The 40th Brookside Art Annual is May 1-3, 2026
You don't want to miss the 2026 Brookside Art Annual! The 40th Anniversary show starts Friday, May 1st at 5 pm and runs through Sunday, May 3rd at 5 pm. The show is Kansas City’s first outdoor art show of the year, attracts top artists, is a favorite for many buyers and arts enthusiasts and is ranked amongst the best in the nation each year.
Located in an eclectic neighborhood in the center of Kansas City, the historic Brookside Shops are just minutes from downtown, the Plaza, and the metro suburbs. Although we have a variety of activities, our focus at the show is ART! The show brings top artists from around the country and consistently ranks in the top twenty-five shows according to Art Source.
2025 Show Hours:
- Fri, May 1st, 5pm-9pm
- Sat, May 2rd, 10am-9pm
- Sun, May 3rd, 11am-5pm
The show is located at 63rd and Brookside Boulevard (one block east of Wornall) between 63rd Street and Meyer Boulevard.
We look forward to seeing you at the 2026 Brookside Art Annual!
Thank you to the 2025 Art Annual sponsors!
Featured Artist
Congratulations again to 2025 featured artist Michael Cherepak of Lake Tapawingo, Missouri. With floral imagery as the starting point, Michael uses colorful strokes and forms that are an expression of a curious maker. "The flowers have been an imagery source I can use to express the care I have for the people around me. Subject matter that can be joyful, romantic, loving." Michael’s artwork was featured on commemorative shirts, posters, and cards last year. We look forward to announcing our 2026 featured artist soon. Meanwhile, congratulations again to Michael. Click below for more about Michael.
2026 Artist Applications Are Open!
Applications are open through January 17, 2026 for the Brookside Art Annual, May 1-3, 2026! Apply by December 15, 2025 for the early-bird discount. Artists click HERE for details and to apply exclusively on ZAPP.
2026 Artist Application Deadlines:
- Early-Bird Jury Fee - $40 thru midnight December 15, 2025
- Jury Fee - $50 starting December 16, 2025
- Application Final Deadline midnight January 17, 2026
- Notification January 27, 2026
2026 Show hours & details
2026 is our 40th anniversary Brookside Art Annual held in the heart of Kansas City! Consistently ranked as one of the top 25 shows in the country by ArtSource, we pride ourselves on offering quality, varied art from across the U.S.
The 3-day show takes place on the first weekend in May, this year May 1st through May 3rd.
- Fri, May 1st, 5pm-9pm
- Sat, May 2nd, 10am-9pm
- Sun, May 3rd, 11am-5pm
Learn more about the show, activities and more, as well as the historic Brookside shops by clicking below.
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