Mattie Kelly Festival of the Arts

About

Held in late October in Niceville, the Mattie Kelly Festival of the Arts is the 31st annual juried fine-art and fine-craft festival hosted by the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation. Expect visual artists exhibiting original work, art demonstrations, live music, food vendors, wine and beer, street performers, and activities for kids. Strong community mission — proceeds benefit ArtsReach, the foundation's arts education and access programs serving K–12 students, adults with special needs, and the military community along the Emerald Coast.

Details

Type

Festival

Season / Event Date(s)

Late October 2026 (31st annual)

Venue

Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village, Destin/Niceville

Tags

• juried
• fine-art
• annual
• outdoor