The 2025 Big Sky Artisan Festival will be held on Saturday, July 19th, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Big Sky’s Town Center, Len Hill Park. We expect 80 vendors featuring painting, photography, pottery, jewelry, and other fine handmade products. The festival will also include live music from local musicians, food and drink vendors, and artist demonstrations. The Quick Finish artists will be a part of the Silent Auction (scroll down for more information).
The Big Sky Artisan Festival is a celebration of fine artisans and craftspeople in beautiful Big Sky, Montana. A gateway town to Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky is a premier tourist destination known for world-class fly fishing, hiking, outdoor recreation, fine dining, and the renowned Big Sky ski resort. In addition to its natural beauty, Big Sky has become a thriving hub for arts and culture in southwest Montana.
The Big Sky Artisan Festival coincides with Big Sky Professional Bull Riding, making it one of the busiest tourism weeks of the summer. This is an exciting opportunity for artists to showcase their work, connect with potential clients, and participate in live demonstrations.
Thank you for being respectful of the homes and community around Len Hill Park! No dogs, no smoking, and no glass containers are allowed in the park. Portable toilets and water bottle refill stations will be available onsite.
Presented by Visit Big Sky & the Arts Council of Big Sky
June 4 – July 19, 2025
Celebrate the 9th Annual Big Sky Artisan Festival with an art-filled adventure around town! This self-guided scavenger hunt invites you to explore Big Sky while discovering artwork by local artists displayed in participating businesses.
Snap a photo and check in at each stop using the online platform, and you’ll be entered to win a $500 Gift Basket filled with items from local artists and shops. The more stops you check in at, the better your chances!
The hunt runs through July 19, ending at the Artisan Festival in Town Center. You do not need to be present to win—just join the fun, explore Big Sky, and celebrate the creative spirit of our community.
Location: Len Hill Park, Big Sky Town Center
Festival Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Schedule may flex as needed
11:00 AM – Festival Opens
Artisan booths, food vendors, and the beer tent open. Silent Auction begins. Kids ArtVenture Tent runs from 11 AM to 2 PM.
11:00 AM – Dan (solo guitar/singer)
11:30 AM – Thiago (solo guitar/singer)
12:00 PM – Tab (solo guitar/singer)
12:30 PM – Rondo Roude (solo keyboard)
1:00 PM – Tom Morino (solo guitar/singer)
1:30 PM – Paul Monk (solo guitar/singer)
2:00 PM – Aaron Young (with band)
3:00 PM – Christian Pruitt (with and without band)
4:00 PM – Robby Hutto (with band)
5:00 PM – Tanner Spree (with band)
6:00 PM – Community Jam Session (open to all musicians)
2:00–4:00 PM – Quick Finish Artist Demonstrations
Watch featured artists create works live. These pieces will be included in the Silent Auction.
4:00 PM – Scavenger Hunt Drawing
Winners announced at the Info Booth. This is the final week to participate.
4:30 PM – Silent Auction Closes
Place your final bids before the auction ends.
7:00 PM – Festival Closes
All booths, food vendors, and the beer tent close for the day.
Three unique pieces created live by our Quick Finish Artists will be available through our Silent Art Auction, open online from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
You don’t need to be present to participate, but winners are responsible for payment and arranging delivery.
50% of each winning bid supports the artist, and 50% supports the Arts Council of Big Sky, helping keep the arts accessible for all.
We're excited to add a Quick Finish Silent Auction to the Artisan Festival this year from 2-4 featuring Drew Christie, DG House, and Sue Moncada!
DG House – Contemporary Native American Artist
DG House is an acclaimed Contemporary Native American artist and an enrolled member of the Cherokee Tribe of NE Alabama. With over 25 years of experience, she serves as artist-in-residence at Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks and the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art. Her vibrant, storytelling art is featured in permanent collections worldwide and has been exhibited in top museums including the CM Russell Museum, the Heard Museum, and the Holter Museum of Art. DG’s work honors Native culture and wildlife, with pieces collected by icons like Sir Elton John and Sir Paul McCartney. She lives and creates in Bozeman, MT, surrounded by the natural beauty that inspires her art.
Drew Christie - Surrealist and Mystical Western Artist
He is a surrealist and mystical Western artist known for blending dreamlike imagery with the rugged spirit of the American frontier. Working across illustration, animation, and fine art, Christie draws inspiration from family road-trips, film, literature, and the vast landscapes of the West. His work weaves together elements of the mystical with western iconography, creating scenes that feel both timeless and otherworldly. Based in the Cascade Mountains, Christie has exhibited widely and earned acclaim for his distinctive visual storytelling, which invites viewers into realms where myth, memory, and reality blur.
Susan Moncada – Oil Painter
Montana-based oil painter Susan Moncada brings the landscapes and wildlife of Big Sky Country to life through vivid colors and rich textures. After a career in Medical Laboratory Science, she returned to her artistic roots in 2017, developing a distinctive impressionistic style using dynamic palette knife techniques. Influenced by renowned artists Robert Moore and David Mensing, Susan’s work radiates authenticity and emotional depth. She is a Signature Member of the Cowgirl Artists of America and exhibits at galleries including LeeAnn Ramey Art Gallery in Bozeman, MT.
We need volunteers! We have a lot of fun volunteer opportunities at this year’s Artisan Festival! Head to our Volunteer page to apply and learn more.