2026 Arts Festival Programming Announced
MUSIC AND PROGRAMMING LINEUP ANNOUNCED FOR THE 2026 PARK CITY KIMBALL ARTS FESTIVAL
Three days of live music, family activities, artist demonstrations, food, and hands-on experiences return to Historic Main Street August 7–9
PARK CITY, UT – JULY 1, 2026 | Kimball Art Center has announced the full music and programming lineup for the 2026 Park City Kimball Arts Festival, adding dozens of live performances, interactive art experiences, demonstrations, and community activities to one of the nation’s premier juried art festivals.
Taking place August 7-9 on Historic Main Street, this year’s festival brings together nearly 200 juried artists alongside two live music stages, hands-on art activities, artist demonstrations, food trucks, local restaurants, and new festival experiences designed for visitors of all ages.
“The Arts Festival is about much more than exceptional artwork,” said Alex Regenold, Director of Marketing & Communications at Kimball Art Center. “Whether you’re discovering a new favorite band, creating art with your family, trying the pottery wheel, or simply spending the weekend with friends on Main Street, we’ve built a festival experience that celebrates creativity around every corner.”
Live Music All Weekend
More than 20 performances will take place across two stages throughout the weekend.
The Main Stage features regional favorites including Cosmic Possum, Brazuca Band, Pepper Rose, Michael Cartwright Band, The Fox Brothers, Alicia Stockman, and a special performance by Utah Flamenco Gipsy Fire Dance.
At the Wasatch Stage located at the Top of Main Street, festivalgoers can enjoy performances from Trio Fratelli, Will Baxter, Aubrie Rose, Megan Blue, The Proper Way, Chanson Creed, Wildwood Willow, and more while exploring food trucks, beverages, and special demonstrations from beverage partners.
The complete performance schedule is available at kimballartsfestival.org.
Festival Experiences for All Ages
Interactive art experiences can be found throughout the festival. Families can stop by the Creation Station on East Heber Avenue to contribute to a collaborative community mural, design custom buttons and colorful bracelets inspired by Kimball Art Center’s current exhibition Re(sounding), and complete the annual festival scavenger hunt–this year dubbed “Fest Quest” with new clues and challenges.
Miner’s Park will feature a pottery showcase from advanced Kimball Art Center ceramics students, along with Wheel Try-It experiences on Saturday that give visitors the opportunity to try throwing clay on a pottery wheel. Face painting will also be available on Sunday.
VIP Experiences
VIP and Weekender Passholders receive three-day festival admission and exclusive access to the VIP Lounge at Kimball Terrace overlooking Main Street.
Throughout the weekend, guests can enjoy complimentary craft cocktails, beer and wine, artist demonstrations, tastings, coffee service, culinary offerings from Culinary Crafts, floral design demonstrations, wellness experiences, and conversations with local makers and artisans.
Beloved Festival Traditions Return
Festival favorites are also returning for 2026, including the Merchandise Tent featuring limited-edition apparel, posters, drinkware, and gifts showcasing artwork by 2026 local T-Shirt Design Contest winners Elle Donavan and Brooke Elanye.
On Sunday morning, Kimball Art Center will once again host Coffee with Kimball, offering complimentary coffee and bagels beginning at 10 a.m. at the Brass Bear Gate. The first 100 guests will receive a limited-edition Kimball Arts Festival travel mug while supplies last.
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About the Park City Kimball Arts Festival
Under the guidance and management of the Kimball Art Center and a longstanding partnership with Park City Municipal Corporation, the Park City Kimball Arts Festival is one of Utah’s leading summer cultural events. Each year, the festival showcases the work of 200 jury-selected artists and welcomes approximately 30,000 attendees from around the world. Now in its 57th year, this three-day, open-air celebration of the arts is considered one of Park City’s signature events.
About Kimball Art Center
Kimball Art Center (KAC) provides international-quality art exhibitions and dynamic educational opportunities for the citizens of Park City, Summit County, Wasatch County, and the region’s many visitors. KAC introduces audiences to the artistic process and the many layers of creativity through its exhibitions, classes, and events. The center embodies the belief that art is a catalyst for growth, encouraging reflection, sparking new ideas, and deepening human connection. Founded in 1976, Kimball Art Center is one of the region’s oldest creative non-profit organizations and a cornerstone of Park City’s arts and cultural community.