Known as Oklahoma City's annual "rite of spring," the Festival of the Arts is a six-day community celebration of the visual, culinary and performing arts. A local tradition since 1967, Festival of the Arts features creative works by 144 artists from across the nation.

The Festival of the Arts is also famous for its International Food Row. Guests can choose between sampling delicious ethnic food or staying with tried-and-true festival favorites after browsing through the unique artwork. From scrumptious Indian tacos to heaping platters of Brazilian food and Mexican cuisine, the festival's food row will leave everyone with a satisfied appetite.

Enjoy three stages of nonstop performing arts and entertainment, as well as street performers roaming the grounds. Nearly 300 entertainers of all ages will donate their performances at the Festival of the Arts. In addition, kids can complete hands-on crafts like foam sail boats, pipe cleaner jewelry and bug eye masks in the Children's Art Field area for a small fee. The Young-at-Art Mart returns as the children-only shopping venue with all artwork affordably priced. Families can also enjoy face painting and visit Pottery Place and Sculpture Park for more fun.