Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation's Festival of the Arts 2026

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation’s Festival of the Arts celebrates its 31st anniversary as one of the Southeast’s premier juried art festivals. The festival exhibition showcases original artwork by more than 100 artists from across the United States. It is held at the Dugas Pavilion green in Destin on Saturday, Oct. 24 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.) and Sunday, Oct. 25 (10 a.m.-4 p.m.). Meet this year’s featured poster artist Jamie Babula (booth no. 68), enjoy live artist demonstrations, music, art drawings, a silent auction, hands-on activities for kids, street performers, and food truck fare along with beer, wine, and Bloody Marys. Capture the moment with a keepsake photo and join the fun by casting your vote for the People’s Choice Award (Saturday). Proceeds benefit MKAF and its ArtsReach education initiatives. Learn more at MKAF.org.