RiverArtsFest celebrates 20 years in Memphis

RiverArtsFest returns to the Memphis riverfront Oct. 17–18, 2026, celebrating its 20th anniversary with a weekend of art, music and interactive experiences. The annual festival will feature more than 160 juried artists from the Mid-South and across the country, offering original works in a variety of mediums. This year’s celebration will also include a special 20th anniversary poster by Memphis artist Birdcap, the return of the Face Forward portrait project and other activities for festivalgoers of all ages. RiverArtsFest is ranked No. 17 nationally by Sunshine Artist magazine.