Calendar and Events
Upcoming and recent shows, markets, exhibitions and activities.
May Market at Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Visit us at the annual May Market! Like the holiday Bazaar, the May Market will be a free, family-friendly experience showcasing the work of 100+ regional artists and artisans under one roof. 6100 Airport Blvd. April 26 – May 27, 2024 (Fridays – Sundays only, plus Memorial Day)Hours: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Austin Witchfest 2024
Join us for a magical day of celebration, education and practice of witchcraft, in all it's forms! Presale General Admission: $15, on sale now through 04/27/24! General Admission: $20, on sale 04/28/24. At the Palmer Events Center on Sunday, April 28, 2024 10am-6pm.
Fright Gallery 5
A gallery of encompassing horror. A profusion of dark and macabre artists will devour the walls with visions of terror. Showcases local dark and horror artists. Live DJ presentation by our own Chamber of Horror Orchestra. Live art presentations by local artists. 18+ (for content), $10 at Ben Hur Shrine Temple, 7811 Rockwood Ln., Austin, on June 29, 2024, 5pm-10pm.
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
The best annual Bazaar featuring handmade, unique work of over 200 artists. The Bazaar runs 7 days a week from 10 am – 10 pm, at 6100 Airport Blvd. Shoppers are allowed inside on a first-come, first-served basis. However, you may have a brief wait if the store is already at capacity. Starts Friday, Nov. 17 - Dec. 24, 2023.
Pollinator Palooza
Join us for an extraordinary interactive Art + Music experience for the Austin Studio Tour, benefitting our nonprofit partner, SIMS Foundation at TreeGarden. Open during East Austin Studio weekends, Nov 11, 12, 18 & 19. Opening party November 11th, 3 - 9 pm.
Lockhart Open Studio Tour
Follow the map to take this self-guided tour to visit 9 stops with artists studios, around the city of Lockhart, Texas to meet 11 artists and learn about their process. Saturday, Dec 2nd, 11-6
Sunday, Dec 3rd, 12-5
FRIGHT GALLERY 4
A gallery of encompassing horror. A profusion of dark and macabre artists will devour the walls with visions of terror. Showcases local dark and horror artists. Live DJ presentation by our own Chamber of Horror Orchestra. Live art presentations by local artists. 18+ (for content), $10 at Ben Hur Shrine Temple Austin, TX on Saturday, September 2, 5pm-10pm
May Market at Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Visit us at the annual May Market! Like the holiday Bazaar, the May Market will be a free, family-friendly experience showcasing the work of 100+ regional artists and artisans under one roof. 6100 Airport Blvd. April 28 – May 29, 2023 (Fridays – Sundays only, plus Memorial Day) Hours: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
The King William Fair
Fun-filled, family festival on the final Saturday of Fiesta® San Antonio each year. Beginning with a delightfully funky parade, the day-long event offers a variety of art and craft vendors, lively music, dance, Kids Kingdom play area, and delicious food and beverages. But what really sets this event apart is the sparkling beauty of its historic setting near the heart of downtown San Antonio! $20 admission. Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 8a.m - 6p.m.
Austin Witchfest
Come spend the day with us at beautiful Pioneer Farms! General admission tickets are $10 and include admittance to the festival, musical entertainment, schedule of events, and a raffle ticket. This is an outdoor festival and COVID-19 protocols will be in accordance with city guidelines. Saturday, March 4th, 2023 from 10am - 9pm.
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
The best annual Bazaar featuring handmade, unique work of over 200 artists. The Bazaar runs 7 days a week from 10 am – 10 pm, at 6100 Airport Blvd. Shoppers are allowed inside on a first-come, first-served basis. However, you may have a brief wait if the store is already at capacity. Starts Friday, Nov. 18 - Dec. 24, 2022.
Small Works 2022
Juried art exhibit of small works for sale, just in time for the holidays! To be held at the Georgetown Art Center in the historic district of Georgetown 816 South Main St., Georgetown, TX. Exhibition: Fri. Nov. 11 - Thur. Dec. 22, 2022.
Artist Reception: November 19, 4-6 PM
LIFE of H2O
A Creative Collaboration celebrating the life-giving gifts of Water. Join us for an extraordinary interactive art experience for both weekends of the Austin Studio Tour, benefitting the nonprofit, Art4Water + The Watershed Association. Living Art by 42 Austin Artists with Live Music + Eats + Drinks + Family-Friendly Fun! Austin, TX.
