Big Four Arts Festival at Big Four Bridge
September 12 & 13, 2026
About the event:
Each year, the Big Four™ Arts Festival invites guests to join us on the first weekend in September under the Big Four Bridge to enjoy exceptional art from renowned local, national and international artists. Nestled in the shaded tree-lined aisles of the festival, you will find nearly 200 artists, including many brand new, never-before-seen emerging artists sponsored and featured by the Big Four Arts Festival. The Big Four Arts Festival located just under the Big Four Bridge is free and open to the public on Saturday and Sunday. For more info about the festival, click here.
About the festival for visitors:
The Big Four Bridge Art Festival is a free public arts festival in the heart of Downtown Louisville. Surrounded by a beautiful venue with entertainment, food, beverages, and children's activities in a family-friendly atmosphere.
About the festival for artists:
The Big Four Arts Festival in Louisville, KY is held in Waterfront Park at the Big Four Bridge Lawn – four gorgeous acres of tree lined walks overlooking the Ohio River. Better than 2 million people visit Waterfront Park annually, and 25,000 stroll the Big Four pedestrian bridge each weekend. The Festival is known by artists for its easy access, spacious booth layouts, and many artist amenities.
“Big Four” is a registered trademark of Waterfront Development Corporation. Used with permission throughout.
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