Get Involved

There are lots of ways to get involved with the Waterbury Arts Fest!

Join the Planning Team! If you really want to get your hands dirty, we’d love to have you join the Waterbury Arts Fest Planning Team. This core group of dedicated volunteers is responsible for pre-festival planning, as well as assisting the festival coordinator with day-of onsite operations. Contact us for more information. 

Volunteer! If you want to get up close and personal with the Arts Fest, you can volunteer to help with day-of operations, including welcoming visitors, assisting artists, manning the information booth or even get a true insider’s perspective by helping with set up and tear down. Don’t have time to volunteer but want to show your support? Become a Friend of the Festival

Become one of our Artists! Artist Applications are closed this year. Contact us to be added to our list for 2024.

Become a Sponsor! If you are interested in joining the team please contact us about Sponsorship Opportunities

Be Social! Joining our social networks is one of the easiest ways to show your support for the Waterbury Arts Fest. Follow Discover Waterbury on Facebook and Instagram and use #WaterburyArtsFest to share your pics!

Attendees taking a picture at the selfie station

"Arts Fest is a destination event for Waterbury!"

— Arts Fest Attendee

"Great time as always!"

— Arts Fest Attendee

"A really fun event!"

— Arts Fest Vendor

"Excellent arts and crafts vendors - impressive quality and selection!"

— Arts Fest Attendee

"I had the best time today! Wonderful customers and people. "

— Arts Fest Vendor

"Saturday was awesome! Loved all the vendors! "

— Arts Fest Attendee

"The Friday night vibe is fun!"

— Arts Fest Attendee

"This was the best Arts Fest I have been to. I cannot think of anything that was missing!"

— Arts Fest Attendee

"I appreciate how well organized and friendly you all are!"

— Arts Fest Vendor

"A great night! Excellent job by all involved! It's a must attend event!"

— Arts Fest Attendee

"I thought this was a great event in every way. Can't wait for next year!!!"

— Arts Fest Attendee

"I had such a great time! Loved the food options and variety of vendors!"

— Arts Fest Attendee

"A perfect day!"

— Arts Fest Attendee