What is the Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival Art Show?
The Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival Art Show is an event located in Cañon City, Colorado and happens during this iconic local event. It brings together a premier, juried show that welcomes all types of artists to help them showcase their craft.
Settled in the Arkansas River backdrop, the event offers opportunities for artists to come together, share their original work, meet other fellow artists, and uplift the art community locally, nationally, and internationally.
When is the Arkansas River Art Festival?
Join us for one of Cañon City’s largest artist gatherings of the year! Indulge in a wide range of creatives, enthusiasts, visions, food vendors, and more!
July 17 & 18, 2026
Time TBD
Centennial Park, Cañon City, Colorado
We ♡ Artists. We ♡ Artists.
How to Get Involved
The success of the Arkansas River Art Festival thrives on our local Colorado community and artist support. Here’s how you can contribute to the Arkansas River Art Festival:
- Volunteer your time: local events always need volunteers to help things run smoothly.
- Be a sponsor: want to be a part of the magic and elevate your brand, become a sponsor!
- Showcase your art: submit your application to become an art vendor and display your art to the world.
- Feed the crowd: starving artists aren’t the only ones who need nourishment. Become a food vendor and serve guests and vendors for the weekend.
We’re still developing our vendor, volunteer, and sponsorship applications. For now, get more information about how to get involved by contacting us below!
