Chain of Parks Art Festival

09/08/2026

The Chain of Parks Art Festival is organized by a dedicated volunteer committee alongside the staff at LeMoyne Arts. Get to know our team, continuing with one of our Zone Captains, Michael Chaney 🎨

Q: What sparked your love for the arts?
A: I liked to imitate my brother, who enjoyed drawing comics. From there, my interest grew with each art class I took. Here is a photo from 1985; I was in high school on a military base in Germany, selling my pen and ink drawings of famous buildings in Europe.

Q: Do you still create today? Who is your favorite artist?
A: I do! I enjoy painting large backdrops for my Halloween trunk-or-treat display. I'm also into performing arts, creating a movie with friends on my birthday each year, and performing a parody raffle time song at the annual conference of the nonprofit where I work. After a recent trip to the Rodin Museum in Paris, I’ve become fond of his sculptures!

Q: What does the Festival mean to you?
A: The Festival is a premier annual event in this city. It feels great to play a small role in helping it be successful. Also, it reminds me of that 1985 photo and my fun times having an art booth.

👇 Your turn: What story or moment first made the arts important to YOU? Share in the comments!
🗓️ Save the Date: 27th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival | April 17 & 18, 2027
🧑‍🎨 Calling Artists: Applications are open now through October 31! Link in bio to apply.

09/02/2026

The Chain of Parks Art Festival is organized by a dedicated volunteer committee alongside the staff at LeMoyne Arts. Get to know our team, continuing with our Operations Coordinator, Amanda Karioth Thompson 🎨

Q: What sparked your love for the arts?
A: I’ve been serious about the arts and creating for as long as I can remember—starting at age four (and as you can see in my photo, I still prefer working on the floor!). Growing up critiquing paintings with my dad, Gerald Ensley, laid the foundation for my appreciation of fine art. I attended FSU and earned two bachelor’s degrees in Studio Art and Art Education, and a master’s degree in Art Education.

Q: Do you still create today?
A: Yes! That early love deepened over time and led to more advanced skills like woodturning, wheel throwing, printmaking, welding, and glassblowing. I also hold a K-12 Florida Art Teacher Certification and volunteer in classrooms across our community.

Q: What does the Festival mean to you?
A: With 20 years of experience as a maker and arts administrator, I am delighted to support artists and cultural institutions through my work as an independent arts consultant, curator, and project manager through my business, .artful. Working with the Festival's artists and local partners is a fully immersive experience where I can use my various cultivated skills to help bring the arts to our community in a highly meaningful way.

👇 Your turn: What story or moment first made the arts important to YOU? Share in the comments!
🗓️ Save the Date: 27th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival | April 17 & 18, 2027
🧑‍🎨 Calling Artists: Applications are open now through October 31! Link in bio to apply.

08/31/2026

The Chain of Parks Art Festival is organized by a dedicated volunteer committee alongside the staff at LeMoyne Arts. Get to know our team, starting with our Festival Director, Powell K. Kreis 🎨

Q: What sparked your love for the arts?
A: My mom noticed my natural pull toward art early on and encouraged me to experiment—from drawing on restaurant placemats to crafts at home. She exposed me to many art museums during our travels and made sure I had access to lots of art classes and summer camps. That early exposure inspired me to take every art class I could, earn a BFA in Fine Art, and build a career in fashion design and the fine arts.

Q: Do you still create today?
A: When I can! I love making jewelry and painting gifts for loved ones, and right now I’m having so much fun painting a mural in my baby’s nursery.

Q: What does the Festival mean to you?
A: Managing the Festival is an incredible honor. Many people are discouraged from pursuing creative careers, so helping artists showcase their talent and build sustainable livelihoods is deeply rewarding. I also love watching kids discover their own creative spark! To me, art isn't a luxury—it’s as essential as water or oxygen. Being immersed in creativity feeds my soul and shapes how I experience the world. It’s a universal language.

👇 Your turn: What story or moment first made the arts important to YOU? Share in the comments!
🗓️ Save the Date: 27th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival | April 17 & 18, 2027
🧑‍🎨 Calling Artists: Applications are open now through October 31! Link in bio to apply.

08/15/2026

Thank you WCTV.tv & Julie Montanaro WCTV Anchor & Reporter for helping us share this great news! We’re thrilled to celebrate this honor with our community 💚

The city’s Chain of Parks Art Festival is now ranked the number five art and design festival in the nation and the number one art festival in Florida.