Party Free RSVP: Sat. Nov. 12th, 3 - 9 pm .
May Market at Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Visit us at the second annual May Market! Like the holiday Bazaar, the May Market will be a free, family-friendly experience showcasing the work of 100+ regional artists and artisans under one roof. 6100 Airport Blvd. April 29 – May 30, 2022 (Fridays – Sundays only) from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Fright Gallery
The 3rd annual Fright Gallery returns to showcase local horror and dark artists in a gallery setting. Unlike any other art gallery, this one is catered for the horror fan. $10, 21 years old and up. Vulcan Gas Company, Austin, Sunday, May 22, 2022, 5-10pm.
The King William Fair
Fun-filled, family festival on the final Saturday of Fiesta® San Antonio each year. Beginning with a delightfully funky parade, the day-long event offers a variety of art and craft vendors, lively music, dance, Kids Kingdom play area, and delicious food and beverages. But what really sets this event apart is the sparkling beauty of its historic setting near the heart of downtown San Antonio! $20 admission. Saturday, April 6, 2022 from 9am - 6pm.
Austin Witchfest
Come spend the day with us at beautiful Pioneer Farms! General admission tickets are $10 and include admittance to the festival, musical entertainment, schedule of events, and a raffle ticket. This is an outdoor festival and COVID-19 protocols will be in accordance with city guidelines. Saturday, March 9, 2022 from 10am - 9pm.
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
The Bazaar will run 7 days a week from 10 am – 10 pm, at 6100 Airport Blvd. Shoppers are allowed inside on a first-come, first-served basis. However, you may have a brief wait if the store is already at capacity. Starts Friday, Nov. 19 - Dec. 24, 2021.
Sycamore stump and logs we made into art
We Speak for the Trees
When the power company cut down their big Sycamore tree at TreeGarden they wanted to honor her memory by giving the wood to 44 artists to create with. Come see the creations. Nov. 13, 3-9 pm. On display Nov. 13 - Dec. 11, 2021.
Virtual Market of The Beast: Satanic Solstice
A virtual dark art market for the weird, wild, occult, and obscure! The full schedule will include live steams, giveaways, a Spotify play list, and much more. Be aware that times are Pacific Standard Time. Dec. 3-4, 2021
UMLAUF After Dark
UMLAUF After Dark hosts an annual Winter Market! Browse gifts and art from local makers, listen for the Tinsel Singers, and enjoy a cocktail from Tito's Handmade Vodka. General Public: $12, Free for Museum members. Wed. Dec. 1, 2021, 6-9pm
Winged woman dark art by Emily V. Keefe
Virtual Market of The Beast: Thinning the Veil
A virtual dark art market for the weird, wild, occult, and obscure! The full schedule will include live steams, giveaways, a Spotify play list, and much more. Be aware that times are Pacific Standard Time. Oct. 1-3, 2021.
BACKYARD R3VIVAL
Free outdoor socially distanced event with live music, art, and food at TreeGarden. Donations will benefit the Texas Farmer Winter Storm Relief Fund to support small, sustainable family farmers + ranchers devastated by the winter storms. Sat. March 13, 3-9 pm.
Handmade goods and art. Our talented artists create anything from taxidermy, bone jewelry and occult images to apothecary, pins, patches, and more.
Virtual Market of The Beast: May Day
A virtual dark art market for the weird, wild, occult, and obscure, celebrating the 1 year anniversary of going virtual! The full schedule will include live steams, giveaways, a Spotify play list, and much more. Be aware that times Pacific Standard Time. April 30-May2, 2021.
Live Demo for the Market of the Beast
We'll start on our Instagram page, at 5pm CST, then switch over to the Market of the Beast page, at 6pm CST. Each segment will be about 20 minutes. February 5, 2020.
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
The Bazaar will run 7 days a week from 10 am – 10 pm, at 6100 Airport Blvd. Free admission with reservation for safe, limited capacity shopping experience. See the website for all the ways to shop. Starts Friday, Nov. 13 - Dec. 24, 2020.
Virtual Market of The Beast: Eat Your Heart Out
A virtual dark art market for the weird, wild, occult, and obscure. Explore the 69 artists via the website and social media at @marketofthebeast. The full schedule will include live steams and a Spotify play list. Be aware that times Pacific Standard Time. February 5th-7th, 2020.
