Join us for the 40th Anniversary of Hernando County’s premier art show on March 8th & 9th, 2025
Celebrating artistry since 1984.
Join us for Hernando County’s largest art show! Art in the Park is an annual event dedicated to fine art, craftsmanship, and community that creates a unique opportunity and tradition for artists, collectors, and patrons of the arts. Artists and artisans showcase a wide variety of works and mediums inside of Tom Varn Park– a natural setting surrounded by beautiful oak trees in Brooksville, Florida. This will be our 40th-anniversary show, bringing in a diverse crowd of 6,000 attendees from Hernando County and our neighboring communities for a celebration of artistry in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Art in the Park is presented by the Hernando County Fine Arts Council.
SAVE THE DATE! The 40th Annual Art in the Park will take place on March 8 & 9, 2025.
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Meet 100 Fine Artists & Fine Crafters
Fine Artists & Fine Crafters from all over the United States can be found at our show sharing their works of art with our community. You will find jaw-dropping paintings, ceramics, fiber art, sculptures, jewelry, photography, and more along the shaded path at Tom Varn Park. Enjoy the arts of Hernando County and beyond! View the previous year's exhibitor list at this link and stay tuned to learn about the 2025 artists (coming soon).
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Engage & Enjoy Live Entertainment
New to the show, the musicians and performers will be placed throughout the park to enhance the experience. Local acts will perform a wide variety of music and the Children’s Experience Area will have an entire schedule of entertainment geared toward children. Interactive art installations and live art demonstrations will also be found throughout the park for all to enjoy over the weekend.
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Explore the Children's Experience Area
The Children’s Experience offers a mini Art in the Park art festival for the youth. This area encourages children’s creativity through hands-on art activities beyond coloring sheets. Children may take their creations with them or display them at the event. Thank you to the nonprofits, art-related businesses, and civic groups that support this special area!
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View the countywide Student Art Show
The Student Art Show is open to students of public, private, and homeschools in Hernando County from Elementary to College levels. Prizes will be awarded for the best works in each age category. Stop by the Student Art Show to see the work of talented students K-12 as well as AP and college level. Vote for your favorite piece in order to help students take home a prize! Is your student interested in applying? Follow along with us on social media to stay informed about the application!
The largest art show in
Hernando County
We are committed to enhancing the experience for every artist, collector, and patron of the arts who attends our show. Here are some frequently asked questions!
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Art in the Park takes place annually on the second weekend of March. Our next event takes place on Saturday, March 8, and Sunday, March 9, 2025.
The show is at Tom Varn Park at 301 Darby Lane in Brooksville, Florida.
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Yes, the event is free and open to the public. There is a suggested $5 parking donation that funds programs that fulfill our mission to encourage, promote, and support all the creative arts in Hernando County and to provide a means to showcase the arts.
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Yes, we are always looking for help! Please fill out this form to be notified of volunteer opportunities closer to the event date.
We can also assist students, groups, and other individuals looking for community service hours.
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Yes! Sponsorship opportunities can be found at this link. Please contact artinthepark@hernandoarts.org for more information.
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Video credit: Jesse Kasabian | Song credit: "High Hopes" by The Gray Suns
2025 Art in the Park Partners and Sponsors
Art in the Park is not possible without our generous sponsors! We extend our deepest gratitude to all for their invaluable contributions.
Children’s Experience Area Sponsor
Event Sponsor
Congratulations to the winners of the 39th Annual Art in the Park!
Learn more about the winners from the 39th Annual Art in the Park and see a show recap at this link. Looking for more history? You can also see show recaps from past years or learn more about the history of Art in the Park on the About page.