Where better to find their inner creativity than at Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival. They will come alive at our multiple stations dedicated to kid’s discovery and expression. Maybe they’ll even grow up to become one of our juried artists one day.
Ignite the passion for art in your little Picasso.
MAIN ST. Fort Worth Beauty Art Contest!
MAIN ST Fort Worth Arts Festival invites Tarrant County high-school seniors to showcase their vision of Fort Worth’s beauty through 2D Art! This unique contest celebrates the artist talent of Fort Worth’s youth, highlighting their creative interpretations of the city’s culture and charm. More information below.
Contest Rules & Requirements
Science and Industry Labs
See a unique exhibit showcasing the full array of programs available in the technology, health and science fields at TCC. Activities and demonstrations will be ongoing throughout the weekend.
DEMONSTRATIONS
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Aaron Melvin (817-565-2165): Tarrant County Maker Space
DEMONSTRATIONS
SATURDAY
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
MaryBecker (940-300-6851) & Ralph Tobin (817-223-2613): TCC NE, pottery wheel
Rick Barnes (972-979-4690), Quita Farley (817-692-7986), Pete Farley (817-692-1895): LoneStar Leather Guild
Lynne Dees (817-994-0044): DFW Basketry Guild
Aaron Melvin (817-565-2165): Tarrant County Maker Space
DEMONSTRATIONS
SUNDAY
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Ralph Tobin (817-223-2613): TCC NE, pottery wheel
Liza Nelson (940-205-0686), Gene Duvic (504-236-4899), Billy Coonrod (214-728-6199): LoneStar Leather Guild
Aaron Melvin (817-565-2165): Tarrant County Maker Space
Hands-on Activities
SAND ART BY MAIN ST.!
Fun & beauty create in sand! Come and express yourself by making a beautiful sand art bottle to take home or to give away to someone special!
KAMAN’S GLIMMER HENNA TATTOOS
Add some festival flair! Express yourself with creative henna designs!
UPLIFT EDUCATION –
PRINTMAKING AND MORE!
Visit the Uplift Education booth on 1st Street, and learn the art of printmaking. Kids, turn your unique drawing into a bright print to use as a card or keep for your art collection.
FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF
SCIENCE AND HISTORY –
BUILD A “HAPPY CITY!”
Help design the City (or Downtown) of your own imagination at the Happy City!! Kids help create a city using recyclables to make it a happier, fun & active place. We create kinetic (moving) sculptures! Children may take their buildings home with them or leave them to populate the city.
FACEPAINTING BY
KAMAN’S ART PROJECTS
Your face becomes an exciting work of art! All ages welcome!
FORT WORTH ISD –
DRONE COURSE AND
STEM PROGRAMS
Check out the Mobile Innovation Lab in the grassy area in front of the Tarrant County Administration Building. This sprawling mobile exhibit offers individuals and families a glimpse at the extensive STEM programs the district offers at all grade levels. You will have the opportunity to test your pilot skills on a drone course and your programming skills with Lego robotic races.
CARICATURES BY
KAMAN’S ART PROJECTS
Caricature artists draw you and your family in a fun setting, giving you a fun & happy memory to take home!
