Paraders
All you need is to make or bring some art and carry it, pull it, push it, wear it, or perform it. Art is a painting, sculpture, mask, puppet, costume, dance, song, a drum beat, whatever. You can walk alone or as a group -- as a family and neighbors, as a community organization, as a school or business. The most important thing is to have fun. Children younger than 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Please use the registration form to reserve your place in the parade. The deadline for paraders to be listed in the program is September 1, 2024.
Participation in the parade is free.
Performers
The Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival is a chance for local performers, amateurs and professionals alike, to strut their stuff. Musicians, dancers, and performers can entertain while walking in the parade or on one of the festival stages.
The deadline for performers to register was July 31, 2024. All stage time has been assigned, but you are welcome to perform as you walk in the parade.
Art Vendors & Exhibitors
The deadline has passed to apply to sell art at the Festival. If you apply you will be placed on a waitlist for consideration if there are cancellations.
Selection of art vendors is guided by WAP's aim to present a diverse collection of art mediums and styles with priority for local artists.
Food & Beverage Sales
The 8 tented spaces available for vendors to sell food and beverages in the Food Corner have all been reserved.
Sponsors
We rely upon donations and grants to produce the annual Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival Please help us bring our community together with art and show your support for local artists by making a donation today. A donor of $200 or more, will be recognized as a "Sponsor" on our website and on printed materials for the annual parade & festival.
Sponsors at the Bronze Brush level ($500) and above are able to have a tented exhibit space at the festival. Sponsors who want a tented space should use the application form. To make donation click here.