Things to Do

July 4-6, 2025
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There is so much fun to be had at the Cherry Creek Arts Festival

CherryArts is thrilled to feature 260 artists selected by the 2025 jury who were invited to exhibit at the Cherry Creek Arts Festival July 4 – 6! Artists include 20 award winners returning from the 2024 show and 5 emerging artists. Save the Date: July 4-6, 2025.

Dates & Hours

Friday, July 4, 2025: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Accessibility hour 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Saturday, July 5, 2025: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sunday, July 6, 2025: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

 

 

Location

The Festival is located in the Cherry Creek North neighborhood. It is situated on 2nd Avenue from Clayton to Adams Street, and between 2nd and 3rd Avenues from Detroit to Adams Street.

Get Directions2025 Festival Map

Opening Night

Be among the first to experience the 2025 Cherry Creek Arts Festival!Join us on Thursday, July 3 for an exclusive sneak peek at this year’s juried artists in an intimate, crowd-free setting. Enjoy a vibrant evening filled with live entertainment, delectable bites, and refreshing beverages as you explore a full block of incredible artists and their work.

Meet the artists, connect with fellow art lovers, and immerse yourself in creativity before the festival officially begins!

Proceeds support the year-round work of CherryArts to bring art directly to Colorado schools.

Free Live Music All Weekend

Visit the Canvas Credit Union Main Stage and Beer Garden to enjoy live music performances all weekend.

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Creation Station For Families

Around the World: Exploring Art through Culture

Join us for a global journey of artistic discovery.

Create your own Māori necklaces inspired by the rich traditions of New Zealand.
Design scratch art vessels modeled after the iconic pottery of ancient Greece.
Craft colorful sand mandalas inspired by the intricate patterns of India.
Learn the ancient art of Japanese Origami.

Featured Partners

• Chicano Humanities Arts Council – Ojos de Dios or “Gods Eye”
• Denver Museum of Nature & Science – The Curiosity Cruiser
• Jewish Cherry Creek – Kindness Bracelets
• Museo de las Americas – Make pom-poms with Museo!
• The Children’s Art School- Sparkling Spirals!

Experience Daily Cultural Street Performances Presented by UCHealth
2nd and Steele | Daily at 5:00 PM
Prepare to be captivated by daily pop-up performances that celebrate the vibrant rhythms, rich histories, and expressive beauty of global cultures.
Immerse yourself in the art of movement and tradition:
  • Witness the awe-inspiring Lions of Guiding Mountain Dragon and Lion Dance Association, as they bring ancient legends to life through powerful, acrobatic spectacle on Friday.
  • Be transported by the vibrant energy of Bella Diva World Dance, featuring stunning ensembles in Persian on Saturday; Bollywood and Hula Tahitian dance on Sunday.
two girls adding paint to a mural Photo by Liz Levy

Imagination Collaboration Mural

Visit Creation Station and contribute to a large-scale collaborative mural that celebrates cultures from around the world.

Culinary

CherryArts presents the 2025 Art of Food. Visitors will enjoy a vast selection of tasty creations from some of Denver’s best restaurants and food trucks. Culinary booths are located on Fillmore between 1st & 3rd.

2025 Culinary Selections:

  • AK’s Homemade Treats
  • Bohemian Wurst
  • Bruna’s Brazilian Cheese Bread
  • Captain Crepes Denver
  • Colorado Berliner Haus
  • Denver Pops
  • Greek Flame Foods
  • Island Noodles
  • Koco Street Food
  • Kokoro
  • Kona Ice
  • Lazo Empanadas
  • Le Zen
  • Mile High Tikka Express
  • Now Pho
  • Pierogi Posse
  • Pozzetti Gelato & Coffee
  • Shuck Brothers
  • Sweet Action
  • Totally Nutz
  • Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee

Vendors

Interested in sharing your tasty creations? Contact us to learn how to join the festival.

Contact Us
Your Front Range Toyota Dealers

Your Front Range Toyota Stores are proud to be presenting sponsors of the Cherry Creek Arts Festival for the 9th consecutive year. Your Front Range Toyota Stores annually invest in an exciting display area at the festival that includes test drive opportunities of new Toyota vehicles. Toyota is the exclusive automotive partner and Official Vehicle of the Cherry Creek Arts Festival.

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Festival FAQ

Here’s everything else you need to know about CCAF.