The Paseo Arts Festival, the Paseo Arts Association’s largest annual event, returns Memorial Day weekend to support local artists, artists from across the country and businesses in the Paseo Arts District.
This year’s festival will take place Saturday, May 24, through Monday, May 26, with hours of 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. Admission to the festival is free to the public.
Attracting thousands of visitors each year, the festival provides the community with a diverse range of art forms, from music and dance to visual and culinary art.
Over 90 artists gather to showcase their visual art in a wide range of mediums, including ceramics, fiber art, glass art, jewelry, 2D and 3D mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture and wood. Additional specialty artists will also be in attendance, including face painting by Clarissa Sharp and henna by Lovee Henna located near the children’s area, as well as caricatures by Dorinda Hoke near the food court. For a full list of festival artists, including an example of their work, visit thepaseo.org/festival-artists.
Performances will take place daily on both the south and north stages. Performances will begin at 10:30 a.m. and end at 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and begin at 10:15 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. Monday. For the official lineup of performers, visit thepaseo.org/festival-performers.
A central food court will feature a variety of food trucks offering diverse cuisines. On the south stage side, guests can enjoy Plus254: A Taste of Africa, Happy Camper Bakery, Sasquatch Shaved Ice and Wondervan Pop. Nothing Bundt Cakes and Dippin’ Dots will be located near the children’s area.
Drink tents will be set up in three locations along Paseo Drive. Additional vendors include The Lemonade Company, Urban Wineworks and Whispering Meadows Vineyards and Winery. For a full list of food and beverage vendors, visit thepaseo.org/festival-food.
Children’s area
New this year, the children’s area will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. at 29th Street and Dewey Avenue in front of Contemporary Art Gallery. The area offers young artists a chance to explore the arts and have fun while creating at no cost. The space features sidewalk chalk, coloring pages and necklace making, with additional activities, including spin art, scratch art and painting, available for a fee.
Parking
Free parking is available with a designated shuttle service provided by Village Deluxe Motorcoach. The shuttle will run a continuous loop from the First Presbyterian Church of OKC, 1001 NW 25th St., to the north end of the festival at 30th Street and Dewey Avenue.
Shuttle hours:
- Saturday, May 24: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Sunday, May 25: Noon to 10 p.m.
- Monday, May 26: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
With its relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, the Paseo Arts Festival offers a unique opportunity to discover new and exciting works of art while connecting with the creative community in OKC. As one of the city’s most anticipated cultural events, the festival not only celebrates artistic expression but also plays a vital role in supporting local artists, small businesses and the continued growth of the historic Paseo Arts District.
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