Art in the Park 2024 presented by Midtown Houston

Join us at Midtown Park Plaza, located at the corner of McGowen and Main Street, for our vibrant and free Midtown Art in the Park festival. This year, our urban-style fine art festival celebrates National Jazz Appreciation Month and pays homage to the legendary Maestro Duke Ellington. With a diverse lineup of local artists, art classes, selfie stations, and culinary arts, this one-day event is a wonderful opportunity for the whole family to enjoy.

This free event offers visitors the opportunity to purchase art, participate in free ArtJams (art classes), see public art installations, listen to music, and gather with family and friends in a welcoming environment. Entertainment and activities include:

• Over 30 art vendors
• Food trucks and dessert vendors
• Free face painting for kids
• Selfie stations, art cars and art installations
• Live DJ Mavs spinning your favorite tunes and tributes to Maestro Duke Ellington
• Hustlers Brass Band playing upbeat New Orleans-style sounds
• An interactive ArtJams area with art activities the entire family can enjoy  
• A game zone, including favorites such as UNO, dominoes, and Jenga
• A coloring book station featuring Midtown and jazz favorites
• Chalk displays along the sidewalks to view as artists complete the art
• Cool giveaways from the Midtown Management District!

Hosted by the Cultural Arts and Entertainment District of Midtown Houston, we're proud to support art in all its forms and celebrate our community's thriving art scene.