The Edmonds Arts Festival has officially opened its call for artists for the juried Gallery Arts portion of its 69th annual event, scheduled for June 19–21, 2026. Regional artists are invited to submit works across two distinct calls covering categories such as painting, sculpture, photography, and digital art, with a submission deadline of May 1. The 2026 edition, led by co-directors Janet Jensen and Cheryl Waale, will feature three premier gallery spaces at the Frances Anderson Center and offer $12,000 in prize awards.
This long-standing Pacific Northwest tradition serves as a vital economic and cultural engine for Edmonds, Washington’s first Certified Creative District. Drawing over 50,000 annual visitors, the festival provides a significant platform for more than 400 regional artists to sell their work. Beyond the immediate marketplace, proceeds from the event are reinvested into the community to fund art scholarships, public art initiatives, and local grants.