The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

Celebrating 20 years, The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival is a jewel of the Texas fine arts tour and is ranked among the top arts festivals in the country! Set along the scenic banks of The Woodlands Waterway and in Town Green Park, festival guests have the unique opportunity to enjoy a vibrant outdoor gallery with authors, music, food, and kids' activities while shopping for art created by fine artists from around the world and the nation! Jury-selected artists display unique, original artwork ranging across a variety of mediums at the festival. Voted as the best event in The Woodlands, the arts festival is a long-standing springtime tradition for families and locals. Save the date for April 11-13, 2025!

Featured Artist & Best of Show Winners

Each year on opening day of the festival, a team of judges representing The Woodlands Arts Council review art from all participating artists to select a Featured Artist and Best of Show Winners. The judges are local gallery owners, art teachers, artists and business professionals. Artists are scored on artistic merit and on booth presentation. Prize winners are jury-exempt for two years, receive booth awards, and other benefits.

2024 Best of Show Artists

2025 Prospective Artist

If you are an artist interested in applying for the 2025 Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival, complete the form below to receive an email notification when applications open on August 1, 2024.

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Featured Artist & Best of Show Winners

2024 Best of Show Artists

Richard Bond

Luis Gutierrez

Seth & Jana Coldren

J Howard

Yanfang Inlow

Suzanne Seiler

2025 Prospective Artist