{"id":238670,"date":"2026-04-20T09:38:49","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T09:38:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/238670\/"},"modified":"2026-04-20T09:38:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T09:38:49","slug":"a-photo-tour-of-2026-chain-of-parks-art-festival-in-tallahassee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/238670\/","title":{"rendered":"A photo tour of 2026 Chain of Parks Art Festival in Tallahassee"},"content":{"rendered":"

Families and art lovers filled the shaded paths of downtown Tallahassee during the LeMoyne Chain of Parks Art Festival<\/a> on Saturday morning, browsing rows of white tents and stopping to chat with local and visiting artists about a vibrant collection of artworks, from delicate glasswork and bold sculptures to oil paintings and photography.<\/p>\n

Under the canopy of the historic oaks, the festival hummed with live entertainment, local food vendors, and excitement for live art demonstrations, including 3D anamorphic street art at the Chalk Art Oasis.<\/p>\n

For Amy O\u2019Malley from Minneola, Florida, a first-time vendor, the atmosphere was an immediate draw. \u201cI really enjoy showing in college towns because it\u2019s just a fun, diverse community that really resonates with my artwork,\u201d O\u2019Malley said.<\/p>\n

\"Moments<\/p>\n

Moments from the Chain of Park arts festival in Tallahassee on Saturday April 18, 2026. The festival is open to the public Saturday, April 18, until 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n

Long-time participant Deborah Barnes of Mount Dora, Florida, has returned for 24 years for the sense of community.<\/p>\n

\u201cI enjoy everything about it. The community, the setting, the people that support it,\u201d Barnes said. \u201cThis is one of the few art centers or galleries that really treat the artists so special when we come here.\u201d<\/p>\n

The community spirit extends to the Second Harvest of the Big Bend dry good donation drop boxes located throughout the festival, where visitors are encouraged to give back.<\/p>\n

The Chain of Parks festival is open to the public Saturday, April 18, until 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n

\"Moments<\/p>\n

Moments from the Chain of Park arts festival in Tallahassee on Saturday April 18, 2026. The festival is open to the public Saturday, April 18, until 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n

Whether you are a serious collector or just looking for a Saturday stroll, the Chain of Parks remains Tallahassee\u2019s premier outdoor gallery. While festival goers enjoy the sights and sounds of this cherished event, professional judging is underway across all mediums, with award winners to be announced Sunday morning.<\/p>\n

Set under the majestic live oak trees of downtown Tallahassee\u2019s Bloxham, Lewis, and Randolph “Chain of Parks,\u201d the two-day event will welcome thousands of visitors to view and purchase unique works of fine art from over 160 national juried artists, while enjoying a weekend filled with live 3-D street art, folk and heritage art, live local entertainment, musical processions, children\u2019s art activities, local cultural re-enactments, community connections, delicious local food, craft beer, and more.<\/p>\n

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