Saturday and Sunday, February 1 - 2, 2025
Opening Night Friday, January 31, 2025

Saturday and Sunday,
February 1-2, 2025
Opening Night Friday,
January 31, 2025

We are thrilled to announce ArtFest Fort Myers 2024, a stronger-than-ever art festival featuring over 200 artists and a picturesque layout overlooking the Downtown Fort Myers riverfront and yacht basin. Join us for this free, non-gated event, open to the Southwest Florida community, where they can discover and shop for your exceptional artwork.

Southwest Florida is experiencing unprecedented growth, with a surge in new housing construction and an influx of people relocating to the area. Art festivals have become a prime destination for art enthusiasts and new homeowners seeking to enhance their living spaces.

Here are some key facts:

  • According to Market Trends of Southwest Florida, Fort Myers has seen a remarkable 191% increase in homes sold in 2022 compared to 2020.
  • Fort Myers/Cape Coral ranks #6 among the top 10 metro areas in the country for inbound migration, with a significant number of new residents coming from Chicago (#1) and New York (#2), as reported by Redfin.

At ArtFest Fort Myers, we support artists and facilitate meaningful connections between artists and collectors within our community. Our two-day event attracts over 90,000 attendees, including a loyal base of dedicated art buyers and VIP Club members focused on discovering and acquiring your artwork.

Additionally, we offer various art-related activities for children, ensuring that families can enjoy the festival together.

As an artist-friendly festival, we provide the following:

  • Oversized booth spaces.
  • A convenient Friday setup with drive-up access.
  • Discounted hotel rates.
  • Indoor bathrooms.
  • Reserved artist parking.

We are committed to accessibility, offering physical accommodations for artists with disabilities to ensure equal opportunities for participation.

If you are new to selling at outdoor art festivals, we are here to support you. Contact our Community Engagement Manager Annie Crouch at Annie.Crouch@ArtFestFortMyers.com for assistance. We are passionate about helping artists succeed.

To make your experience at ArtFest Fort Myers even more rewarding, we promote the festival extensively and provide artists with promotional opportunities. We also offer valuable resources, webinars, and tips to help you navigate the evolving art market.

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. We value open communication with artists and are dedicated to ensuring your success in all aspects of your art business.

We look forward to an exceptional 2024 festival and to celebrating the power of art with you.

Warm regards,
Kathryn Robinson Kinsey
Executive Director

Amenities for Artists
Artists come first at ArtFest Fort Myers.

  • Artist Corner includes daily complimentary continental breakfast, water, and private indoor restrooms. The type of food presentation is being reviewed for safety.
  • Booth sitters and dedicated Artist Ambassadors - are being reviewed for safety.
  • Drive-up access for easy loading with staggered times beginning at Friday 8:30 am.
  • Professional overnight and daytime security.
  • Oversized booth spaces with a distance between
    booths and storage areas.
  • The on-site host hotel, Luminary Hotel & Co.,
    includes covered parking with special artists' rates.
  • Special group rates at other nearby hotels.
  • Reserved artist parking for vans and RVs.
  • Opportunity to advertise in festival publications.
Forbes Magazine rated
Fort Myers/Cape Coral as
#1 in population growth
#10 in job growth
with construction activity
topping the charts!
Forbes Magazine rated
Fort Myers/Cape Coral as
#1 in population growth
#10 in job growth
with construction activity
topping the charts!

SAVE THE DATE FOR 2025!

Saturday and Sunday, February 1-2, 2025

Opening Night Friday, January 31

On the waterfront in historic downtown Fort Myers

Phone: 239-768-3602

Email: info@artfestfortmyers.com

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Boutique Show • 60 Fine Artists
Great Food & Beverages
Youth Art Activities

March 9 & 10, 2024
10am to 4pm
Babcock Ranch

We're delighted to have helped Babcock Ranch launch this show with artists of the quality you enjoy every year at ArtFest Fort Myers.

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