Festival of the Arts

Culinary Arts

Festival is famous for its food. Expect to see a vast array of savory and sweet from local restaurants and family-owned businesses on International Food Row. There’s something for everyone that will leave you wanting seconds!

Applications for the 2025 Festival of the Arts are open! 

2024 Festival of the Art Food Awards

Local judges will sample offerings from each food tent to discover their favorites. Judges will base their scores on quality, presentation, affordability, and taste. Be on the lookout for signage at the winner’s booths throughout the weekend! Awards are presented for Best in Show, Best Savory, Best Sweet, and Kid’s Choice. Check out the 2024 winners below! 

Best in Show – Korean Fried Chicken w/ Asian Cornslaw – Lucky Lucky Dumpling Co.

Best Savory – Sizzle N Spice – Meat Lovers Combo Platter

Best Sweet – Maple Bacon Cinnamon Roll Parfait – Desserts by Marshall

Kid’s Choice – Watermelon Patch Shaved Ice Special – Snow S’more