Greenway Art Festival 2026: 22nd Year at Old Fort Park

The 22nd Annual Greenway Art Festival brings a juried fine art show to Old Fort Park in Murfreesboro on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Greenway Art Festival returns to Old Fort Park on Saturday, September 19, 2026, marking the 22nd year of the juried fine art show along the Murfreesboro Greenway. The festival runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is presented by the Cultural Arts division of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation.

After more than two decades, the festival remains one of the city's longest-running arts events, and one of the few in Rutherford County that sets an outdoor art show directly on a public trail.

Greenway Art Festival Details

The festival is held at Old Fort Park along the Greenway trail. The City of Murfreesboro calendar lists the Old Fort Park Trailhead at 275 Golf Lane as the event location. The full listing, with times and venue details, is on the 22nd Annual Greenway Art Festival event page.

A Juried Show of Original Fine Art

The Greenway Art Festival is a juried exhibition rather than an open craft market. According to the city, artists are selected on the basis of subject, overall quality, originality and presentation. The work on display is original fine art, and the city lists printmaking, bookbinding, fiber art, painting, drawing, photography and sculpture among the media represented.

Visit Rutherford County's listing for the festival also mentions live entertainment and local food trucks alongside the artwork.

A Junior Edition for Young Artists

2026 is also the 4th annual junior edition of the festival. The city runs the junior division alongside the 22nd annual adult exhibition, giving young artists a place in the same show.

Parking

Guest parking is available in three lots at Old Fort Park: the Kid's Castle playground lot, the Old Fort tennis court lot and the Old Fort ball field lot. The city has not published a shuttle or alternate parking plan for 2026.

Admission

The city's festival page does not state an admission price. Anyone planning a visit should check the City of Murfreesboro Greenway Art Festival page for current details before heading out.

More to Do That Weekend

The festival anchors a busy stretch of fall events in Murfreesboro. The following Saturday, September 26, Oaklands Mansion hosts its 12th Annual Oktoberfest. For more ideas, see this weekend in Murfreesboro or browse the full Murfreesboro events calendar.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the 2026 Greenway Art Festival? Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time.

Where is the Greenway Art Festival held? At Old Fort Park along the Murfreesboro Greenway. The city calendar lists the Old Fort Park Trailhead, 275 Golf Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37129.

Who organizes the festival? The Cultural Arts division of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation.

Is the Greenway Art Festival juried? Yes. Artists are selected by jury based on subject, overall quality, originality and presentation.

What kind of art will be on display? Original fine art, including printmaking, bookbinding, fiber art, painting, drawing, photography and sculpture.

Is there a youth division? Yes. 2026 is the 4th annual junior edition of the festival.

Where can I park? In the Kid's Castle playground lot, the Old Fort tennis court lot or the Old Fort ball field lot at Old Fort Park.

Is the festival free? The city's festival page does not state an admission price. Check with Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation for current details.

Event Details - Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026 - Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. - Location: Old Fort Park Trailhead, 275 Golf Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 - Organizer: Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation, Cultural Arts division - More Info: murfreesborotn.gov - Event listing: 22nd Annual Greenway Art Festival