Spring Arts Festival

Spring Arts Festival

Set amid picturesque turn-of-the-century homes in the Northeast Gainesville Historic District, the 49th annual Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival on Saturday and Sunday, April 7-8, offers fun and inspiration for the whole family.

2018 Festival Dates and Times

Saturday, April 7, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, April 8, noon to 5 p.m. on Northeast First Street, with music and dance performances at the Actor's Warehouse (619 NE 1st Street) and the Bo Diddley Plaza. Admission is free.

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 Raul Villarreal at 352-395-5355 or raul.villarreal@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 Raul Villarreal at 352-395-5355 or raul.villarreal@sfcollege.edu for information on getting involved.

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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 map below to find directions from your location.

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Important Notice

Please be advised that filming/taping will take place during the 2018 Spring Arts Festival. People entering the festival may appear in the picture. By entering the festival, you grant Santa Fe College or Santa Fe College Foundation the right to film or photograph you and record your voice and to use your voice or likeness without compensation, in connection with the picture and the distribution and exploitation thereof, and you release Santa Fe College or Santa Fe College Foundation and its licensees from all liability in connection therein. You agree and understand that Santa Fe College and Santa Fe College Foundation will proceed in reliance upon such grant and release. Santa Fe College and Santa Fe College Foundation does not assume responsibility for any injury to your person or damage or loss to your property. The use of camera or recording equipment is prohibited due to copyright regulations.

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