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Deadline: Feb 16, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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2026 Dogwood Arts Festival
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Date: Apr 24, 2026 10:00 am - Apr 26, 2026 4:00 pm (EST)
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963 World's Fair Park Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee 37916, United States
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Free

About the event

Established in 1961, the Dogwood Arts Festival is one of the most celebrated cultural events in Knoxville, Tennessee — and was named the #3 Best Art Festival in the Country by USA Today in 2024! The festival features over 100 fine art vendors, an emerging makers tent, live music, entertainment, children's activities, food & beverage vendors, and more. The event is held at World's Fair Park — a public park in Downtown Knoxville that sits on the former fairgrounds of the 1982 World's Fair.  The festival is produced by Dogwood Arts, a (501c3) organization that promotes and celebrates the art, culture, and natural beauty of East Tennessee. We have a 70-year history of arts advocacy, environmental stewardship, and economic impact in East Tennessee. The Festival is one of 20+ year-round programs and events that help make Knoxville a great place to live, work, and play!
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About the application

The Dogwood Arts Festival has a long history of showcasing the diverse talents of our artistic community — including the performing arts! That's where you come in. From opera and ballet to musical theatre and cultural performances, this event is a unique opportunity for you to share your talents with the Knoxville community (15,000 estimated festival attendees in 2025). 

 

Event Schedule:

  • Friday, April 24th: 10AM-7PM
  • Satuday, April 25th: 10AM-7PM
  • Sunday, April 26th: 10AM-5PM


Performances will be included in the Festival Guide, on-site signage, the Dogwood Arts website, and pre-event advertising. 


*Applications will be accepted through February 16, 2026 | Notifications will be sent out no later than March 3, 2026. If you have questions before filling out the interest form, please email info@dogwoodarts.com.

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2025 Entertainment Schedule (for reference)

Questions on the application

User information

  • First name
  • Last name
  • Email
  • Gender
  • Birthday
  • Address

Additional information

  • Artist/Performing Group/Studio/Company Name
  • Website
  • Social Media Handles/Links
  • Are you based in Knoxville or the surrounding area?
  • Where are you based?
  • Performance Type
  • If Other, please explain
  • Preferred Performance Length
  • How much time will you need on stage prior to your performance?
  • What is the maximum number of people that will be on stage at any given time?
  • If applicable, please upload a stage plot.
  • List all sound/AV needs for your performance (1. number of microphones, 2. how many inputs needed, etc). Please indicate any equipment you will be bringing as well.
  • Please specify the format of music that will be included in your performance.
  • Please list any additional information about your performance requirements that we should be aware of:
  • Please click on all of the times slots that you are available throughout the weekend.
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