The 2026 Dogwood Festival is here this weekend in Atlanta’s best park. Are you ready for some outdoors fun in the sun with live music, good food and vendors from all over?
There’s no doubt about it. The Dogwood Festival is one of Atlanta’s best festivals.
After 82 years, the Dogwood Festival still aims to inspire as thousands of people continue to converge to see artisans, eat authentic foods, listen to great music and have a good time. This year will be no different.
Dogwood Festival 2026: Everything You Need To Know
Along with an artists market, attendees will be treated to music from the Coca-Cola stage, international stage and a Party in the Park VIP experience with all the trimmings.
Back this year with enhanced security from the Atlanta Police Department, the Dogwood Festival is happening again in Midtown Atlanta and it’s free to the public. Read on to find out all the details about the event:
When Is The Dogwood Festival This Year?
Mark your calendars for April 10–12, 2026, in Piedmont Park, Midtown Atlanta.
- Friday, April 10, 2026: 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (or until 7:00 p.m. per some artist/vendor schedules)
- Saturday, April 11, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Sunday, April 12, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The festival features:
- A large juried artist market with hundreds of artists from across the country showcasing fine art, crafts, photography, jewelry, and more—one of the largest and most diverse in the Southeast.
- Live music on multiple stages, including the main Coca-Cola stage and an international stage, with a mix of genres like rock, blues, soul, funk, Americana, and tribute bands.
- Kids Village with hands-on arts & crafts, interactive activities, face painting, and family-friendly entertainment.
- Food vendors offering a variety of local and festival favorites.
- The popular Mimosa 5K run on Saturday morning (April 11, 2026, starting at 8 a.m.), complete with a fun, festive atmosphere and DJ entertainment.
- Special ticketed Party in the Park VIP Experience for elevated viewing of the main stage, craft beer/wine tastings, private restrooms, and more.
The event celebrates art, music, community, and the outdoors, drawing thousands of locals and visitors each year.
Children and certain groups may have discounts or free entry—confirm details on the official site. The core festival experience remains accessible, while VIP upgrades are available for a premium experience.
The Dogwood Festival will have several music artists slated to perform every year. When we hear more, we will update you. On Saturday morning, there is a Mimosa 5K race as part of the event.
Is The Dogwood Festival Free?
In 2026, organizers have introduced a modest entrance fee to help sustain the event (after a fundraising shortfall threatened its future in prior planning).
- $10 on Saturday and Sunday
- $5 on Friday
Buy VIP Dogwood Festival tickets.
Final Word
The Dogwood Festival is one of the city’s best free outdoors events, but there are some associated ticketed events
You can expect beautiful weather, great food and live music just like it’s been in years past. The Dogwood Festival will have a VIP Experience includes Food and Beer Tasting, Access to VIP tent, Private Restroom Trailers and Seating.
Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace
There are so many fun things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!
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