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Barrington Art Festival

Sunday, May 25, 2025 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Welcome the return of summer at the 16th annual Barrington Art Festival, Memorial Day Weekend! Start your family or friend’s day downtown with coffee and breakfast, then soak in unique art from 125+ artists at this long-cherished community tradition. Make your masterpiece at our live painting class, or plan a creative stop in the Kids Art Zone. Break for lunch at your favorite local spot, or enjoy a cold beer, lemonade and delicious snacks at the fest. Be sure to look for Kid’s Art Stop and Live Art Demo signs to get interactive with the artists. Barrington’s great restaurants, cafes and retail stores are open all weekend. Treat yourself to 125+ original artists & live music Enjoy free entry and easy, free street parking Indulge in a beverage and tasty food Take a live painting class at the fest! Stop in the Kids Art Zone – play art fest bingo, spin art, sand sculpture, coloring, drawing & more Become living art in the Face Painting tent! Get your steps in – accessible and easy to walk! Steps from the Barrington Metra Station   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Art Festivals.
Date & Time: May 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Schedule: daily, starting from 5/24/25, until 5/25/25
Venue: Downtown Barrington
Barrington, 60010
Cost: Free
Registration: Drop-in (no registration needed)