TreeGarden Holiday Happening
Enjoy a magical holiday experience with live music and art, candle lighting ceremony, plus a special grab & give gift section with lovingly packaged holiday gifts + gift certificates. Free with RSVP or with purchase options available on at the link. Dec. 12, 1-7pm, 2020.
Blood Bazaar Online
Horror For The Holidays online edition! The pandemic may have spoiled our event fun for this year, but you can still find your favorite horror vendors … digitally! All of our vendors are Texas-based and that means you’re supporting your local artists and vendors when you shop from them. Thank you from all of us! Nov. 21-Dec. 31, 2020.
Artists Sunday
Artists Sunday is the nationwide movement encouraging consumers to shop with artists and craftsmen. It follows Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Nov. 29, 2020.
Holiday Artist Market
Ghost Pepper Glass and Black Feather Vintage Works are hosting an artist Holiday Market! They’ve curated a very talented group of local Austin makers, creatives, and fashionistas that we’re excited to join! Dec. 5 & 6, 2020, 11am - 5pm.
Chaos Woods Studio Tour
4 opportunities to watch live streamed demonstrations of woodturning & carving with Terry or pyrography with Sarah in this series of Facebook and Instagram Live studio tours, Nov. 15-21, 2020.
Austin Studio Tour
Join us for (a new) Austin Studio Tour featuring Virtual Exhibitions, Online Programs, and city-wide Art Outdoors that can be safely viewed by self-guided walking or drive-by tours. Find out more about my art by checking out the newly expanded tour website at AustinStudioTour.org starting Nov. 14 - 22, 2020.
Web of Life Market
30 plus magickal vendors, daily market video chat, speakers, door prizes, live classes, rituals, witchy vibes. Some classes have an additional fee but otherwise it’s FREE. Visit www.weboflifemarket.com During Market Dates, Oct. 16-18, 2020.
ART ART ART II
Exhibition at Art for the People dedicated to original art created by local artists & curated without a theme on display from Sat. May 30 - 'Til Late Summer 2020.
Celebrities - Pet & People Portraits
Chaos Woods will be included in the Austin gallery, Art for the People exhibition starting Fri., Jan. 31st - Sat., March 28th Opening Reception: Fri., Feb. 7th, 6pm - 9pm.
Austin Witchfest 2020
Fun festival dedicated to all things witchy! Held in the beautiful outdoor Pioneer Farms, we hope that you will join us for a day full of workshops, rituals, vendors, raffle prizes, entertainment and more! Tickets are $5. Sat., March 7, 2020 from 10 AM – 5 PM.
Stop #43 on the 2019 East Austin Studio Tour (EAST)
A free, annual, self-guided art event. East provides opportunities for the public to meet the local artists and artisans in their creative spaces. Visit us November 16–17 & 23–24, 2019.
Woodturning & Wood Burning Demo Day
Terry will turn wood on the lathe & Sarah will draw on wood with a pyrography pen on Sun. Nov. 17 during EAST. Free!
Horror for the Holidays
Holiday art and gift bazaar for the twisted, the devious and true horror fans. We're excited to join Blood Over Texas at Travis County Exposition Center, Nov. 23 2019 .
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Holiday shopping with more than 200 artists offering a wide variety of imaginative and beautiful gifts! Open early this year Nov. 22nd through Christmas Eve Dec. 24th, 2019. Austin, Texas.
Pecan Street Festival
Join us and 300 other juried vendors, food concessions, 3 stages of music, kids rides and petting zoo, and so much more! Free two-day arts festival in downtown Austin’s Sixth Street Historic District, Sept. 21st & 22nd, 2019.
Woodaversary Art Show
Featuring the art of Harry Angel, Beachwalker Boxes, Chaos Woods, Scott Rolfe, and Linda Wandt and music of Eerie Family, Blue Miner, Bruised Sinatra and Erik B. Chaos Woods celebrated our 5th year in business and in celebration of 5th anniversaries, the Woodaversary, at Leona Gallery, Aug. 16-25.
42nd Annual Spring Pecan Street
Excited to be joining the other blocks of vendors, food concessions, 3 stages of music, kids rides and petting zoo, and so much more! Free two-day arts festival in downtown Austin’s Sixth Street Historic District, May 4 & 5, 2019.
