Art Under the Elms Festival Returns to Lewiston-Clarkston Valley

Annual three-day event features 100 artisan booths and a lineup of live music performances.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:18am

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring bold, jagged shapes in black, white, and red, conceptually representing the diverse array of visual arts, handmade goods, and live performances at the Art Under the Elms festival.The annual Art Under the Elms festival in Lewiston brings the community together to enjoy local arts, crafts, and live music in a vibrant, celebratory atmosphere.Clarkston Today

The annual Art Under the Elms festival is returning to the Lewis-Clark State College campus in Lewiston, Idaho this weekend. The free, three-day event will feature over 100 artisan booths showcasing local crafts and artwork, as well as a lineup of live musical acts that organizer Kristi Brown says will be a major draw for attendees.

Why it matters

Art Under the Elms is a longstanding tradition in the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley, bringing the community together to celebrate local arts and culture. The festival's combination of visual arts, handmade goods, and live music makes it a popular annual event that helps support the region's creative economy.

The details

In addition to the extensive artisan vendor lineup, Art Under the Elms will also feature a variety of musical performances across multiple stages on the Lewis-Clark State College campus. Organizer Kristi Brown says the concert lineup is a major draw that complements the festival's visual arts focus.

  • Art Under the Elms takes place from April 18-20, 2026.
  • The festival runs for three days, from Friday through Sunday.

The players

Kristi Brown

The organizer of the Art Under the Elms festival.

Lewis-Clark State College

The host venue for the annual Art Under the Elms festival, located in Lewiston, Idaho.

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What they’re saying

“It's a free concert,”

— Kristi Brown, Festival Organizer

The takeaway

The Art Under the Elms festival continues to be a beloved annual tradition in the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley, offering the community a chance to come together and celebrate local arts, music, and culture in a free, family-friendly setting.