Downtown Edmond Arts Festival 

Spring in Edmond wouldn’t be complete without a creative tradition: the Downtown Edmond Arts Festival. This year’s festival set for May 2nd through the 4th, will be offering activities, art, and food for all. Sponsored by the Downtown Edmond Business Association, proceeds support local merchants’ marketing efforts. 

This year, 159 artists from 16 states will showcase works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, jewelry, pottery, and photography. A special Artisan section on First Street will feature leather, wood, resin, and glass creations, while the Art Plaza will host additional artists. First-time featured artist Todd E. Clark’s work, including his whimsical “Kitty Boy,” will be prominently displayed.

Family-friendly fun awaits at the Festival Marketplace, featuring activities such as face painting, balloon animals, craft projects, and appearances by favorite characters like Elsa, Anna, and Barbie. Giant games—including chess, checkers, Connect 4, and an 8-foot piano keyboard—will also be available. Visitors can enjoy musical performances at street corner venues and a shaded pavilion, with musical acts including the Maddox Ross Country Band and the Jason Young Band. Children can contribute to the Chalk Garden, adding their own artistic touches.

Food lovers will delight in options from popular food trucks offering corn dogs, funnel cakes, BBQ, Greek cuisine, and more. Downtown restaurants will also be open to serve guests throughout the festival.

A free shuttle service, sponsored by Visit Edmond and other local organizations, will make parking easy. Shuttles will run every 15 minutes between the festival and UCO parking lots, accommodating families and visitors with mobility challenges.

Most Downtown Edmond shops and restaurants will operate during the event, with merchants contributing to a gift basket raffle supporting 405 Animal Rescue. Whether enjoying art, games, food, or music, the Downtown Edmond Arts Festival promises a memorable experience for all.

For more information about the Downtown Edmond Arts Festival or other events happening in Downtown Edmond, please email debaartsfestival@gmail.com, visit downtownedmondok.com, or check out the Arts Festival on Facebook at @DowntownEdmondArtsFestival.