Santa Fe College is excited to announce that the 52nd Annual Spring Arts Festival will take place Saturday, April 13, and Sunday, April 14, 2024, on the beautiful grounds of Santa Fe College’s Northwest Campus. Founded in 1969, this annual juried event features the work of fine artists, performances by music and dance groups on multiple stages, college events and performers, international cuisine, as well as student and community artists’ booths.

Artist Booth Locations
See a full list of artists and vendors and where they will be located throughout the festival.

Plan Your Day
Celebrating the Arts in Gainesville, Florida
The purpose of the Spring Arts Festival is to illuminate, inspire, and enrich lives through diverse expressions of the arts as we celebrate the historic Spring Arts Festival at the beautiful SF campus. The festival will spotlight stunning artists and artwork, foster emerging talent, and inspire future generations.
Something for Everyone
This two-day festival includes experiences that everyone can enjoy, including local music and art, kid zones, food trucks and more! Dogs (on-leash only) are also permitted. View the full event schedule to plan your day.
Times
Saturday, April 13, 2024: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday, April 14, 2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location
The festival will be held in a new location this year - the Northwest Campus of Santa Fe College at 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606.
Where to Park
SF's Northwest Campus is conveniently located off I-75 with easy drive-up access and parking surrounding the festivities. See the parking map for details on where to find parking.
Want a Ride?
Gainesville's Regional Transit System (RTS) will be offering free services with extended routes and locations in order to provide adequate transportation to and from the festival both Saturday and Sunday. Please see below for available bus routes.
Route 10 - Rosa Parks Transfer Station to SF
Route 23 - Hobby Lobby to SF (via Ft. Clarke Blvd.)
Route 76 - Haile Market Place to SF
Route 78 - SF to Butler Plaza Transfer Station
Download or print the PDF: 2023 Spring Arts Festival Bus Schedule
Meet This Year's Poster Artist
Stacey Breheny is painter living in High Springs, Florida. She has also been on the faculty at Santa Fe College off and on since 1986. She is currently a “Designated Faculty” teaching art classes at the Watson and Andrews Centers at Santa Fe College.
From 1984-2004, Prof. Breheny was a Museum Artist at the Florida Museum of Natural History at the University of Florida where she was a muralist, illustrator and graphic designer. She produced many of the large-scale habitat murals at the museum.
Ms. Breheny has participated in numerous exhibits and plein-aire events in the region over the years. The poster image “Sparkleberry Spring” was created from life during the annual Open Air Arts Festival in Melrose, Florida.
Our Sponsors and Community Partners
Santa Fe College would like to thank the City of Gainesville for their continued support of the Spring Arts Festival. Santa Fe College would also like to thank the following community partners for their generous support.
City of Gainesville
Painted Lady Records
The How Bazar
Hector Framing & Gallery
Support the Spring Arts Festival at Santa Fe College
Visit the SF Foundation page to learn of ways to give.
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Important Recording Notice to SF Spring Arts Festival Attendees
Santa Fe College reserves the right to record your voice or likeness on film or by photograph. You are not entitled to any compensation, and you release Santa Fe College and its representatives from any and all liability, in connection with any future use and distribution of such images or voice recordings.
The work of the artists is protected by copyright law. Please refrain from the use of cameras, cell phones or other recording devices without the express consent of the artist.