Save the Date: August 1, 2026 - Fayette Festival of the Arts - Fayette, Missouri
Widely
anticipated each year, the festival has earned a
reputation as the signature summer celebration
for the Fayette area. From sunrise to sunset,
the historic courthouse square will be alive
with activity—offering performances from the
Howard County Memorial Bandstand and the
courthouse lawn starting at 9 a.m. Visitors can
expect a lively mix of musical styles, artisan
demonstrations, vendor booths, and a tempting
selection of food and beverages. Children will
find plenty to enjoy as well, with hands-on
activities and entertainment designed just for
them. Art will
once again take center stage. Adult works will
be showcased in the Ashby-Hodge Gallery of
American Art in Classic Hall at Central
Methodist University, while youth entries will
be displayed at a location on the courthouse
square. For quilting enthusiasts, the
Peacemakers Quilting Group will transform the
sanctuary of Linn Memorial United Methodist
Church, also on the CMU campus, into a dazzling
display of color and craftsmanship. The setting
is as much a part of the experience as the
festival itself. Founded in 1823, Fayette serves
as the county seat of Howard County, with the
stately courthouse and surrounding square
providing a picture-perfect backdrop for the
day’s events. Central Methodist University, home
to both the Ashby-Hodge Gallery and Linn
Memorial United Methodist Church, is only a
short walk from the square, and a convenient
shuttle service will be available for festival
goers. With its
rich mix of art, music, food, and community
spirit, the Fayette Festival of the Arts
promises to be a day to remember.
The
Fayette Festival of the Arts, sponsored by the
Fayette Area Heritage Association (FAHA) in
partnership with other community organizations,
will return on August 1, 2026, bringing music,
art, and tradition to the heart of this historic
Missouri town.