the largest fine arts festival in Southwest Missouri – featuring 140 artists from all over the country, over 80 performances, delicious food from some of Springfield's favorite restaurants and food vendors, and a kids hands-on area with activities including Chalk-It-Up and the Clay-Mobile, a mobile ceramic arts workshop.

Artsfest is one of the biggest and best events outdoor art festivals in Southwest Missouri. Patrons come back year after year to browse the work of many talented artists, enjoy one of the first outdoor festivals of the spring, and take in the electric atmosphere.