MPAartfest 2023

The 16th Annual MPAartfest

Sunday, October 2, 10am-4pm

Mark your calendars! MPAartfest 2022 returns for its 16th year to McLean Central Park on Sunday, October 2, 2022 from 10am – 4pm.

During MPAartfest, McLean Central Park is transformed into a lively landscape of mini art galleries showcasing and offering for sale the work of juried artists from throughout the mid-Atlantic region. This FREE event features contemporary art, live music throughout the day from some of the DC-area’s best musical talents, a Children’s Art Walk, food vendors, and much more.

MPA is an independent non-profit 501(C)3 organization. Funds raised at MPAartfest via sponsorships and individual donations support MPA exhibitions and programs throughout the year.

MPAartfest 2022 is made possible with the help of the McLean Community Center, and through partnerships with our community and corporate sponsors, Fairfax County Park Authority and The Mather.

Can’t wait until October? Relive all of the best moments of Virtual MPAartfest 2021 online! Visit MPA’s YouTube Channel to experience all of the Meet the Artist Talks.

2022 MPAartfest Featured Artists

From painting to sculptures, crystalline ceramics, bead work, wood work, jewelry, mixed media, fine illustrations, and much more, this year’s MPAartfest Featured Artists have something for everyone. Get a head start on your holiday shopping–it’s never too early to begin working your way through your list. With more than 35 premier visual artists from across the Mid-Atlantic region, you’ll leave with gifts for your whole crew.

Musical Performances

In recent years–under the enthusiastic leadership of MPAartfest Music Curator Ken Avis–music has become an integral and much-loved part of MPAartfest. The 15th Annual MPAartfest will continue this tradition with performances throughout the day by some of the DC-area’s most celebrated musicians.

This year’s expanded musical program features an international roster of critically acclaimed artists, including Nataly Merezhuk’s Hot Band, The Harry Bells, Sheyda Do’a Band, and more.

Children’s Art Walk: Call for Entries

MPA currently seeks submissions for our 15th Annual MPAartfest Children’s Art Walk. A perennial favorite at MPAartfest, the Children’s Art Walk is an open-air gallery of student art proudly sponsored by the New Dominion Women’s Club (NDWC) of McLean.

The show will be juried and open to students in the Langley and McLean Fairfax County Public School pyramid, as well as students at private and parochial schools. Student artwork submissions are welcome Saturday, September 18 and 25, 2021. Submissions may be dropped off at McLean Project for the Arts (1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean, VA 22101) from 10am-3pm. Limit one submission per student. Artwork may be any size 11×14 or smaller.

Parking Information

Parking is available at the McLean Community Center lots at the front of the building, and if those lots are full, overflow parking is available at the following lots within walking distance:

Other walking distance parking
• Capital One Bank — 6890 Elm Street
• FitzGerald Properties — 1446 Dolley Madison Boulevard (at Elm Street)

Golf cart shuttles for individuals with limited mobility will be available at the front of MCC.

Support MPAartfest

Join us as an MPAartfest Sponsor 2022!

Our corporate sponsors benefit from helping support equitable access to visual arts education to our increasingly diverse community, and particularly for those who might not otherwise have these opportunities. 

We’re committed to offering our partners valuable and effective custom sponsorship packages, developed to fit your company’s individual needs.

To get you started, view our Sponsorship Prospectus below or connect with Jennifer Wormser at jwormser@mpaart.org or (239)691-7548.

• Presenting Sponsor ($10,000) available – Exclusive sponsorship to show your commitment to supporting the local community and the arts. Includes a premier space at the festival and all-inclusive recognition opportunities.
• Children’s Art Village Sponsor ($2,500 per tent) 2 out of 3 reserved – An inspiring opportunity to engage with families! The focus is Science, Engineering, ART and Math, with an MPAartfest twist!  MPA develops the activity programming in the tent in partnership with you and providing sponsors with the most dynamic interaction possible in the park. The activities are designed to inspire kids of all ages!
• Live Musical Performance Stage Sponsor ($3,500) available – This area will showcase a wide variety of musical artists. Visitors listen (and dance) to great music on the gazebo stage, featuring bands representing the best DC area musicians. Includes a premier space at the festival and Emcee recognition throughout the day. Stay tuned for the lineup soon!
• Café Beret Sponsor ($3,500) unavailable – This well-loved MPAartfest staple offers visitors the chance to sample wine and beer while enjoying live musical entertainment from the gazebo. This unique sponsorship opportunity provides a platform to promote your organization to a well-heeled mature audience.
• MPAartfest Benefactors ($2,500) 1 available – MPAartfest Benefactors will have their own individual tents with a table to promote their organization. This is a wonderful opportunity to promote your organization and hand-out promotional materials.

Your sponsorship of MPAartfest makes it possible for MPA to continue providing quality programs for our community including critically-recognized contemporary art exhibitions, over 150 classes each year in our art studio, as well as MPA’s award-winning ArtReach program that reaches more than 3,000 students, seniors, and special needs residents. Learn more about MPA’s mission and programs.

Volunteer at MPAartfest

Looking for a great way to connect with your community and have fun at the same time? Volunteer at MPAartfest on October 2! Join the fun of making MPAartfest an outstanding event. Volunteers of all ages are needed for various activities throughout the day.

Soirée | A Celebration in Support of MPAartfest