Spring Arts Festival

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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.

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 43 - Shands to SF

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.