38th Annual Downtown Canandaigua Art & Music Festival – Sold-Out Vendor Showcase, 12 Live Bands & Three Days of Family Fun

Denise Chaapel / July 17, 2026

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PRESS RELEASE

Date: July 16, 2026

Phone: (585) 396-0300

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Denise Chaapel

Email: director@downtowncanandaigua.com

38th Annual Downtown Canandaigua Art & Music Festival – Sold-Out Vendor Showcase, 12 Live Bands & Three Days of Family Fun

Main Street Art & Music Festival brings in a record number of artists, added performances, and an Art Trail

Canandaigua, NY – The 38th Annual Downtown Canandaigua Art & Music Festival returns Friday, July 17 through Sunday, July 19, transforming Historic Downtown Canandaigua into one of the Finger Lakes’ premier summer destinations. Thousands of visitors are expected to enjoy three days filled with nationally recognized juried artists, live entertainment, local shopping, delicious food, and family-friendly activities.

This year’s festival has reached maximum capacity, with every available artist and vendor space completely sold out well in advance of opening day—a testament to the event’s continued growth and reputation as one of the region’s premier juried art festivals. More than 150 juried artists, makers, food vendors, exhibitors, and downtown businesses will fill Historic Main Street, creating one of the largest and most diverse festivals in the event’s 38-year history.

Festival hours are Friday, July 17 from 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday, July 18-19 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Visitors will have the opportunity to browse original artwork in more than a dozen mediums, including painting, photography, jewelry, woodworking, sculpture, glass art, fiber arts, gourmet foods, mixed media, home décor, and much more. Many artists will also demonstrate their creative process throughout the weekend, giving guests an up-close look at the craftsmanship behind their work.

Beyond the festival booths, visitors are encouraged to explore Historic Downtown Canandaigua’s unique boutiques, galleries, restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, wineries, and outdoor dining options, making it the perfect Finger Lakes summer weekend destination.

Live Music All Weekend Long

The Commons Park Maxion Stage, located at the corner of Main and Coach Streets, will feature 12 live performances over three days, showcasing an exciting mix of blues, soul, rock, Americana, funk, world music, and more.

Friday, July 17

12:00-1:30 p.m. – Anthony (Head to Roots)
2:00-3:30 p.m. – Steve Grills & The Roadmasters
4:00-5:30 p.m. – Bill Schmitt & The Bluesmasters
6:00-7:30 p.m. – Voyagr

Saturday, July 18

10:00-11:30 a.m. – The Movers
12:00-1:15 p.m. – Corey Comer – The Soulful Showman
1:45-3:00 p.m. – North 42
3:30-5:00 p.m. – Soul Express

Sunday, July 19

10:00-11:30 a.m. – Mayukwa
12:00-1:15 p.m. – Cool Club & The Lipker Sisters
1:45-3:00 p.m. – Brian Lindsay Band
3:30-5:00 p.m. – Mitty & The Followers

Something for Everyone

Whether you’re searching for one-of-a-kind artwork, enjoying live music, sampling festival favorites from local food vendors, or spending the day with family and friends, the Downtown Canandaigua Art & Music Festival offers something for every age.

With over 150 artists, vendors, exhibitors, food trucks, and downtown businesses participating, guests are encouraged to spend the entire day exploring Historic Downtown Canandaigua, shopping local, dining at one of the area’s outstanding restaurants, and experiencing everything the community has to offer.

Admission is free, and attendees are encouraged to park once and enjoy everything Historic Downtown Canandaigua has to offer throughout the weekend.

The Downtown Canandaigua BID thanks the generous sponsors whose support makes this annual tradition possible, including Maguire Ford of Canandaigua, Cutco, Renewal by Andersen, State Farm – Ryan Bush Agency, Five Star Improvements, Leaf Filter Gutter Protection, Riester’s Appliances, Equitable Advisors, Sunny 102.3, Reimer Home Services, and other valued community partners.

For the complete festival schedule and event information, visit DowntownCanandaigua.com.

Parking Information

There are several free municipal parking lots located throughout the City of Canandaigua. Lots can be found on West Avenue, Niagara, Ontario Street, Mill Street, Antis, and Bristol Street.