Summary
The 38th Annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival is set for May 1 & 2 in the beautiful Town Center of Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, nestled in the vibrant and scenic vacation destination of south Walton County along Florida's Gulf Coast.
Hosted by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County, ArtsQuest invites art lovers, families, and collectors to discover and purchase original works from more than 150 talented artists traveling from across the country. Guests can enjoy a weekend filled with live music, artist demonstrations, interactive art activities, student exhibits, and delicious food and drinks — all in the lively atmosphere of Grand Boulevard.
As one of the Cultural Arts Alliance's signature events, ArtsQuest plays a vital role in our mission to nurture creativity and connect our community through the inclusive and collaborative celebration of the arts.
General information
Celebrating its 38th year, ArtsQuest is a beloved juried fine arts show awarding $10,000 in cash prizes to outstanding artists in a variety of categories, including Ceramics, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Metal, Mixed Media, Oils & Acrylics, Original Digital Art, Photography, Sculpture, Wood, and Works on Paper (Watercolor, Printmaking, Pastels, Pencils, Ink). ArtsQuest is a rain-or-shine event that welcomes art lovers year after year.
All submissions are juried by respected art industry professionals. Award winners from the 2025 ArtsQuest show will receive automatic acceptance — with no jury fee — into the next year's festival if they meet the application deadline, helping build lasting connections with loyal buyers and collectors.
Artists at ArtsQuest compete for $10,000 in cash awards, including Best in Show, First and Second Place, Awards of Excellence, Judges' Choice, Awards of Merit, and Best Booth — all based on the judges' scoring of each artist's body of work as displayed in their booth.
ArtsQuest is known for its exceptional artist hospitality and thoughtful amenities, designed to make your weekend smooth and enjoyable. Perks include:
- Limited to 200 juried artists for an intimate, high-quality show
- An audience of 6,000+ dedicated art buyers
- Program and online artist listing
- Exceptional hospitality: grab-and-go breakfast, beverages, and snacks throughout the day
- $10,000 in artist awards
- Easy, convenient Friday load-in
- Free, nearby artist parking
- Corner & double booth options
- Overnight security
- Bathroom facilities
- Live music and entertainment
- A full cash bar plus fantastic restaurants in Grand Boulevard
- Three onsite hotels that partner with the Festival on special artist rates
Booth information and fees
Booth fees are $385 for a single booth and $445 for corner booths. A limited number of double booths are available for $700. Access to electricity is included in the booth fee. Booth space is approximately 10' x 10' and artists are responsible for providing tent and all exhibit equipment. Tents with (4) sidewalls may be rented through the Festival for $350.
All tents must be staked and weighted on the grass surface in the instance of wind. Artists should be prepared for inclement weather. The use of pop-up tents is discouraged due to instability during wind and rain. This is a rain or shine event so please come prepared.
Power is included in the booth fee. Power will run off of quiet generators. Please bring extension cords.