Bayou City Art Festival Returns to Memorial Park with Nonprofit Partners, VIP Experiences, and Featured Artist Jonah Ballard
By Francis Page, Jr.
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September 8, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston’s crown jewel of creativity is back! The Bayou City Art Festival, produced by Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA), is set to transform Memorial Park into Houston’s biggest outdoor art gallery from Friday–Sunday, October 10–12, 2025, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM CT. This annual celebration of artistry, culture, and community promises to be bigger, bolder, and brighter than ever before. 🌟 Supporting Local Nonprofits Through Art At its core, the festival isn’t just about showcasing masterpieces—it’s about giving back. This fall, six outstanding local nonprofit organizations will benefit directly from the proceeds while also engaging festivalgoers through volunteer efforts and interactive creativity in the Active Imagination Zone. The 2025 nonprofit partners include: • ArtReach • Brave Little Company • Fresh Arts • The Health Museum • Houston Repertoire Ballet • The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Their presence ensures that every brushstroke, sculpture, and melody at the festival is tied to a larger purpose: uplifting Houston’s cultural, educational, and artistic landscape. 🎨 Featured Artist: Jonah Ballard This year’s spotlight shines on Jonah Ballard, a self-taught acrylic painter from Phoenix, Arizona, celebrated for his ethereal, dreamlike canvases awash in soft pink hues. His work is more than just art—it’s an invitation into a world of transformation, awakening, and imagination. With his distinct palette and ability to evoke reflection, Ballard’s showcase promises to be one of the festival’s most talked-about highlights. 🎶 More Than an Art Show—It’s a Festival Experience Guests can look forward to live entertainment, culinary delights from Houston’s favorite food trucks, and craft beverages scattered throughout Memorial Park. From the Wine Garden to the Craft Beer Garden, the festival offers refreshing stops to sip, savor, and socialize. For art aficionados who want the red-carpet treatment, the VIP Hospitality Lounge is a can’t-miss. Nestled under the shade of Memorial Park’s iconic trees, this exclusive space features: • Complimentary light bites, beer, and wine • Artistic décor and roaming musicians • VIP parking and early access from 11:00 AM–5:00 PM Single-day VIP passes are available for $75, with a three-day pass for $150—a worthy investment in Houston’s most immersive cultural weekend. 🎟️ Tickets & Entry Early bird online tickets are now available at bayoucityartfestival.com: • Adults: $18 ($20 after October 1) • Children (6–12): $5 • Children under 5: Free • VIP Tickets: $75/day or $150 for all three days 💡 Important Note: Physical tickets will NOT be sold at the gate. Online pre-purchased tickets are required for entry. 🌍 Why Bayou City Art Festival Matters For more than 50 years, Bayou City Art Festival has provided a stage for over 20,000 artists while raising nearly $4 million for Houston-area nonprofits. With support from the City of Houston through the Houston Arts Alliance, corporate sponsors, and thousands of volunteers, this fall’s event is expected to attract tens of thousands of art lovers from across Texas and beyond. Mark your calendar: October 10–12, 2025. Houston’s art heartbeat will be louder than ever. Early bird online tickets are now available at bayoucityartfestival.com:
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