2026 Brandywine Festival of the Arts

About the event

The Brandywine Festival of the Arts is an annual arts festival in Wilmington, Delaware held the weekend after Labor Day. The festival is a Delaware tradition spanning over half a century and it is the largest arts festival in the state. Now regionally popular and nationally recognized, the Brandywine Festival of the Arts boasts participants from across the United States and perennially ranks in the top 100 shows in the country.

Dates

Sep 12, 2026 · 10:00 AM - Sep 13, 2026 · 4:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Delaware, United States

1001 North Park Drive, Brandywine Park, Wilmington, Delaware 19802, United States

Directions

Parking instructions

Parking will be available the following location: Incyte (the old Wannamaker's building) - 1815 Augustine Cut Off, Wilmington, DE 19803 Streets surrounding the park – including Broom St, W 18th St., N Van Buren St. north of the Brandywine River, and south of the Brandywine River park on N Van Buren St. and Lovering Ave. Free shuttle buses will run from Incyte to the festival entrance in Brandywine Park. Shuttle buses are pet friendly (for friendly pets). However, no pets allowed in the Brandywine Zoo. A very limited number of handicapped only parking spots are available on the the park grounds. Please display your handicap placard to the police officers blocking the entrances at N. Van Buren St. and W. 18th St. for access. All other vehicles will be directed to off-site parking.

Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

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Artist Application

Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

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Thank you for your interest in the Brandywine Festival of the Arts. If you would like to showcase your art at the 2026 BFA festival, please complete this application. Returning Artists: Any artist who has participated with the Festival previously. New Artists: Any artist who has NOT previously participated with the Festival. Should you have a question, please contact Rob Schlecker at rob@barrysevents.com.

Food and Snack Vendor Application

Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

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Thank you for your interest in the Brandywine Festival of the Arts. Please complete the food application if you are interested in participating in the 2026 festival. Should you have a question, please contact Rob Schlecker at rob@barrysevents.com.

Nonprofit Application

Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

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Thank you for your interest in the Brandywine Festival of the Arts. Please contact Rob Schlecker at Rob@barrysevents.com prior to completing the application.

Sponsor Application

Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

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Thank you for your interest in the Brandywine Festival of the Arts. Please complete the application if you are interested in participating in the 2026 Brandywine Festival of the Arts. Should you have a question, please contact Rob Schlecker at Rob@barrysevents.com.

Terms & Conditions

Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 10-4 Rain or shine $5 admissions, kids under 12 free Dog friendly!

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