The Woodlands
Waterway Arts Festival
APRIL 11-13, 2025
Named the #1 fine arts festival in Texas and #6 in the nation, The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival features artwork from nearly 200 juried artists from across the country. Shop for fine art and enjoy live music, local food, beer and wine, and children's art activities for a fun family experience. Set in Town Green Park and along the scenic banks of The Woodlands Waterway, it continues to be one of the premier and most highly anticipated events of its kind in the area.
HOURS & TICKET PRICES
FRIDAY, APRIL 11
- Hours: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Tickets: $15 (Adults) or $13 (Students, Military, Seniors)
SATURDAY, APRIL 12
- Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Tickets: Tickets: $18 (Adults) or $15 (Students, Military, Seniors)
SUNDAY, APRIL 13
- Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Tickets: Tickets: $18 (Adults) or $15 (Students, Military, Seniors)
WEEKEND PASS
- Includes access to the festival on Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- Tickets: $33 (General Admission)
VIP WEEKEND PASS
- Includes VIP parking, swag bag, access to the Terraces Hospitality Lounge (with front-row seats to the festival main stage), complimentary beverages (5 total) and lite bites, and more!
- Tickets: $200 (General Admission)
Insider Tip: For the most affordable ticket price, buy tickets online. Students with a student ID or proof of enrollment can purchase tickets at the Student Rate, and Veterans and Seniors (65+) can purchase the Veteran/Senior Rate ticket when they show their ID at the entrance gate. Children 12 and under are admitted to the festival free of charge with the purchase of an adult ticket. This is a rain or shine event.
ARTOPOLY
ARTopoly will be located along The Woodlands Waterway just behind the Montgomery County Library Building. This fun activity for the kiddos is presented in partnership with The Woodlands Children's Museum.
EARLY INSPIRATION GALLERY
Encourage kids to start their art collections early! Browse and purchase local artwork donated by local CISD students and teachers, available to kids 12 and under for $5.
BOOKS ON THE GREEN
Books on the Green is a celebration of the art of writing! Local bookstore, Village Books, has partnered with Fidelity Investments The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival to feature a special area that showcases local, regional, and national authors. Stop by for book sales, author readings and signings, and immersive activities and games.
Town Green Park
Town Green Park is a four-acre green space that features a large lawn that plays host to some of the largest events in The Woodlands like The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival... Learn More
Lake Woodlands
The Woodlands is known as an oasis on the water surrounded by the woods, and Lake Woodlands is a premier spot to experience it firsthand. This 200-acre freshwater lake offers... Learn More
Places to Stay
When you book a room in The Woodlands, you’ll rest easy knowing all of our hotels offer prime locations, amenities and value regardless of where you stay. If that doesn’t... Learn More
Lakes Edge Boat House
The best way to take advantage of the mild weather and abundance of water throughout The Woodlands is to spend the day paddle boarding or kayaking in The Woodlands. Lakes Edge... Learn More
Town Center Trolley
The Trolley provides easy transportation along a 4.1-mile route connecting The Woodlands Mall, Market Street, The Woodlands Waterway, and Hughes Landing. This free... Learn More
Hughes Landing
Hughes Landing is a 66-acre mixed-use upscale “lifestyle” development that features Restaurant Row. Here can you go to enjoy great food, live music, shopping, the arts, boat... Learn More
Visitor Info Center
The Visitor information desk at Market Street offers a variety of services and assistance to visitors of The Woodlands. Through a partnership between Market Street and Visit... Learn More
Market Street
Market Street offers luxury boutique shopping in an open-air main street atmosphere. You’ll love their complimentary umbrellas and on-site concierge with a bag check and... Learn More
The Woodlands Mall
Head to The Woodlands Mall, a distinguished fashion center with more than 160 shops and restaurants under one roof, for unbelievable finds. This luxury mall has fine dining,... Learn More
Riva Row Boat House
The best way to take advantage of the mild weather and abundance of water throughout The Woodlands is to spend the day paddle boarding or kayaking in The Woodlands. Riva Row... Learn More
Swan Boats
Enjoy a fun afternoon pedaling down The Woodlands Waterway on a swan boat. Riva Row Boat House offers a variety of rentals for water recreation including swan boats, water... Learn More
Waterway Square
Waterway Square features a water fountain with synchronized choreography to music, along with a variety of outdoor art. The one-acre public plaza is the home of Waterway... Learn More
The Woodlands Waterway
The Woodlands Waterway can be considered the lifeblood of the city. It winds through the Town Center, spilling into Lake Woodlands and connecting all the attractions along its... Learn More
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
The Woodlands is home to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, one of the most popular places for concerts and live music. Consistently ranked as one of the “Top 10 Outdoor... Learn More
Texas TreeVentures
Texas TreeVentures is an outdoor aerial adventure course that will have you climbing to new heights! Set amongst the trees, this unique course is both mentally and physically... Learn More
Golf
From disc golf with the family or a serious round of PGA approved golf with the gang, The Woodlands area has plenty of options to fulfill all of your golf needs. Area courses... Learn More
Photo Courtesy: The Woodlands Arts Council
ART DASH
Kick-off The Woodlands Arts Festival weekend by attending one of the most anticipated art events of the year! The Art Dash Party on Friday, April 11 includes a night of art and fundraising for The Woodlands Arts Council's Student Art Scholarship program. Reserve your space for this one-of-a-kind art experience! Purchase Art Dash Party Admission tickets and a ticket to the 60-Second Dash for the ultimate evening with art.
60-Second Dash tickets include the opportunity for guests to claim a desired piece of art to take home with them, by running through a maze of art. Let the art and fun begin!
FEATURED ARTIST
The 2025 featured artist is Thomas Wargin, a sculptor who stretches the bounds of imagination. His hand-crafted designs are abstract, often depicting male figures wrestling with nature, technology, creative thought, or even the figure himself. Each model begins with an idea that slowly takes physical form. Piece by piece--starting with a torso or an arm--he builds molds that he then fills with heated metal. When the metal hardens, he hammers and welds the pieces together before grinding them smooth. After sandblasting, layering dyes to create the desired patina, and coating it in a protective wax, the sculpture is ready for display.
The work in its entirety represents who I am, my interests, abilities, and what lies beneath my sub-conscious mind. My goal is to engage the viewer and stimulate the mind as well as their visual senses. I want the viewer to go to a place that they can only dream of or hope to be part of. I sometimes am intrigued by childhood stories and interpret these stories in a fashion that captures my viewer and stirs them into a new way of looking at the story.
ABOUT THE WOODLANDS ARTS COUNCIL
The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival is presented by The Woodlands Arts Council, Inc., a non-profit organization with a Board of Directors, an Advisory Committee, and more than 500 community volunteers. The mission of The Woodlands Waterway Arts Council, Inc. is to provide regional cultural enrichment opportunities that encourage, support, and promote the performing and visual arts.
Proceeds from the festival directly fund the year-round community and education outreach programs of Because Art Matters produced by The Woodlands Arts Council.
