Dunwoody Art Festival is a signature spring festival that draws thousands of art lovers, families, and communities to Dunwoody Village. Hosted by Splash Festivals and powered by volunteer support, the festival captures the charm of a small-town event with the appeal of a world-class regional arts festival.
Highlights
- More than 140 artists and vendors showcase original handmade crafts. Original, juried work is selected for every booth to promote quality and diversity.
- Kidz Zone with crafts, face painting, and street performers entertaining families all weekend. Children’s areas are constructed to be safe in addition to being fun.
- Free entrance to all, with easy shuttle transportation from Dunwoody City Hall, ADA-accessible transportation, and on-site amenities such as first aid and restrooms.
What Makes Dunwoody’s Art Festival Special
The artist market is the headliner itself. More than 140 artists from all over the country come to Georgia to showcase unique, handmade products. The curation reputation and hospitality at the festival attract a loyal crowd year after year. From Mother’s Day shopping to a sense of community connection, the festival has become a cherished Dunwoody tradition.
Festival Schedule: Dates and Times
The festival takes place rain or shine, turning Dunwoody Village into an outdoor stroll-friendly market with art booths, food vendors, and community.
- Dates: Saturday, May 10 (10 A.M.–6 P.M.) and Sunday, May 11 (10 A.M.–5 P.M.) (Eastern Time).
- Location: Dunwoody Village Parkway and Dunwoody Village Shopping Center, 1317 Dunwoody Village Parkway, Dunwoody, GA.
- Admission: Free and open to all visitors
What to Expect on the Festival Grounds
The festival has over 140 booths with a well-chosen variety of artistic mediums like pottery, oil and acrylic paintings, jewelry, woodwork, fiber arts, and photography. A panel of jurors selects all vendors to offer uniqueness and art.
Parents can visit the Kidz Zone, which is located centrally, for easy access. Activities include carnival games, face painting, and do-it-yourself craft making. Food vendors will offer favorites such as handheld foods, desserts, and drinks. Food stations will be conveniently located along the festival route.
Key amenities also include easily identified restrooms at various locations, first aid and a lost & found tent at the Renasant Bank corner, and friendly event staff and volunteers available for assistance throughout the grounds.
Accessibility at the Dunwoody Art Festival
The event is free and open to anyone. No tickets or reservations are required to attend.
Parking & Shuttle Information:
- There are free public parking spaces at Dunwoody City Hall, 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road.
- Shuttle service will operate continuously between the festival entrance and City Hall:
Saturday: 10:00 A.M. – 6:30 P.M.
Sunday: 10:00 A.M.-5:30 P.M. - Shuttle buses are ADA-accessible, with mobility assistance provided for members with mobility needs.
- Handicap Parking: Available at the rear of CrossFit Dunwoody, in the Dunwoody Village Shopping Center. Parking assistants will escort visitors to accessible parking spaces and manage traffic.
Music, Performers & Family Entertainment
While fine and functional art is in focus, music and live performances are integrated into the environment. Musical street performers and local entertainers will make appearances throughout the festival grounds to create a pleasant soundscape.
Kidz Zone is also a center of energy and smiles, where children can have a safe experience with age-themed attractions throughout the weekend. Live street performers create the overall atmosphere for the event without a main concert stage.
The Dunwoody Art Festival 2025 offers an easy, enjoyable, and entirely free way to enjoy Mother’s Day weekend.
