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Anacortes Arts Festival

Back for its 65th year, The Anacortes Arts Festival is a free, family-friendly celebration of art, music, and community held each summer in downtown Anacortes. The festival features more than 220 juried artisan booths, a regional fine art exhibition, artist demonstrations, and food & drink vendors.

Visitors can also enjoy live entertainment throughout the weekend, hands-on activities for children, and the vibrant atmosphere that has made the festival a Pacific Northwest tradition for decades. Drawing thousands of attendees each year, the event showcases the creativity, culture, and community spirit that make Anacortes unique.

Event Details:

  • Dates & Times: 
    • Friday, July 31: 10 AM–6 PM
    • Saturday, August 1: 10 AM–6 PM
    • Sunday, August 2: 10 AM–5 PM

Location: Downtown Anacortes


Starts: July 31, 2026

Ends: August 02, 2026

Occurs: Every 1 day
Time: varies

Location: Downtown Anacortes