The 2026 Manayunk Arts Festival

June 21, 2026
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The show’s 37th anniversary brings a contemporary feel and new energy as the tri-state area’s largest outdoor juried arts festival looks to evolve.

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Since its inception in 1990, the Manayunk Arts Festival continues to evolve as the tri-state area’s largest outdoor juried arts festival.

The Manayunk Development Corporation is excited to celebrate the 37th annual Manayunk Arts Festival on Saturday, June 27th from 11am to 7pm and Sunday, June 28th from 11am to 5pm. The tradition of being the tri-state area’s largest outdoor juried art festival—and the largest in Pennsylvania—will continue as Main Street hosts approximately 300 different local and nationally known artists and crafters.

This year, the Manayunk Arts Festival is embracing a fresh vibe aimed at younger audiences, with activations like Baby Face Studios student sales, the Emerging Artists tent, and quirky pop-up experiences like the Funk Shop by Lucky’s Last Chance — bringing new energy and a contemporary feel to this historic event!

Art — and the Festival itself — is always evolving, showcasing exciting new artists alongside many longtime favorites that festivalgoers have come to love. Over 100,000 collectors, buyers, browsers and designers visit Main Street for this iconic event. In addition to art and crafts, visitors can enjoy food and drink vendors, merchant specials, live art demonstrations, and much more.

Each year, one artist’s work is selected to be featured across marketing materials, including posters, billboards, and digital campaigns. The 2026 featured artist is Manayunk local, Ryanne Bonde!

As Philadelphia gears up for all things America 250, the Manayunk Arts Festival is proud to be part of a landmark year for the city, highlighting the creativity, culture, and community that continue to define Philadelphia and America’s birthplace today! This year, in ode to the Semiquincentennial, over 50 Main Street businesses will be flying America 250 Flags all summer.

A standout feature of the show is the Emerging Artist Program, which highlights local and up-and-coming talent. This initiative allows young and new artists to begin showing and selling their work. Each artist may participate as an emerging artist for up to three years before being invited to join the main festival. This year, 30 Emerging Artists will be featured on Grape Street, a side street just off Main Street, which will be closed to create a dedicated Emerging Artist area.

The Manayunk Arts Festival, organized and operated by the Manayunk Development Corporation, is a free event open to the public and will feature artists from eight different disciplines: fiber, glass, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, painting, drawing, photography, and wood & sculpture. Visitors can also enjoy food and beverages from Manayunk’s renowned restaurants and cool off by shopping at the district’s unique boutiques and stores.

The Manayunk Arts Festival is a rain or shine event — dress accordingly!

37th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival

When: Saturday, June 27th & Sunday, June 28th, 2026
Times: Saturday, 11am-7pm; Sunday, 11am-5pm
Where: Main Street, Manayunk
Cost: Free to roam, have fun and shop
Pet Policy: Dogs welcome. Leashes required.
Weather Policy: Rain or Shine (there are no rain dates)
National Artists in Attendance: Over 300
Website: https://manayunk.com/mnyk-events/manayunk-art-festival/