Large crowds enjoyed last weekend’s Cottonwood Art Festival thanks to sunny weather and no rain before or during the event. People (and pets) strolled the grounds enjoying live music, festival food and the colorful work of close to 200 talented artists. This fall marked the second annual Chalk the Walk contest, with cash prizes given to local artists ages 12 and up. Winners are as follows:  

  • Best of Show- Adult ($500) 
    Raven Johnson (space #10)  
  • Best of Show- Team/Family ($400) 
    Peyton Smith, Lacy Smith, Sage Rocker and Ellie Pace (space #8)  
  • Best of Show- Youth ($250) 
    Zeke Wooten (space #13)  
  • People’s Choice Award ($150) 
    Peyton Smith, Lacy Smith, Sage Rocker and Ellie Pace (space #8) 

The Spring 2025 Cottonwood Art Festival is scheduled to take place May 4-5.  

Website: www.cottonwoodartfestival.com