Founded in 1962, the Marblehead Festival of Arts has a rich history of producing a premier summer arts festival that has become a forum for artistic expression over its 50+ years of operation.

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Create the 2026 Festival Logo!

The Marblehead Festival of Arts invites professional and nonprofessional individuals who currently reside, work, attend a school, or belong to an arts association in Essex County to submit entries for the 60th Marblehead Festival of Arts Logo Contest. This long-standing and prestigious competition, as old as the festival itself, produces a one-of-a-kind design to symbolize each year's event. Festival logos appear on merchandise, signage, web pages, and so much more, and are u

Artisans' Holiday Marketplace Returns!

Marblehead's annual holiday tradition returns! The Marblehead Festival of Arts is proud to present the Artisans' Holiday Marketplace ! Enjoy shopping for unique, creative, hand-crafted gifts for your friends and family—and maybe yourself, too! This one-of-a-kind market in historic Abbot Hall will feature new artists and returning favorites, providing you a wide selection of gifts for everyone in your life. But shopping is just the beginning! Sip on signature cocktails and cra

2026 Sponsors

We are currently welcoming corporate and business sponsorships for the 2026 Marblehead Festival of Arts. If you'd like to ensure the Festival continues for this year and generations to come, please visit our Sponsorship page.