The St. James Court Art Show is a juried fine arts and contemporary crafts show held annually the first weekend of October in Historic Old Louisville, marking its seventieth year in 2026. Over 600 artists from across the country exhibit across six sections of the neighborhood's Victorian streets, with free admission.
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Held among the largest collection of Victorian homes in the United States, the show has been repeatedly recognized by Sunshine Artist magazine, including being named the best fine art and design show of the decade from 2010 to 2020 and ranked among the top shows nationally in 2025, credentials that place it among the most respected outdoor juried art shows in the country rather than a purely local craft fair
The show maintains a rigorous jurying process for the more than 600 artists who exhibit each year
and its 2026 seventieth anniversary is being marked with a yearlong series of special events including a retrospective historical panel
reflecting the shows deep institutional history within the Old Louisville neighborhood
2–4 October 2026
For St. James Court Art Show, plan transport around the exact Louisville venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Casual comfortable clothing suits an all-day outdoor walking event; comfortable walking shoes are essential given the show spans multiple blocks and sections of Old Louisville.
Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.
For St. James Court Art Show, stay near the part of Louisville you will actually use, with reliable return transport.
Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.
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St. James Court Art Show is listed for 2–4 October 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.
The festival is listed in Louisville, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.
3 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.
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