West Main Arts Festival

Next date: Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 12:00 PM to 06:00 PM

Get ready, Arlington! On Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, the heart of Downtown will burst into color, sound, and flavor as the West Main Arts Festival takes over for its 10th annual celebration of all things creative! From 12 to 6 p.m., they're turning the historic West Main Street corridor into one big street party complete with live music, dazzling art, delicious eats, and good vibes for all ages.

It’s more than just a festival. It’s Arlington’s creative heartbeat, pulsing with energy, talent and community spirit. Whether you’re grooving to a jazz set, chatting with an artist, or just strolling with a taco in hand, you’ll feel the magic of West Main.

Festival Highlights:

• Three Live Music Stages – From jazz to rock, indie to acoustic, and even youth performance. Hispanic Heritage stage is new this year. Featuring host Alejandro Terra, Sam Houston High School Mariachi and more
• 70+ Artist Booths – Paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, jewelry, and more.
• Interactive Art – Fun for kids and the young-at-heart.
• Live Art in Action – Watch murals take shape, see painting demos, and join workshops.
• Tasty Local Eats – Food trucks and craft vendors serving up everything from tacos to cold brew.

Since 2016, the West Main Arts Festival has welcomed over 50,000 attendees and pumped more than $500,000 into the local economy, proving that when Arlington comes together for the arts, magic happens. Proudly produced by Create Texas, this is a day you won’t want to miss!

 

When

Location

West Main Street, Downtown Arlington – Between City Hall and the Levitt Pavilion

West Main Street, Downtown Arlington, Arlington, TX