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The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival Schedule and Event Information
Artists, musicians, and performers will soon set up shop and make their debut at The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival on Friday, April 7th through Sunday, April 9th. The festival is ranked one of the top five fine arts festivals in the Nation, with an attendance of 19,000 in 2016.
225 extraordinary artists will be featured representing a broad range of styles and mediums with tents lining The Woodlands Waterway. This year’s featured artist is Terrell Powell, who’s work is inspired by past experiences, dreams and observation of the everyday life. He paints a variety of media including oil, acrylic, and oil pastel as well as cutout metal.
On the first evening (Friday) of the festival, the Art Dash Party will take place at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center starting at 7 p.m. The 60-Second Art Dash has become one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the year that includes an energizing race for participants’ favorite art pieces among the hundreds of works of art donated by VIP Festival Artists.
The festival will also feature workshops for all ages, culinary demonstrations, live music performances, craft beer tents and more. Visitors will be able to enjoy music and entertainment on three performance stages throughout the Festival weekend. A fourth stage will showcase the Art of Food, highlighting local celebrity chefs who demonstrate their culinary skills and offer delicious food tastings.
Artopoly at The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival will be a gathering place for the community to enjoy and participate in hands-on, interactive art projects and demonstrations that encourage festival patrons of all ages to discover art in all its forms. Artopoly will showcase the year-round community and education outreach programs of The Woodlands Arts Council – Because Art Matters, our Charity Partners and other non-profits.
SCHEDULE
Friday, April 7
Festival Hours 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Art Dash Party 7:00 p.m. at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
Saturday, April 8
Festival Hours 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 9
Festival Hours 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
TICKETS
The Waterway Woodlands Arts Festival Admission
- Early Bird Special online until April 6th – Festival Unlimited Pass (3-Day Pass, unlimited entry): $15 + fee
- Children 12 and under are free
- Gate price is $17
- Terrace Hospitality VIP Pass (Good for all 3-days, unlimited entry) includes a tented, relaxing oasis at The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival; Mix & Mingle with Artists, Small bites & refreshments , VIP parking , Phone charging station, Commemorative pass , Valet service for art purchases: $75
Art Dash Party Admission – $125 + fee
PARKING
Friday, April 7
FREE PARKING:
• Six Pines / Lake Robbins Lot
• GE (Silver) Lot at 9669 Grogans Mill Rd
• Wulfe and Co. Garage at 201 East Shore Drive
PAID PARKING:
• Waterway Garages
• Marriott Garage
• Town Center Garage
Saturday, April 8 & Sunday, April 9
FREE PARKING:
• Six Pines / Lake Robbins Lot
• GE (Silver) Lot at 9669 Grogans Mill Rd
• Green Lot at 2002 Timberloch Place
• Orange Lot, 2202 Timberloch Place
• Yellow Lot, 2201 Timberloch Place
• Wulfe and Co. Garage at 201 East Shore Drive
PAID PARKING:
• Waterway Garages
• Marriott Garage
• Town Center Garage
All proceeds of The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival benefit education and outreach programs.
Learn more about the festival and purchase tickets at www.thewoodlandsartscouncil.org
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