Special Event

Old Town Cottonwood

Original art, independent makers, and a beautiful day outdoors in Old Town Cottonwood.

Illustrated Fine Art Fair at Old Town Activity Park in Cottonwood
Fall 2026October 9–11
Fall 2026November 20–22
Spring2027 TBD
Spring2027 TBD

The artists

Meet the artists

Explore a preview of some of the artists and independent makers joining us. Click any one to open the complete show gallery.

Featured artists from recent shows.

Geometric painting with stylized figures against a deep blue backgroundKevin Horace-Quannie
Wire-wrapped turquoise and amethyst pendantIscha Lawrence & Levi Lawrence
Handcrafted turquoise and silver jewelryIrene Morris
Owl artwork by Jill CrowleyJill Crowley
Copper kinetic sculpture by Rich Roberts and Zane YoutzyRich Roberts & Zane Youtzy
Handmade ceramic pitcher and cupJohn Bradford
Ostrich painting with an Arizona mountain landscapeJennifer Summa
Mountain landscape painting at sunsetAlex Tiberio
Expressive hummingbird painting in warm red, orange, and blueAns Carnes
Pastel geometric painting with two stylized figures and Pueblo-inspired motifs by Richard DawavendewaRichard Dawavendewa
Colorful illustrated roadrunner in an Arizona desert sceneRalph Philabaum
Copper cuff bracelet by John and Lauri Maeder with branching dark pattern on warm copperJohn & Lauri Maeder
View a Recent Artist Gallery

Where’s the Show?

Old Town Activity Park187 E. Pima Street, Cottonwood
HoursFriday10–6Saturday10–6Sunday10–5
Get directions →

A Beautiful Day in Old Town

Art, Activities, and More.

Free Raffle

A chance to win something special.

Scavenger Hunt

A fun way to explore the show.

Kids’ Craft Area

Hands-on creativity for younger visitors.

Leashed Pets Welcome

Bring your four-legged companion along.

Old Town Cottonwood

Your Excuse for a Weekend in the Verde Valley

Come for the Art.Stay for the Verde Valley.

10 minutes to JeromeHistoric hillside town, galleries, shops, and sweeping views.
20 minutes to West SedonaAn easy extension to the day without crossing all of Sedona.
In the heart of wine countryTasting rooms, restaurants, galleries, and independent shops just steps from the show.
A whole world outdoorsTrails, river country, red rocks, and scenic drives throughout the Verde Valley.
John and Lauri Maeder

The people behind the show

Built by artists for artists.

John and Lauri Maeder organize the Arizona Wine Country Artists Village and create their own work through Desert Lace Studio in Jerome. Their experience shapes the show: original work is the focus, and visitors meet the people who made it.

Explore Desert Lace Studio →

Bring your work

Apply to be a vendor.

Applications for the juried show are handled through ZAPPlication.

A thoughtfully limited juried show, organized by exhibiting artists who understand the realities of an outdoor art fair.

October 9–11November 20–22

Help build the day

Want to volunteer?

Welcome visitors, support the artists, and become part of the festival from the inside.

Contact us to volunteer