The Frida Festival is entering its 21th year and originated in the East End of Houston, TX. Our 2018 – 2025 festivals had over 30,000 attendees and were held in various locations including the Hardy & Nance Studios, Navigation Esplanade and Discovery Green.
This year the celebration will be at Discovery Green
2026 Dates
Viva Frida! Art Exhibition
Opening night Saturday, May 17, 6 – 9 pm
Show runs May 17-31
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MECA East End at TBH
333 S Jensen Dr., Houston TX 77003
An art exhibit opening will take place at MECA TBH Campus. This exhibition will showcase contemporary artists from across Texas who have been influenced by Frida’s work. The goal of the exhibit would be to provide visitors with a deeper understanding of Frida Kahlo’s art, life, and cultural impact, and to inspire them to continue exploring and appreciating her work.
Frida Festival
Festival will be Saturday, March 28
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Discovery Green
1500 McKinney, Houston, TX 77010
Call for Artists
Submit work for the 2025 art exhibition via this link.
All work must be original creations of the artist submitting the application. No reproductions of original work by other artists or Frida Kahlo’s original pieces will be accepted. We are looking for original pieces that incorporate Frida’s legacy and or inspiration. All mediums are welcome, work must be reviewed and accepted by the curator.
Deadline to apply is Friday, April 25th at midnight CMT.
Vendor Application
Apply to be a vendor for 2025 via this link.