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08/15/2026

🎨 Calling Professional Fine & Heritage Artists! The application for LeMoyne's 27th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival is OPEN! 🎨

DEADLINE: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026

Ranked the #5 Fine Art Festival in the nation (including the top-ranked in Florida) by Sunshine Artist Magazine, this premier festival, located in downtown Tallahassee on April 17 & 18, 2027, is your chance to be part of a nationally ranked event that draws over 45,000 art-loving patrons and offers more than $10,000 in artist awards.

What you need to apply:
💚 3 images that best represent your current work
💚 A photo of your booth display
💚 Professional artist statement
💚 Average price points (show your range)
💚 A $35.00 application fee (non-refundable)

Review the guidelines and apply now at:
https://chainofparks.org/artist-application/

All other applications (Entertainers, Food Vendors, Community Partners, etc.) will be available from Nov. 1 until Feb. 1, 2027.

08/14/2026

🌟 We are thrilled to announce that LeMoyne's Chain of Parks Art Festival has been ranked the #5 "Fine Art & Design Festival" in the Nation, maintaining its position as the top-ranked fine art festival in Florida!

🎨The Festival continues to stand among the nation’s top fine art events, earning its place in Sunshine Artist Magazine’s prestigious 200 Best list for 12 consecutive years, and making an impressive 8th appearance in the Top 10 for fine art festivals in the Nation. This incredible honor is based on a weighted survey where artists reported their gross sales from the past year, which provides the most objective measure of a show's success.

🌳This achievement is a testament to the talented artists and wonderful community who make the Festival a huge success year after year. Thank you to everyone involved!

🗓The 27th annual Chain of Parks Art Festival will return to downtown Tallahassee on Saturday and Sunday, April 17 and 18, 2027, starting at 10am. Presented by with support from and the

Expect a first-class, fun-filled outdoor cultural experience at the Chain of Parks Art Festival in downtown Tallahassee! This beloved event allows over 40,000 visitors to view and purchase unique works of fine art from 170+ national juried artists in a delightful Southern outdoor setting, while enjo...

08/13/2026

LeMoyne’s 27th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival returns to Downtown Tallahassee on April 17 & 18, 2027
🕙 Sat. 10am–5pm & Sun. 10am–4pm
📍Tallahassee, Florida's "Chain of Parks" (Bloxham, Lewis, and Randolph Park)

🌳Join us to support the arts and make a difference in our community. Here are some ways you can get involved:
1.) Apply to participate!
2.) Volunteer! The Festival runs on the passion of volunteers, and we want YOU. Whether you can help for a few hours or lead a team, there’s a role for everyone: entertainment, logistics, marketing, and more. Student groups and civic organizations welcome!
3.) Help support the future of the Festival and become a sponsor.

📬 Email [email protected] to learn more about ways to get involved.

Presented by with support from and the

08/12/2026

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDAR! LeMoyne’s 27th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival returns to Downtown Tallahassee on April 17 & 18, 2027
🕙 Sat. 10am–5pm & Sun. 10am–4pm
📍Tallahassee, Florida's "Chain of Parks" (Bloxham, Lewis, and Randolph Park)
🎫The Festival is FREE and open to the public!
💻ChainofParks.com

Want to get involved?? Annual Deadlines:
• Artist Apps: Mid. Aug. – Oct. 31
• Participant Apps ( Garden Guardian sculpture exhibit, food vendors, entertainers, etc.): Nov. 1 – Feb. 1
• Sponsorship Deadline: Now -Feb. 28

💚Presented by with support from and the

07/06/2026

We've been having so much fun reviewing the feedback from our 2026 Visitor Survey! Thank you to everyone who took the time to provide valuable feedback and kind words; it means a lot to the team.

📅 SAVE THE DATE! LeMoyne’s 27th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival returns to Downtown Tallahassee on April 17 & 18, 2027
🕙 Sat. 10am–5pm & Sun. 10am–4pm
📍Tallahassee, Florida's "Chain of Parks" (Bloxham, Lewis, and Randolph Park)
🎫The Festival is FREE and open to the public!
💻ChainofParks.com

🧑‍🎨 Annual Deadlines:
• Artist Apps: Mid. Aug. – Oct. 31
• Participant Apps (food vendors, entertainers, etc.): Nov. 1 – Feb. 1
• Sponsorship Deadline: Feb. 28

💚Presented by with support from and the

07/02/2026

🎨Sharing a little throwback Thursday video, featuring an interview with innovative portrait painter Emma Greenhill! We loved showcasing her talent during the 2026 Festival.

Want to be an exhibiting artist like Emma? Applications will be available in mid-August through Oct. 31, 2026, at ChainofParks.com.

Save the Date for the 27th Annual Festival, coming April 17 & 18, 2027.
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