are wheelchair-accessible at the festival, provide ADA portacans, and have ADA-accessible van transportation from Delmar Stadium & VIP parking areas.

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