Art Beat 2026

Starts on Saturday, August 15th, 2026

South Bend, Indiana, United States

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About the event

Downtown South Bend, Inc. is proud to produce Art Beat, the region’s largest and longest running, single-day arts festival. Founded in 2003, Art Beat seeks to give all local artists a chance to share their work with the community regardless of their age, ethnicity, or financial status. Art Beat is downtown South Bend's largest annual event, where the city streets are filled with performing, visual, and culinary artists, for a day-long celebration of our local artists in a unique urban backdrop with an atmosphere that both artists and visitors describe as "magical." The event sets itself apart from other art shows by showcasing the multitude of talent found solely in our area. Only residents of St. Joseph County and its surrounding counties are eligible to be a participating artist or nonprofit group.

Dates

Aug 15, 2026 · 11:00 AM - Aug 15, 2026 · 7:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Indiana, United States

E. Jefferson Blvd, South Bend, Indiana 46617, United States

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Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

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Visual Artist

Deadline: Apr 24, 2026

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Downtown South Bend, Inc. invites local artists to apply to Art Beat 2026 and share their artistic talents with the community! Blacksmiths, painters, weavers, sculptors, and more at all stages of their artistic career are invited to apply.

Performing Artist (with Booth)

Deadline: Apr 24, 2026

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Downtown South Bend, Inc. invites performing artists of all genres to apply to Art Beat 2026! We love to see a variety of entertainment, from ballet to bluegrass, belly dancing to barbershop. Share your performing arts talents at Art Beat!

Performing Artist (without Booth)

Deadline: Apr 24, 2026

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Culinary Artist

Deadline: Apr 24, 2026

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Downtown South Bend, Inc. invites local culinary artists and food trucks to apply to Art Beat 2026! We love to see a variety of cuisines represented - Korean, Mexican, BBQ, Vegan, Soul Food, and more. Share your culinary talents with the community!