Hours: Tuesday: 10 am- 5 pm ; Wednesday- Saturday, 10 am–4 pm
Hours: Tuesday: 10 am- 5 pm ; Wednesday- Saturday, 10 am–4 pm
Arts in the Park is the Flathead Valley’s longest running, premier arts, crafts and music festival held in Kalispell’s historic downtown Depot Park. Stroll through the festivals’ over 80 juried artists and artisans booths from around the country offering one-of a kind, quality handmade paintings, jewelry, ceramics, housewares, and more for sale.
Relax on the lawn while listening to live musicians and entertainers performing on the Depot Park Outdoor Stage. Enjoy delicious food and beverages from your favorite vendors from around the valley. It’s fun for all ages!
All ticket sales proceeds directly support the museum’s educational art exhibitions and programs!
Location: Depot Park, Main Street, Kalispell MT 59901
Parking: Street parking downtown, Depot Park, or Super 1 Parking Lot
Admission:
UNLIMTED PASS HOLDERS receive: Unlimited Admission to the event all 3 days, $1 off all beer and wine purchases, and free admission to the museum July 12-20.
Frequently Asked Volunteer Questions:
What does volunteering look like?
Volunteering can look like many different things, depending on what shift you work and what abilities you have. It may mean assisting in event setup and teardown, checking in visitors at event entrances and recieving payment for tickets as a Gate Greeter, helping organize vendor booth locations, distributing event maps to guests, or working the Hockaday Information Booth. There is something for everyone who is willing to help!
Can I sign up for more than one shift?
Of course! We appreciate all the help we can get and are happy to have volunteers for multiple shifts and/or days.
Do I receive anything in return for volunteering?
On top of the fulfilling feeling of supporting your local art community, you will also receive an Arts in the Park tote bag, apron, and entrance into a special volunteer gift basket drawing. As thanks for your time volunteering with us, you’ll also gain free, ulimited entry into the AIP event for the duration of the weekend, allowing you to enjoy vendors showcasing handmade paintings, jewelry, ceramics, sculptures, housewares and more for sale as well as live musicians and entertainers’ performances on the outdoor stage.
Where is Arts in the Park located, and where can I park?
AIP is located in Depot Park, Main Street, Kalispell MT 59901. If you’re taking a vehicle to the event, volunteer parking will be provided at Super 1 Foods parking lot. There may also be street parking.
How old do I have to be to volunteer?
Students 13 years and older with adult chaperones are encourgaed to volunteeer! Adults 18 and older are welcome to volunteer alone or sign up with a friend or family member. Only volunteers age 21+ may volunteer at the Beer & Wine Garden.
Do I have to volunteer for all three days?
No! While we greatly value our volunteers who choose to help out during the entire weekend, we understand you might only be able to give a few hours of your time. We welcome volunteers to come for a few hours, one day, or the whole event – whatever you’re able to do.
ANONYMOUS
BILL YANKEE FINE ARTS
CITY BREW COFFEE
HIGHLINE DESIGN
Painting:
Trina Ambrose
Carol Babington, Carol Babington Fine Art
Karen and Steven Boyd, Art on the Wild Side
Cheryl Lynn Colwell
Karen Elkan
Oriana Gerez
Terrance Guardipee
David Harding, David Harding Art
Susan Hedstrand
MK Ingwaldson, Ingwaldson Art
Amber Koogler, Averie Lane
Maia Leisz, Maia Leisz Fine Art
Cody Ling, Cody Ling Artwork
Raette Meredith, Art by Raette
Nicholas Oberling
Barbara Schelling
Elisabeth Sullivan
Jim Thomason, Western Artworks
Photography:
Patrick Brandenburg, PBBPhotography, LLC
Tracy Houser, Houser’s Photographix
Christian Kirsch, Crow Peak Photography
Jim Pena, Summit Fine Art Photography
Eric Reese, Eric Reese Photography
Cheyenne Rouse, Cheyenne Rouse Photography
3D / Ceramics / Metalwork:
Jon Bruns
Austin Casson
Heather Lepp, Heather Lepp Ceramics
Ramona Peiper, Splinters Firing / Ramona Jane Pottery
Peter Ryman, Montana Plaques
Maren Skates, Rosemaled Creations
Catherine Walker, Clear Lake Pottery
Rick Williams, Montana Stone Candles
Jewelry:
Jamie Dobiesz, Dobez Designz
Celinda English, CE Designs
Julie Kaufman, Tortured Metal
Lisa Katchur, Light Katchurs
Kay Langland, Moondance Artwork
Eli Lawire, Nature’s Hair Claws
Heather Macarlane, Indigo Prairie Designs
Claire Manneheimer, Adorn to Rise
Cris O’Keef, O’keef & Company
Starla Saucier, Montana Star Creations
Charity Shumaker, Back Road Studio
Teah Smith, Rarity Wire Weaves
Alison Sweeney, Bernadette
Allison Young, Allison Kallaway Jewelry
Woodwork:
Lew Anderson, Antler Art & Design
Mark Dickerson, Mark’s Woodworking
Kevin and Sheila Filler, KS Antler
Stephen Fracul, Sawtooth Studio
Terry Hill, Terry’s Unique Woodwork
Todd Little, T&A Creations
R. Wayne Waddoups, Rustic Wood Works
John Wdowin, Natural Nook
Fiber Art:
Jennifer Brand, Cozy Lions
David Crawford, Wild West Designs
Sally Glutting, One Loose Thread
Cuc Huynh, Golden Daisy Quilts
Monique Kleinhans, Ladybug’s Cabin
Sue Spanke, Konya Designs
Karen Straight, Big Sky Fiber Arts
Tammy Thompson, Woolen Collectibles
Glasswork:
Cassie Schaefer, Priest Lake Art & Glass
Stephanie Snider, Essential Baubles
Carl’s Corndogs Glacier Shave Ice Sweet Pickins Kettle Corn
Fire and Dough Isling Chow Wendy’s Sugarhouse
Totally Nutz Sodalightful
Applications for Arts in the Park 2025 have closed. For questions about being a vendor, email cmahnken@glacierartmuseum.org. Please check back in January 2026 to apply next year!
Summer Hours:
Tuesday: 10 am- 5 pm; Wednesday through Saturday 10 am- 4 pm
302 2nd Avenue East – Kalispell, Montana 59901
Call Us: (406) 755-5268
Email Us: info@glacierartmuseum.org
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