Festival Info
June 6: Saturday Festival: 11am - 6pm
June 7: Sunday Festival: 11am - 5pm
KidZone
Saturday, June 6: 11am - 5pm
Sunday, June 7: 11am - 5pm
Where: Field next to Virginia Highland Elementary
Artist Market
Saturday, June 6: 11am - 6pm
Sunday, June 7: 11am - 5pm
Event Overview
The Virginia-Highland Summerfest is celebrating 41 years of fine art, live entertainment, and family fun in 2026! Year after year, our festival is considered one of the leading events in metro Atlanta, and we are excited to invite you to join our estimated 30,000 attendees over the weekend of June 6 & 7 in the Virginia-Highland neighborhood. We love pets, but because of City of Atlanta permit restrictions, pets are not allowed in the festival area, with the exception of properly identified service animals.
DIRECTIONS
Summerfest is located on the scenic and historic Virginia Ave. between North Highland Ave. and Park Drive. The festival encompasses John Howell Park and Virginia Highland Elementary School.
Use Marta On The Go App
We encourage you to take public transportation if you can. Marta’s new On the Go app, available for iPhone and Android, will show you next train arrivals, system maps, and with the Trip Planner, allow you to plan your trip via train and bus from your door to Summerfest! The Virginia-Highland neighborhood is served by the #6, #16 and # MARTA buses and the nearest MARTA rail stations are Midtown Station (1.5 miles/30 minutes) and Inman Park/Reynolds town Station (2.1 miles/43 minutes)
Uber & Lyft Drop-off:
Virginia Ave and Park Drive
Drive And Park
Use Google Maps or Bing Maps for turn-by-turn directions from your location. Use “Virginia Avenue at N. Highland Avenue 30306” as the destination for the festival (eastern end) or “Park Drive at Virginia Avenue 30306” for the western end.
Roll-the-dice – There is a limited mix of free parking lots, paid parking lots, and designated on-street parking (including handicap street spaces). Beware that parking is always tight for Summerfest. Police will be enforcing standard parking rules and regulations. Please do not block driveways and pay attention to parking signs.
FAQ
Whom Should I Contact with Questions About Summerfest?
- Festival Sponsors: Please email questions about becoming a sponsor to Premier Events
- Non-Profit Sponsors: For information about becoming a non-profit sponsor, please complete this form.
- News, Media and Media Partnership Inquiries: Please contact summerfest@vahi.org.
- Food Vendors: For information about becoming a food vendor, please complete this form.
- Music and Entertainment: We are unable to respond to individual inquiries, but we will review your submission and get in touch if we are able to offer a booking at this year’s festival. To apply for consideration, please email summerfest@vahi.org. Application link coming.
What Happens If It Rains?
Summerfest goes on rain or shine. Certain events, such as the live music may be suspended depending on the intensity of the weather. For the latest festival updates and information, please follow us on social media.
Can I Bring My Dog (Or Other Pet) To Summerfest?
No. City ordinance prohibits pets at Summerfest. Your certified service animals are welcome at Summerfest.
What Forms of Payment Are Accepted For Things I Want To Buy At Summerfest?
Purchases made at participating Art and Makers booths and at each vendor’s booth. Most artists accept Visa, Mastercard, and Amex in addition to good ole’ cash. Some vendors offer other options such as Venmo and Paypal. Check with them on payment options.
Purchase KidZone unlimited one day play wristbands online in advance or at the festival with debit or credit cards. Details coming soon!
Beverages may be purchased with debit cards, credit cards or cash.
Food vendors typically accept debit cards, credit cards, cash and Venmo (certain vendors).
An ATM is conveniently located at the corner of North Highland and Virginia Ave (Wells Fargo branch location) and at Publix, Chase Bank and Bank of America on Ponce De Leon.
What Should I Not Bring Into Summerfest?
Alcohol, illegal weapons, pets, bicycles (o.k. to valet or lock-up outside festival), skates, skateboards, scooters, oversized backpacks, coolers, folding chairs, grills, illegal substances, or anything else the police at the entrances may deem not in the best interests of Summerfest. All bags are subject to search by the Atlanta Police Department.
Interested in being considered for our 2026 Art and Makers Market?
Complete an application by April 5, 2026. Apply here.
Interested in being a KidZone vendor?
Apply here.
Marketing and Media Partnership inquiries?
Please contact Laura Valente.
Music and Entertainment: Interested in performing at this year’s Summerfest?
Each year we receive hundreds of inquiries, and unfortunately we cannot offer performance slots for everyone. We are unable to respond to individual inquiries, but we will review your submission and get in touch if we are able to offer a booking at this year’s festival. To apply for consideration, please email summerfest@vahi.org. Application link coming.
Are Alcoholic Drinks Available At Summerfest?
You betcha! Authorized vendors will be selling beer, cocktails, and THC beverages to those 21 and over with proper ID. Please drink responsibly.
Who Produces Summerfest?
Summerfest is the annual fundraiser for the Virginia-Highland Civic Association, Inc. (VHCA), a volunteer-run, non-profit organization that helps maintain Virginia-Highland as one of the most livable urban communities in America. The VHCA leads and supports zoning and planning initiatives and other neighborhood improvements (ex: Orme Park and John Howell Park renovations and purchase/construction of North Highland Park, new trees, graffiti eradication, and street captain crime prevention programs). The VHCA also provides financial support to local parks, schools, public library, Trees Atlanta, and other organizations serving Virginia-Highland residents.