The Downtown Dallas Arts & Music Festival (DDAMF) is an annual, FREE to attend, family & pet friendly, 3-day out-door event held in celebration of Dallas Arts Month in April. DDAMF not only celebrates the dynamic cultural diversity representing Dallas-Fort Worth but also serves as a central platform for local artists and musicians to showcase their talents, fostering community engagement and direct interaction with the arts.

Dallas Arts Month, is a city-wide initiative that began in 2013 to promote awareness and appreciation for the work of Dallas artists and art organizations. Throughout April, numerous events, including exhibitions, performances, and festivals, take place across the city, highlighting our lively cultural community. Residents and visitors are encouraged to participate in events and programming offered by art and cultural institutions from all disciplines.

Artists and Musicians interested in participating are required to complete our application process.

DALLAS ARTS MONTH is a city-wide celebration of Dallas ARTS and is held annually during the month of APRIL.

In celebration of Dallas Arts Month (April), Downtown Dallas, Inc. in partnership with FGIII Fine Art Productions and The Creatives Factory will host the fourth-annual Downtown Dallas Arts & Music Festival (DDAMF) 2026

DDAMF is honored to partner with Dallas College and will feature Student and Faculty pop-ups from The School of Creative Arts, Entertainment & Design

FGIII plays a significant role within the DFW art community as a liaison between artistic talent and strategic partnerships with businesses, institutions, and non-profits. This role boosts artists' visibility across all career stages, nurturing a dynamic, creative environment focused on growth and artistic excellence, thereby strengthening the region's cultural landscape.

Downtown Dallas, Inc. (DDI), is the champion of a clean and safe Downtown and of the economic development and vibrancy of this community of diverse, unique neighborhoods. 

DDI mobilizes and amplifies the services of public agencies, advocates for catalytic developments that strengthen Downtown, provides care for the communities and public spaces it stewards, and elevates the quality of life for residents, workers, visitors, and other stakeholders.

The Creatives Factory, a creative playground for artists to bring their musical and visual ideas to life.

We want to help creatives explore, find, and define their unique sound while equipping them with the tools, opportunities, and resources needed to thrive in today’s music industry. 

From music production, music publishing, social media content creation, to label services and professional industry resources, we are here to help you navigate your way in a constantly changing music industry.

Dallas College is one of the largest colleges in the country, serving 125,000 students annually with seven main campuses spread throughout Dallas County and seven schools that each specialize in distinct areas.

The School of Creative Arts, Entertainment & Design nurtures student creativity while also preparing aspiring artists for thriving careers.

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