The Arts, Hancock County presents the 18th Annual Arts Alive! Festival bringing together visitors and residents alike for a weekend celebration of music, food, and the arts held in historic Old Town Bay St. Louis. This rapidly growing festival highlights the burgeoning scene of artists, makers, and performers from across the region. The festival features live demonstrations, hands-on activities, and artist marketplace  across Old Town Bay St. Louis.

Registration for artists is open! 

We're utilizing Zapplication for artist registration; please follow the above link.  There is a $35 registration fee; this will be applied to your Arts, Hancock County membership.

In the Artist and Artisan Showcase, dozens of regional artists will be showing, selling, and demonstrating their art at various Old Town Host Business locations.  

Hands-on activities will introduce people of all ages to the experience of making art and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) .

 Arts Alive! would not be possible without the generous sponsorship of  local businesses and individuals.  

We appreciate everyone who helps put this event on.  If you're able to, please consider volunteering before or the day of Arts Alive!

Admission to Arts Alive is free.  A suggested donation of $5 supports The Arts, Hancock County.

The festival is centered in heart of Old Town Bay St. Louis, historically recognized as an arts community. This walkable, seaside venue offers galleries, shops, and restaurants with a free-to-the-public parking garage (122 ½ Court Street). It's the perfect location for Arts Alive!