Save the Date:  August 7, 2027 - Fayette Festival of the Arts - Fayette, Missouri

The 2026 Fayette Festival of the Arts may have been greeted by cool, damp weather, but it once again showcased the creativity, talent, and community spirit that have made it one of central Missouri's favorite summer traditions.

Sponsored by the Fayette Area Heritage Association (FAHA) in partnership with local organizations and volunteers, the festival brought together artists, musicians, vendors, classic car enthusiasts, quilters, bakers, and community organizations for a day celebrating the best of Fayette and Howard County. Despite the cool, rainy conditions, festival participants and visitors enjoyed a full day of art, music, food, history, and family-friendly activities.

The historic courthouse square featured live entertainment, artisan demonstrations, food vendors, children's activities, community exhibits, and vendor booths, creating a welcoming atmosphere throughout the day.

One of the festival's highlights was the 25th Annual Fayette Art Show, featuring both Adult and Student divisions. Adult artwork was displayed in the Ashby-Hodge Gallery of American Art on the Central Methodist University campus, while Student entries were exhibited at First Christian Church. The show once again provided artists of all ages with an opportunity to share their talents and compete for awards.

Festival favorites also included the Mary Jarboe Memorial Cake Show and Auction, the Classic Car Show, Kids Korner activities, live music throughout the day, and the Quilt Show, Stitches and Stories, at Linn Memorial United Methodist Church.

Visitors experienced Fayette's rich history and small-town hospitality while enjoying the many festival events. Shuttle service connected the courthouse square with activities on the Central Methodist University campus, making it easy to explore everything the festival had to offer.

The success of the Fayette Festival of the Arts depends on the many volunteers, sponsors, exhibitors, performers, and participants who generously share their time and talents each year. Their dedication continues to make this community celebration possible.

Mark your calendars now for the 2027 Fayette Festival of the Arts on Saturday, August 7, 2027! Plans are already underway for another outstanding celebration of art, music, history, and community. Whether you are an artist, quilter, musician, baker, vendor, classic car enthusiast, volunteer, or simply someone looking for a wonderful family outing, we invite you to join us next summer.

For festival updates, registration information, and announcements throughout the year, visit fayettefestival.org and follow the Fayette Festival of the Arts on Facebook.