August 29 & 30, 2026 | 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Special MAG Member shopping begins at 9:30 on both days

The M&T Bank Clothesline Art Festival has been MAG’s largest annual fundraiser and biggest celebration of the arts for almost 70 years. Over 300 artists from across the country offer their work for purchase at this juried, two-day festival that takes place on the beautiful grounds of the Memorial Art Gallery. Clothesline is also the place to experience all-day live entertainment, sample food from some of Rochester’s favorite food trucks and vendors, enjoy free family art activities, and visit the museum.

Artist Applications

Artist applications for the 2026 M&T Bank Clothesline Art Festival are now open!


2025 Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

M&T Bank logo

Contributing Sponsors

County of Monroe

Richard Glaser

MVP Healthcare logo

Fellow Sponsor

Luvon Sheppard

McCarthy's Tents & Events logo

Media Sponsors

CITY Magazine
WXXI
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