West Austin Studio Tour (WEST)
Chaos Woods will be joining amazing Austin artists on display at the Blue Genie "Big Top" for this free annual, self-guided tour, May 11–12 & 18–19, 2019 from 11am – 6pm.
Wimberley Arts Fest
Over 100 artists booths nestled among pecan trees, food trucks, beer and wine booth and live music all overlooking the river. April 27 & 28, 2019.
Art of Celebration
We are super excited to be included in this extra special exhibition because Art for the People donates 5% of exhibition art sales to Share Art Heal, February 2 through April 27, 2019. Reception: February 8, 6-9 p.m.
Redbud Artisan Market Holiday Show
Join us at Dripping Springs Ranch Park for an indoor all handmade market, showcasing original art and fine craft. Shopping, live music, local wines and great food! December 1 & 2, 2018.
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Holiday shopping with more than 200 artists offering a wide variety of imaginative and beautiful gifts! Open Black Friday through Christmas Eve! Nov. 24th – Dec. 24th, 2018, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Location: 6100 Airport Blvd. Austin, Texas
Let’s Take a Walk
Chaos Woods is thrilled to be joining this fun exhibition of local art. The show opens Oct. 27, 2018 - Jan. 26, 2019.
East Austin Studio Tour (EAST)
Opportunity to see us at our workshop, stop #42, for the meaning of life, the universe, and everything! Including, Pan Galactic Gargle Blasters! http://east.bigmedium.org. Nov. 10-11 & 17-18, 2018 from 11am-6pm.
Horror for the Holidays
Holiday art and gift bazaar for the twisted, the devious and true horror fans. We're excited to join Blood Over Texas at Come and Take it Live, Nov. 11, 2018 noon - 7 PM.
Wet, Wild, & a Wee Bit of Whimsy
We're really excited about the two pieces juried into the Art for the People gallery open call! The show opens June 27 - Oct. 20, 2018.
ArtsGoggle
Celebrating 16 Years as the Near Southside’s Premier Arts Event. Fort Worth’s premier festival of local arts. 800 artists, free! October 20, 2018, noon - 10:00PM.
Dance Through the Decades Silent Auction
Enjoy an evening of fun, libations, music and an opportunity to bid on a one-of-a-kind handmade Chaos Woods wooden spoon. Located at and benefitting Heartsong Music. Oct. 21, 2018, 6-9 PM.
Georgetown Wine Beer & Music Festival
Wine & beer, shopping from vendor booths & stores on the square, a variety food options, and the sounds of four of Austin's top musicians. Sept. 29, 2018, Noon - 8PM.
Pecan Street Festival
Join us and 300 other juried vendors, food concessions, 3 stages of music, kids rides and petting zoo, and so much more! Free two-day arts festival in downtown Austin’s Sixth Street Historic District, Sept. 22nd & 23rd, 2018.
The Breast Show
One Chaos Woods piece will be included in this exciting exhibition to be held in conjunction with National Breast Feeding Month. Aug. 1 - Aug. 31, 2018.
AWARD: Honorable Mention
ArmadilloCon 40
For 40 years, ArmadilloCon is for lovers of science fiction and fantasy with something for arts and media, gaming and science, lovers, too. We will have a table set up in the art show Aug. 3-5, 2018 in Austin.
Fright Gallery 2: A Horror And Dark Art Presentation
Walk through the maze of hallways and rooms as you experience the horror presented by horror and dark artists who dabble in the unknown. June 30, 2018 from 5-10 pm.
Pecan Street Festival
The Pecan Street Festival is one of the longest-running arts/crafts and music festivals in the nation. Free two-day arts festival in downtown Austin’s Sixth Street Historic District, May 5th & 6th, 2018.
Bassmaster Texas Fest
The 2018 Toyota Bassmaster Texas Fest benefiting the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Elite Series event will take place for the first time on Lake Travis near Jonestown, Texas. We will be there for the expo on May 19 and 20, 2018!
Wimberley Arts Fest
Over 100 artists booths nestled among pecan trees, food trucks, beer and wine booth and live music all overlooking the river. April 29 & 30, 2018. Hosted by the Wimberley Valley Art League.
Art City Austin
Presented by Art Alliance Austin. Located in downtown Austin at the Palmer Event Center. 2018 marks the 68th year of this event. VIP Event April 13th from 6 PM- 8 PM. April 14 –15, 2018.
