Art Under the Elms
April 16-18, 2027 | 500 8th Ave., Lewiston, Idaho 83501
Thank you to everyone who attended and supported Art Under the Elms this year! Your enthusiasm and community spirit make this event so special, and we look forward to welcoming you back April 16–18, 2027.
2027 Vendor Applications Are Now Open!
Planning to join us as a vendor in 2027? Applications are now available! Whether you're an artisan interested in showcasing your handmade work or a food vendor looking to be part of the festivities, we'd love to hear from you.
Application Deadline: January 29, 2027
Your Artwork Could Be the Face of Art Under the Elms 2027!
We're inviting artists and creatives to participate in our 2027 Art Under the Elms Poster Artwork Challenge! Submit your original artwork for the opportunity to be selected as the official poster design for this year's event. It's a chance to showcase your creativity, share your talent with the community, and become part of one of our favorite annual traditions.
Explore the Challenge & Submit Your Artwork
Artwork Submission Deadline: December 20, 2026
We look forward to another wonderful year of art, food, and community under the elms!
Event Information
The 43rd annual Art Under the Elms, presented by Lewis-Clark State College’s Center for Arts & History, is a three-day festival held on LC State’s scenic campus in Lewiston, celebrating arts, creativity, and community. Proceeds support the Center’s exhibitions, programs, and arts education initiatives.
The festival features 100+ art and craft vendors, hands-on activities for children, a variety of food vendors, and live entertainment featuring performers from across the region and beyond.
As one of LC State’s signature events, Art Under the Elms draws more than 8,000 visitors each year and is supported by extensive marketing across print, radio, web, and social media.