Doylestown Arts Festival Seeks Artists, Musicians For 35th Anniversary Event

DOYLESTOWN, PA — The Doylestown Arts Festival is seeking applications from local and regional artists and musicians for its 35th annual event this year. The festival is scheduled to take place on Sept. 12 and 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The event is free to the public.

Organizers are now accepting applications online for independent artists and live performers. The deadline for all applications is March 27. Participating artists and musicians will have the opportunity to display their work to visitors in an outdoor marketplace set up on the streets of Doylestown.

The Doylestown Arts Festival has supported local and regional artists and performers for more than 34 years. It is known for attracting buyers and collectors from various locations. The festival also promotes Doylestown and Bucks County on a national level, highlighting the area’s art and cultural district.

Musicians perform during the 2025 Arts Festival. (Jeff Werner/Patch)

In addition to artists and musicians, the festival is seeking partnerships with local art and cultural institutions. These partnerships aim to engage the community and visitors during the event. The festival is also looking for applications for art-based activities to enhance the town-wide experience.

The Doylestown Arts Festival is organized by a volunteer committee from Discover Doylestown and is presented by the Thompson Organization and other sponsors. More information is available on the www.dtownartsfestival.com website.