Spring Arts Festival

SF Spring Arts Festival Canceled

Out of an abundance of caution, and in order to respect the health and safety of the attendees and not strain city services, the 51^st annual Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival will be canceled.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but the protection of the health and welfare of the community is paramount.

We are hopeful that our community and the world get past this pandemic and look forward to next year’s Spring Arts Festival April 10 and 11, 2021.

Set amid picturesque turn-of-the-century homes in the Northeast Gainesville Historic District, the annual Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival offers fun and inspiration for the whole family.

Remembering Raúl Villarreal

Raúl Villarreal was the Coordinator of Cultural Programs until his unexpected death on July 18, 2019. His wife of 30 years, Rita, was by his side. Raúl produced and curated the College’s annual Spring Arts Festival, taught art and Spanish classes at local retirement communities, and frequently mentored artists in his free time. He curated, managed and expanded the Santa Fe College Foundation’s art collection. Raúl was an accomplished artist with more than a dozen solo exhibits in the Manhattan area and in Florida. His paintings also were exhibited or are in private collections and galleries in Spain, China, Italy, New York, New England, Philadelphia, Colorado and California, to name just a few. To learn more visit Festival News.

Announcing Future Festival Dates!

2020: The 51st annual Spring Arts Festival dates have been set for Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 29, from noon to 5 p.m. on historic Northeast First Street, with music and dance performances at the Actor's Warehouse (619 NE 1st Street). Admission is free.

2021: Mark your calendars early for the 52nd annual Spring Arts Festival Saturday, April 10, and Sunday, April 11.

Get involved with the Spring Arts Festival!

Volunteers and Sponsors are what keep the Spring Arts Festival rolling. We couldn't do it without those dedicated individuals who choose to give their time and money to help a worthy cause. The monetary donations given by Sponsors and Patrons are tax-deductible and greatly appreciated.

Contact the Office for Advancement at 352-395-5200 or development@sfcollege.edu for more information about getting involved.

Sponsoring Our Event

The festival is one of the three largest annual events in Gainesville and is known for its high quality, unique artwork. Each year, more than 100,000 attendees partake in the festival.

Sponsor event activities
Sponsor the poster unveiling
Sponsor the entertainment

Contact the Office for Advancement at 352-395-5200 or development@sfcollege.edu for information on getting involved.

Traveling to the Spring Arts Festival

The festival is held on NE 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601 in Gainesville's downtown historic district, nestled amid restored turn-of-the century homes, stately palms and abundant azaleas. Click on the map link above to find directions from your location.

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Important Notice

Please be advised 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 written consent of the artist.

By entering the Spring Arts Festival, you grant Santa Fe College and the Santa Fe College Foundation (the Event Producers) the right to record your voice or likeness on film or by photograph. In connection with the distribution of such images or voice recordings, you waive any right to compensation and you release the Event Producers, and their licensees, from any and all liability in connection with the use and distribution of such images.

You understand and expressly agree that the event producers do not assume responsibility for any injury to your person or damage or loss to your property.

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