North River Arts Society’s 49th Annual Festival of the Arts is returning this Memorial Day Weekend—Friday, May 22 through Sunday, May 24, 2026 - in the heart of Marshfield Hills.

This beloved festival is the cornerstone of our annual fundraising efforts and a vibrant celebration of the arts. We bring together a diverse showcase of fine art, sculpture, photography, and artisan crafts, along with live music, theatrical performances, children’s activities, local food trucks, street performers, and our spectacular giant puppet parade.

We can't wait to invite you back this year! Our Art in the Barn and Juried Artisan applications are now open! See more information below. 

Our Festival of the Arts is nearly 100% volunteer run and organized, if you'd like to get involved in the planning of Festival, please reach out to NorthRiverArts@gmail.com. Day-of volunteer opportunities will be posted soon, stay tuned! 

Art in the Barn
Deadline May 4

Register now for Art in the Barn, our bin-style art sale during Festival weekend. Open to all NRAS members, join today and register. 

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Juried Artisans
Deadline March 23

Applications for Juried Artisans are now open. Crafters and artisans are invited to set up 10'x10' tents to sell their crafts throughout Festival weekend. 

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Sponsorship
Deadline April 24

Festival is our biggest fundraiser for the entire year and beyond. We hope you consider sponsoring this beloved event and in doing so help NRAS keep the arts alive in our community for years to come. 

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