GGAF News

 

International Artist Presentation »

Join us for a presentation Wednesday, October 30, at 6:30pm at Pensacola State College Lamar Lecture Hall.

2024 Festival Poster »

The 2024 Festival poster is by Michael Meissner, an esteemed artist who has captured the essence of landscapes and wildlife through his captivating works of art. 

2024 Volunteers Needed »

The Festival could not happen if it were not for the great volunteers who come together each year. Join the fun and get involved!

2024 Mainstage Music Lineup »

Check out the lineup of great musical acts that will be performing on this year's Mainstage. There will be something for everyone from bluegrass, Cajun, and blues to jazz and classical.

Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival ranked #18 by Sunshine Artist Magazine »

Sunshine Artist magazine has announced the release of its annual 200 Best. The Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival is ranked #18 in Fine Art and Design Festivals. Artists were able to cast their votes from February through April for the 200 Best shows list. They could list up to 10 shows they attended in 2023.

Meet Invited International Artist Aurelio Jose Diaz Trillo, "Buly" »

This year’s invited artist is Aurelio Jose Diaz Trillo, also known by his artistic name "Buly". He strives to create an inner world relatable to everyone, influenced by cubism, the Andalusian artist has depicted, characters, houses, landscapes ..., and life in a nutshell, being able to do so with his inalienable style.

Joyce Leggett selected as the 2024 Emerging Artist. »

Pensacola artist Joyce Leggett has been selected as the 2024 Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival Emerging Artist. She uses oil or acrylic paint to create visual backdrops.

2023 Children's Poster Contest Winner »

Congratulations to the 2023 Children's Poster Contest winner, Avalyn Tran. Avalyn is a student of Art Teacher Richie Hughes at NB Cook Elementary School. This year's theme was Free Time Fun.