Lake City, South Carolina, is set to host the annual ArtFields festival from April 10 to May 2, 2026. The event transforms the town into a massive gallery, displaying hundreds of works by Southeastern artists across local boutiques, restaurants, and historic warehouses. This year's competition features over $100,000 in prize money, with winners determined by both a professional jury and a popular vote.
Since its inception in 2013, ArtFields has evolved into a significant economic and cultural driver for the region, establishing Lake City as a year-round arts destination. By involving high-profile curators from major institutions like the New Orleans Museum of Art and the San José Museum of Art, the festival provides regional artists with critical exposure and professional validation while fostering community engagement through public art grants and student competitions.