Emerald Coast Arts Festival Announces Call to Artists for 2027 Festival
FORT WALTON BEACH, FL — September 10, 2026 — Artists from across the country are invited to apply for the 2027 Emerald Coast Arts Festival, presented by the Arts & Design Society of Fort Walton Beach (ADSO). The festival will take place April 10–11, 2027, at the Freedom Tech Center in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, bringing together talented artists, art enthusiasts, families, and visitors for a weekend celebrating creativity and the visual arts.
The Emerald Coast Arts Festival offers artists an opportunity to showcase and sell their original work in a vibrant festival setting along Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast. The event will feature a diverse selection of fine art, along with live music, artist demonstrations, food, and beverages.
Artists working in a wide variety of mediums are encouraged to apply. The festival is designed to provide participating artists with an engaging venue to connect directly with art buyers and the community while showcasing their creativity and craftsmanship.
Artists interested in participating are encouraged to submit their applications before the early bird deadline of September 30 to receive the discounted application rate.
Application Deadlines
Artists are encouraged to apply early:
- Early Bird Deadline: September 30, 2026 — $35 application fee
- Final Application Deadline: November 15, 2026 — $50 application fee
Applications are being accepted online through ZAPPlication.
Apply here:
https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14804&preview_only=1
With artists expected to travel from throughout the country, the Emerald Coast Arts Festival provides an exceptional opportunity to reach both local patrons and visitors while becoming part of the thriving arts community of Northwest Florida.
“We are excited to welcome artists from near and far to the Emerald Coast,” said representatives of the Arts & Design Society of Fort Walton Beach. “This festival is an opportunity to experience outstanding art, meet the artists behind the work, and enjoy everything that makes the Emerald Coast such a special place.”
About the Arts & Design Society of Fort Walton Beach
The Arts & Design Society of Fort Walton Beach, founded in 1956, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the arts and artists in the Northwest Florida community. Through exhibitions, educational programs, workshops, community activities, and special events, ADSO continues its longstanding commitment to making the arts accessible and engaging for everyone.
