It's almost time for this year's Artie Fest! One of Martinsville's favorite family festivals, Artie Fest is set to return to Downtown Martinsville on July 27! The Festival brings lots of fun filled activities and entertainment to you for a full day of family fun. 

Here's everything you need to know about this annual family-friendly summer celebration in Martinsville.
Trust us, there's so much to do, you'll have trouble keeping up! 

Artie Fest 2024 will take place in downtown Martinsville on Saturday, July 27. Image shows a collage of images from past events.


Make sure the kids are ready to bounce around at Artie Fest Bounce Town, ride the kiddie train and get their faces painted! Enter the cornhole tournament or chalk art contest and show off your skills. Enjoy browsing through the craft fair and car show, and be sure to check out Touch-a-Truck, too! With all that bouncing and browsing, you're sure to get hungry, so come prepared to indulge in the various food vendors on site, or relax at a downtown restaurant as you take a break from all the fun. Then, enjoy FREE live music at The Venue, beginning at 6 pm. This year's performers will include Jake Dodds and Tyler Poe & The Volunteer Railroad. 

Originally started as an all-school reunion festival, Artie Fest has evolved a bit over the years, but the net proceeds of the event still go to fund scholarships for Martinsville High School graduates, including the Artie Fest Scholarship, Brummett Starr Scholarship, and the Building Trades Scholarship in honor of Gene Levell. 

Times for various activities and events can be found below:

  • Artie Fest Car Show - 9 am to 2 pm (Awards at 2 pm)
  • Artie Fest Craft Fair - 9 am to 4 pm
  • Cornhole Tournament - Registration at 4 pm; Play starts at 5 pm. 
  • Free Concert: Jake Dodds w/ Tyler Poe & The Volunteer Railroad - 6 pm at The Venue
  • Food Vendors open all day! 

**Please note that this year's Artie Fest 5K Run/Walk has unfortunately been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.