SULPHUR, Okla. – The 12th annual Artesian Arts Festival, a daylong celebration of First American art and culture, is set 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, April 5, at the Artesian Plaza.
More than 140 First American artists from across the United States are expected to participate, displaying a vast array of original, diverse art.
Hosted by the Chickasaw Nation, the Artesian Arts Festival welcomed more than 14,400 art patrons to downtown Sulphur last year.
Open to the public at no charge, the Artesian Arts Festival is a family-friendly event that offers activities for all ages while highlighting First American art, artists, music, dance and cuisine.
A juried art show and market, participation in the 2025 Artesian Arts Festival is open to all federally recognized First American artists. Talented First American artists from 11 states, representing 22 tribes, applied for the 2025 festival.
Art patrons can expect a festival brimming with original First American art, including jewelry, sculpture, metalworking, beadwork, paintings, photography, textiles, basketry and pottery.
In addition, a talented lineup of entertainment is planned. Musical entertainment scheduled includes the RCB Band, Mowdy, LABRYS, Bly, Pace Road and Bluez Boys.
First American dance demonstrations from the Chickasaw Nation Dance Troupe, Champion Native American Hoop Dancers featuring ShanDien LaRance, Mitotiliztli Yaoyollohtli Aztec Dancers, Cellicion Traditional Zuni Dancers and the Oklahoma Fancy Dancers, are planned in two dance areas throughout the day.
Several food vendors will be available offering a wide array of delicacies.
The Artesian Arts Festival takes place at the Artesian Plaza, adjacent to the Artesian Hotel and Spa, 1001 W. First St., Sulphur.
For more information, contact Chickasaw Nation Arts & Humanities at (580) 272-5520, visit ArtesianArtsFestival.com or email ArtistInfo@Chickasaw.net.