To apply, artists must submit a ZAPPlication along with a non-refundable $30 jury fee by May 15, 2025. The application requires:
Artists will be notified of their application status via email by June 8, 2025.
Be part of Arts in the Heart of Augusta, an award-winning festival celebrating its 44th year in downtown Augusta, Georgia. For 2½ days, the city transforms into a vibrant hub of creativity, featuring a nationally ranked Fine Arts & Fine Crafts Market, five stages of live entertainment, and a Global Village offering authentic international cuisine. Families and young creatives can also enjoy the Family Area and Young Artist Market.
Recognized as one of Sunshine Artist’s Top 200 Festivals for nine consecutive years and named among the Top Festivals of the Decade (2010-2020), Arts in the Heart is a must-attend event for artists. The festival has also earned the Silver Kaleidoscope Award for Best Festival from SFEA. With 100,000+ attendees, this is a prime opportunity to connect with enthusiastic art lovers and collectors.
Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival was September 20 – 22 on Broad Street in downtown Augusta, Georgia. Friday 5pm – 9pm; Saturday 11am – 9pm; Sunday 11am-6pm
The Festival will feature platinum selling Austin alt-rock band Fastball on the Global Stage at 7:30pm on Saturday, September 21st. Fastball chart-topping hits include “The Way” and “Out Of My Head.”
Grammy Nominated Jazz performer Georgia Muldrow will be performing Friday, September 20th at 7:00pm on the Jazz Stage. Her “Overload” album was nominated for a 2020 Grammy.
With over 100,000 attendees, the festival has grown to become an iconic representation of Arts in Georgia. We will have over 150 juried Fine Arts and Crafts artists this year, with artists coming from all over the United States to be a part of our award-winning festival.
We are pleased to announce Menia Chester as our new Festival Chairperson for 2024. Menia said, “I’m excited about guiding the festival forward in its new location and presenting some very exciting and diverse performers this year!”
Our five stages of non-stop entertainment include everything from hip hop to jazz to rock. This year we’re very excited to be featuring Augusta as a Music City. Thanks to a special grant from Destination Augusta, we will be featuring Fastball on the Global Stage and Georgia Muldrow on the Jazz Stage. Music has grown to be a dynamic part of Arts in the Heart and that will be especially true this year.
The global food village is famous for its authentic taste of global cuisine and will tempt food lovers with 20 authentic cuisine booths. All the favorites are returning, as well as Pacific Islanders and Jamaica.
The large Family Area is packed with interactive children’s activities, street performers, public art, and a Young Artists Market. Artzilla returns with local artists painting live all weekend. The Authors Lounge also returns and will feature Georgia authors and book signings. Limited edition 2024 Festival Merchandise will also be available, including the collectible Festival Teddy Bears. Last year we sold out of everything quickly.
Advanced Festival badges are available online now, and will be available at select locations in Augusta and Aiken in August. Check the Festival social media for updates. Pets and coolers are not allowed in the Festival. Lawn chairs are welcomed. Arts in the Heart of Augusta is a rain or shine event.
Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival was named the Best Festival by the Southeast Tourism Society in 2020 and “Best for 2023” Festival (ranked 52nd best in the entire country!) by Sunshine Artist. We were also awarded Best Festival in 2023 by the readers of Augusta Magazine and Columbia County Magazine.
Want to join in on the fun in the Family Area in the 2025 Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival? Now is your chance! Submit to participate in the Young Artists Market, apply for the Family Area Activity booths, Family Stage and Street Performers!......
Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival is pleased to announce the following Artists Awards and Global Food Village Awards. Fine Artists Market Winners 1st Place Monica Iverson Booth#9109 2nd Place Kathleen Lyles Booth#752 3rd Place Josh Mabus Booth#818 Honorable Mentions J. Ruel Martin Booth#738-740......
Wow! These Yarn Artists really outdid themselves this year! Thank you to artists Kaye Ferguson, Lydia Mitchell, Davina Drakeley Lever and her team, Paige Michael and her team, The Girl Scouts troupe 20200 and their families / Stephanie Ware and their team, Group Collaborators: Leo......
Due to pesky little technical issues Ed Durant’s Booth isn’t listed on the Fine Artists Market page so we’re shining a light on him right here! Stop by his booth to check out Ed’s wonderful and popular Whirlygig sculptures....
At this year’s Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival, both magic and puppetry will take center stage with performances by Michael Gilliland of Magic With A Twist of Augusta, GA and Lee “That Puppet Guy” Bryan of Atlanta, GA. Audiences are in for a......
This year’s Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival will shine a spotlight on the power of music and community as Upside Ukuleles, a remarkable group from Augusta Symphony’s Community Chords Music Therapy program, takes the Family Stage. This ensemble, composed of adults with Down......
Join local authors and graphic novelist in the Literary Lounge at Arts in the Heart. The Literary Lounge will be located in the Miller Theater at 708 Broad Street. Book chats on the art of writing, the writing process and publishing be held with local......
Get ready to show your love for the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival with exclusive merchandise! This year’s collection features vibrant, one-of-a-kind designs celebrating the festival’s rich cultural diversity and artistic spirit. From stylish t-shirts and bottle bags, hats and candles, there’s something......
Wayne Hoey’s musical journey began in the US Army, where he played with the 19th Army Band at Fort Devens, Massachusetts, his home state, before eventually retiring with the 434th Army Band at Fort Eisenhower, Georgia. His time in the military not only shaped his......
Celebrating 10 Years of the Jazz/Blues Stage at the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival The Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival proudly announces the 10th anniversary of its Jazz/Blues Stage, a cornerstone of the festival that has captivated audiences with soulful performances......
