Palmer Lake
July 24th - 26th
Palmer Lake Centennial Park
live bands . art classes & demos . activities for kids . food trucks . beer & wine sales . stargazing party
Inspired by Chautauqua
The Palmer Lake Arts Fest engages all ages in an interactive arts and educational experience in a spectacular outdoor setting as a modern echo of the original Chautauqua movement of the early 1900s.
Arts, Food, & Activities
Classes & Demos
Schedule coming soon. Watch this space!
Live Music
Join us for an exciting weekend of live music! Enjoy a diverse lineup of bands performing a variety of styles.
Art Vendors
Explore and shop an exciting selection of work from talented local artists. Discover unique creations that reflect the vibrant spirit of our community.
Food Trucks & Beer Garden
Join us for food trucks and a beer garden at Centennial Park.
Stargazing Party
Join us for a magical Star Party with the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society (CSASTRO)! Enjoy an evening of stargazing through telescopes and exploring the wonders of the night sky.
Poetry
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of poetry as local poets share their heartfelt creations. Experience the power of words and celebrate the talent in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow poetry lovers and support our artists!
Plein Air Painting Competition
Kids Art Events
Live Bands
Austin Johnson - Violinist
Anna Grace - Singer
John Marble - Family Musicians
Food Trucks
& Beer Garden
coffee, tacos, pizza, burgers & chicken
Art Vendors Wanted
Saturday & Sunday - July 25 & 26
Details
– July 25 & 26, Saturday & Sunday
– Showcase original, high quality artwork
– Painting, ceramics, sculpture, photography, etc.
– Original work only, must be created by the artist
– No vendor fee; artists must provide their own 10×10 tent
– No electricity available
– $25 Peddler’s License required (Town of Palmer Lake)
– Submit 2 digital images of your work with your application
– Spaces are free but limited – early application encouraged
Application
Please fill out the form below. You can submit up to three photos of your work.
Palmer Lake
Photography Contest
Photo of Palmer Lake or Town of Palmer Lake
First place winner will have photo entry enlarged to a16 x 20in canvas print, custom framed, and displayed in Palmer Lake Town Hall for three months. All winners photographs will be available (enlarged and framed) at the PLAC 2027 Off The Wall fundraiser.
- 1st Place - $300
- 2nd Place - $200
- 3rd Place - $100
Rules:
– Submissions must be of Palmer Lake or town of Palmer Lake
– Original work taken by entrant
– No AI images allowed, limited digital editing
– File type: JPG files
– Free of signatures or watermark
– High resolution, minimum 2400 x 3000 pixels
– No obscene or defamatory subject matter
– Submissions may be in color, black & white or sepia
– Up to three entries per person
– PLAC organizers have rights to use all entries for promotion
Submission
Please fill out the form below. You can submit up to three entries.
Schedule of events
Live Music
Friday
Ashtonz 5:30pm
Saturday
Dead Buddies 2:00pm – 2:45pm
Outage Band 3:15pm – 4:00pm
Ashtonz 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Skin & Bones 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Sunday
Austin Johnson Time TBD
Anna Grace Time TBD
Marble Family Band Time TBD
Cask & Chisel 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Food Trucks
Friday
XCR Coffee Truck 9:00am – 11:00am
Saturday
Smokey D’s BBQ 11:00am – 8:30pm
It’s Just Pizza 11:00am – 8:30pm
Miami Sandwich Machine 11:00am – 8:30pm
El Taco King 11:00am – 8:30pm
Sunday
4th Avenue Crepes 9:00am – 2:00pm
Activities
Friday
Saturday
Plein Air: Paint the Lake: 7:30am – 12:00pm
Bagpipes & Parade 8:00am – 8:30am
Yoga: 8:00am – 9:00am
Journal Creations 8:30am – 9:00am
Journaling: 9:00am – 11:30am
Kids’ Art Activities 8:00am – 11:00am
Chocolate Making Class (Rock House) 9:00am – 10:00am
Plein Air Awards 12:00pm – 12:30pm
Photography Awards: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Public Art Reception: (Village Green) 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Art Demo w/ Plein Air Judge: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Saturday cont.
Phone Photography w/ Krista Bobo 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Kent Workshop: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Zentangle: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Book Writing Class: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Sunday
Kent Workshop: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Yoga (Village Green) 8:00am – 9:00am
Tai Chi (Village Green): 9:00am – 10:00am
Chocolate Making Class (Rock House) 9:00am – 10:00am
Crafts w/ Real red Riding Hoods (at the school) 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Paint by Numbers Class: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Theater Class: 3:00pm – 4pm
Demo and Hands On: 12:00pm – 2:00pm