Art Spark at Kleiner Park: A Community Art Party

Meridian’s Art Party Returns — Bigger, Better & More Spark! 🌟
Get ready, Meridian! Our favorite creative bash is back with a fresh twist! Adding Spark to the Art, we’re leveling up the Community Art Party in 2026 with a full-day celebration of art, music, food, and fun.

📅 Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
🕚 Time: 11 am – 7 pm
📍 Where: Kleiner Park, Event Lawn

What to Expect:

• 🎶 Mainstage live music from local & regional bands.
• 🍔 Tasty eats and drinks with an expanded food court.
• 🎨 Hands-on art stations, murals, and chalk art battles.
• 🖼️ Community art booths & artist showcases.
• 🎭 Pop-up performances (dance, spoken word, theater).
• 🍺 Beer garden provided by Loose Screw Beer Co.

This is the festival you’ve been waiting for: art lovers, foodies, live music fans — everyone’s invited!
In partnership with Meridian Arts Commission. Sponsored by Clarity Credit Union and ICCU.
For full event details and a list of participating artists and organizations, visit the Art Spark web page.

Want a Booth at the Event?

Businesses, individuals, and organizations whose primary mission is art-centric are invited to participate in this year's community art party - Art Spark. Participants may use the space to share information, sell tickets, encourage memberships, or sell products.

• Booth fee: $40
• Non-profit (501(c)3 tax-exempt status): $20
• Application deadline: August 1 at 5:00 pm

Products that are mass-produced, reproductions, or not otherwise locally made will not be accepted. Applications which include a hands-on interactive activity are preferred.