Art of Celebration
10% of sales will be gifted to Share Art Heal and VSA Texas at Art for the People now through April 28, 2018.
Handmade in the Hangar
Market featuring local Austin makers. Family friendly, with live music, food trucks and more, March 24, 2018.
East Side Mini Open
Nine of your favorite East Austin watering holes will be hosting an 18 hole mini roving golf course, battling it out for our "Most Unique Hole" trophy. February 10th, 2018.
Cherrywood Art Fair
16th annual showcase of Texas artists, and some of Austin’s best music, and food truck cuisine at 38 1/2 St. & Maplewood Ave. Dec. 9 and 10, 2017, from 10a.m. – 5p.m
Ellison's Holiday Market
Partnering with Solid Gold and The Moonlight Manor to host a one of a kind holiday market. Sun., Dec. 3, 2017, from 1p.m. - 7p.m. in Lockhart.
Redbud Artisan Market
Great local art, food, wine and music! Family friendly. Sat., Dec. 2, 2017 from 10a.m. - 5p.m. in Dripping Springs.
East Austin Studio Tour (EAST)
Visit our studio during this annual, free, self-guided art event! We might put a paint brush, sand paper, and beer or donut in your hand! Nov. 11-12 & 18-19, 2017 from 11am-6pm. Stop #23.
2nd Annual Fall Into Art
Festival Join us in Gruene Texas Lake Village on Main Street District Oct. 28-29, 2017.
South Street Art Festival
Join us as downtown Arlington comes alive with art, bands performing all weekend, local food vendors and a craft beer garden on Oct. 13 -15, 2017.
ART HOP 2017
Two of our pieces will be on display at the Georgetown Art Center and Georgetown Public Library from Sep. 29 to Oct. 28, 2017. The reception is from 2-5 pm Sep. 30.
The Show
Fine Art and Music event in Dripping Springs. Sep. 30 and Oct. 1, 2017 from 11a.m. - 5p.m.
Fright Gallery presented by Blood Over Texas
A maze of hallways and rooms presented by horror and dark artists who dabble in the unknown. Sat., Sep. 16, 2017 at 5-10p.m.
Swift Fest at Jonestown
Enjoy the evening return of these beautiful birds to their cistern home in downtown Jonestown, Sat., Aug. 19, 2017, 4:30-10p.m.
Kerrville Festival of the Arts
The fourth annual Kerrville Festival of the Arts featuring juried artisans and craftspeople from across the United States. Memorial Day Weekend, May 27-28, 2017 in historic downtown Kerrville at Water Street and Earl Garrett Street.
Nerd Cave
A get together of Austin area artists who love comic books, video games, super heros and all things nerd at Sidewinder, May 13, 2017.
Wimberley Arts Fest
Over 100 artists booths nestled among pecan trees, food trucks, beer and wine booth and live music all overlooking the river. April 22-23, 2017. Hosted by the Wimberley Valley Art League.
Eastside Pop Up Returns
Join us and all the other wonderful handcrafted and vintage sellers at The Little Darlin' April 8, 2017.
Lockhart's Cowtown Sip Stroll and Art Walk
April 1, 2017, in downtown Lockhart for wine tasting, great bands and and lots of art.
Eastside Pop Up's Bazaar Brunch
Bouldin Creek Cafe will be swarming with artists during SXSW, on Saturday, March 18, 2017!
North West Austin Artist's Market
NW ATX Artist's Market will pop up shop at Adelbert's Brewery just in time for Valentine's Day, Feb. 11, 2017.
East Austin Handmade Yule Bazaar
Get the most creative gifts for the holidays, Dec. 17 & 18, 2016 at Soma Vida in Austin Texas.
EAST Austin Studio Tour
A free, annual, self-guided art event spanning across two weekends in November. East provides opportunities for the public to meet the local artists and artisans of Austin in their creative spaces.
Jinx Group Art Show
A group art show all about Halloween, Occult, Black Magic, Monsters, and Day of the Dead... Paintings, Prints, & more..! October 22, 2016.
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Month long art sale with thousands of original works ranging from serious art to fun, kitschy items. Shopping at the Bazaar is a great way to buy holiday gifts in a hassle-free environment, all while supporting local artists. December 2014 & 2015