The SF Teaching Zoo, located on the Northwest Campus, is open during the festival so families can plan a dual destination for a fun filled Gainesville weekend. Enjoy the arts at the festival and then catch the Party for the Planet at the zoo in honor of Earth Day.
Visit the SF Teaching Zoo website →For over forty years, the Fine Arts Department at Santa Fe College has built its programs regionally, nationally and internationally. Students at Santa Fe have access to the best instruction, with the opportunity to perform in public performances & exhibits.
Visit the SF Fine Arts website →We invite you to be part of North Central Florida's classic annual arts event and spring tradition!
Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2011 festival a success. The 2012 Festival is scheduled for April 14 & 15, 2012.
The festival is one of the three largest annual events in Gainesville and is known for its high quality, unique artwork. It is held in the downtown historic district, nestled amid restored turn-of-the century homes, stately palms and abundant azaleas. More than 130,000 visitors are anticipated each year.
Fun for the whole family, the Santa Fe Spring Arts Festival offers a wide selection of activities for all ages. Back again after a successful first year is a free jazz and blues concert at the 42nd Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival.
Find out more about this year’s event. Watch the video in a new window »
Entertainment and Young Artist Applications
Please download the appropriate application below, fill it out and return it to the address below.
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Young Artists Application [404.3KB]
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Entertainment Application [399.6KB]
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Can I bring my pet to the festival?
For public safety, due to the size of the crowd and the nature of the event, pets (with the exception of seeing eye and service animals) are not allowed in the festival site during hours of operation.
