Upcoming Art Shows and Events - 2026

75th Anniversary of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Festival


Kick off summer with the 75th Annual Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair in historic Bronson Park in beautiful downtown Kalamazoo! In 2025, this two-day, juried fine arts fair welcomed 17,000+ visitors to the park to celebrate and invest in the participating artists from across Michigan and the country as they showcased their creative talents and sold their work.


Celebrating this landmark 75th year in 2026, the KIA Arts Fair will feature up to 145 fine artists in 12 distinct mediums presenting their jaw dropping, one-of-a-kind creations of usable and decorative art to feature, wear and use. You are sure to find something truly unique shopping the wide selection of fine artists. Throughout Friday and Saturday, you can partake in shopping, live entertainment, kids’ activities, artist demonstrations from the Kirk Newman Art School, fine food truck fair, and FREE admission to KIA galleries.



When:  Saturday, June 5th and 6th


Place:  Bronson Park


Hours:  Friday, 3-8pm and Saturday, 9-5pm


Learn More:  KIA Arts Fair 2026 - Kalamazoo Institute of Arts



Boston Mills Artfest


The Boston Mills Artfest is an annual tradition in the art community, nationwide. This fine art show consists of a two-weekend event happening the last weekend in June and the first weekend in July, June 26 - 28 & July 3 - 5. Each weekend is unique to itself featuring 150 artists, totaling 300 artists over the two weekends of shows. The show features a national reach pulling in artists from +/- 35 unique states across the country every year.


Visit the Boston Mills Artfest, nestled in the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and explore over a dozen unique mediums and works by some of the most talented artists across the country, craft beer & wine, food, and a beautiful garden space from our friends at Suncrest Gardens.


When:  June 27th & 28th   10:00a m- 5:00pm


             July 4 & 5th 10:00am - 5:00pm


Place:  Cuyahoga Valley National Park


Learn More: Artfest | Boston Mills Brandywine Resort


Naples Art in the Park


Presenting world class outdoor art fairs featuring original works by local, national, and international artists.


Naples Art Institute invites you to experience another vibrant season of Art in the Park. Since its inception in 1957, this outdoor art fair has provided a platform for artists to showcase their work and is regarded as one of the first events of its kind in Naples. Art in the Park continues its tradition of bringing fine art and craftsmanship to the heart of our community.

This juried art fair series is known for its exceptional quality, engaging artists, and welcoming atmosphere. Visitors can explore a diverse range of works by artists from across the state, featuring mediums such as ceramics, glass, printmaking, jewelry, metal, mixed media, painting, sculpture, and more.


When:  Saturday, January 31, 2026 


Place:  Cambier Park


Hours:  10am - 4pm


Learn More:  Art in the Park — Naples Art Institute




Things of Steel Gallery ( Studio Show)
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Time:  2:00pm - 6:00pm
Where:  826 Mills Kalamazoo, Michigan

Boca Raton Fine Art Show




Arts and Eats


October 19-20, 2024


CZUK STUDIO

26922 Country Road 388

Gables, Michigan 49055


Note:  Located 3 miles East of Downtown Gables

(Center of the Village of Kendall)



Check out the link: https://thornapplearts.org/artsandeats/




Fine Art Sale and Holiday Bazaar

PEOPLES  CHURCH

Saturday, November 23, 2024

Time:  9:00am - 2:00pm

Where:  1758 North 10 Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan