What are the festival hours?
Artisphere 2026 is taking place May 8-10. The daily hours are as follows:
- Friday, May 8: 12-8:00
- Saturday, May 9: 10-8:00
- Sunday, May 10: 11-6:00
Where will the festival be this year?
The festival will span Main Street from the intersection of Court Street and Main to Wardlaw and Main and cross the Liberty Bridge to include the lawn at the Grand Bohemian Lodge.
Do I need a ticket or reservation?
The festival is FREE! No tickets or reservations are necessary.
Will food and beverages be available on the festival site?
YES! This year, Artisphere will feature several local restaurants on the festival site, as well as an array of wine, beer, and soft drinks! Learn more about the food options on the Culinary page.
Are strollers or wheelchairs available for rent?
No. While strollers and wheelchairs are permitted within the festival site, they are not provided or available for rent.
Is smoking allowed on the festival site?
No. Smoking and vaping are prohibited within the festival site.
Where are the public restrooms located?
Public port-a-lets, including handicapped accessible port-a-lets, are available on the festival site on Oneal Street and Wardlaw Street.
What happens if it rains?
The festival goes on, rain or shine!
What if I get separated from my child or parent?
Please seek assistance from one of the many Greenville Police Officers on the festival site or visit the festival’s headquarters in the lobby of City Hall: 206 S. Main Street.
Is there a lost and found?
If found, lost items will be delivered to festival headquarters in the lobby of City Hall: 206 S. Main Street.
May I take picture of the artwork featured on Artist Row?
Please respect the original work of the artists and receive expressed permission before taking photos of the work.
When will the streets downtown be closing?
Main St at River and Markley and other access point streets will be shut down beginning at 4 AM on Thursday morning prior to the festival.
Can I buy Artisphere merchandise at the festival?
The Artisphere Festival Store is open all hours of the festival and located on the festival site. Here you will find Artisphere Commemorative Posters, T-shirts, Artisphere Private Label Wine, and Greenville-themed attire.
Is handicapped parking available?
Yes. Handicapped parking is available at all city owned parking garages.
Where can I park?
A variety of parking options are available in the City’s conveniently located parking garages.
How much is parking?
The special event rate at all city-owned parking garages is $6. Parking rates for privately-owned parking lots vary.
What if I am riding my bike?
Bike Valet, a free service from Bike Walk Greenville, offers safe and secure parking for bikes, even scooters, and strollers—just like a coat check! Ride downtown for Artisphere without worrying about traffic or parking. Located on the Swamp Rabbit Trail under the Main Street Bridge, Bike Valet is open Friday, 4–8pm, Saturday, 11-8pm, and Sunday, 11am–6pm.
May I bring lawn chairs, blankets, or coolers?
No. Lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers are prohibited within the festival site.
Are roller skates, skateboards, bikes, or personal transportation allowed?
No. Due to security and safety restrictions, roller skates, skateboards, bikes, and personal transportation are prohibited within the festival site.
HOWEVER, if you would like to ride your bike or skateboard to the festival, we will have a free BIKE VALET provided by BikeWalk Greenville underneath the Main Street Bridge along the Swamp Rabbit Trail on both Saturday and Sunday of Artisphere.
For more information visit the Bike Walk Greenville website.
Are pets allowed in the festival site?
No. Only service animals are permitted within the festival site.
Is there a festival map?
Yes! Here is a festival map you can download.