September 6 & 7, 2025 | 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.
Your indoor experience just got better! In addition to exploring the galleries, including the 69th Rochester-Finger Lakes Exhibition, browse even more artist booths and local food vendors, available in both the Vanden Brul Pavilion and the M&T Bank Ballroom.
Tickets
| $5 | Adults |
| Free | Children age 12 & under MAG Members |
Tickets can be used for either Saturday or Sunday.
MAG now offers free tickets to members for the number of visitors covered by their membership.
Artists
We’re still accepting artist applications for the 2025 M&T Bank Clothesline Art Festival! NEW opportunities for artists in 2025 include indoor booth spaces, and the $5,000 Luvon Sheppard Award for Creative Excellence. Artists at all career stages are encouraged to apply!
Food
- Big Papa Tacos
- Eat Greek
- Effortlessly Healthy
- Falangas Gourmet Cotton Candy*
- Frios Pops Rochester
- Ink Wtr Coffee Roasters*
- KO-BQ
- Macarollin
- Melt Food Truck
- Rob’s Kabobs
- Roc Dilla Quesadillas
- Rochester Kettle Corn
- Vasko’s on Wheels
- Wraps on Wheels
*Vendors located inside
Music
Saturday
On the front stage:
- 10:00–11:45 am: WAYO Radio
- 12:00–12:45 pm: Cammy Enaharo
- 1:00–1:45 pm: Maybird
- 2:00–3:15 pm: Televisionairies
- 3:30–5:00 pm: Discolobos (DJ)
Busking in the back:
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm: Clara Riedlinger + Dan Lynch
Sunday
On the front stage:
- 10:00–11:45 am: WAYO Radio
- 12:00–12:45 pm: Mountain River Traveler
- 1:00–1:45 pm: Europa
- 2:00–3:15 pm: Flying Object
- 3:30–5:00 pm: Lovelee (DJ)
Busking in the back:
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm: Jackson Cavalier
Introducing the Luvon Sheppard Award for Creative Excellence
New this year, the Luvon Sheppard Award for Creative Excellence celebrates artists and makers across all media from Rochester, the Finger Lakes, and Western/Central New York. Sponsored by Joy Gallery and Studio and local arts supporter Richard A. Glaser, this $5,000 award honors Sheppard’s lasting impact on the region’s creative community.
For over five decades, Sheppard has inspired and mentored young artists, leaving an indelible mark on MAG’s history by founding the Allofus workshop, a satellite community center that operated from 1972 to the late ’70s. He continues to nurture local talent through his work at RIT’s College of Art and Design and Joy Gallery and Studio. This award reflects his enduring legacy of creativity, mentorship, and community empowerment. Sheppard teaches at the College of Art and Design at RIT and supports local artists at Joy Gallery and Studio. The $5,000 Luvon Sheppard Award for Creative Excellence honors the artist’s legacy in the creative community in Rochester and beyond.
Save $15 on MAG Membership
Special MAG Membership pricing will become available during the M&T Bank Clothesline Art Festival beginning 9:30 am on Saturday, September 6 and ending at 5:00 pm on Sunday, September 7. Available online or in person at the Membership Table on the north side of MAG grounds. (Student and Out-of-Town memberships are not eligible for this promotion. UR Employee memberships are 50% off for Individual and Family memberships—year-round!)
Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Contributing Sponsors
Richard Glaser
Fellow Sponsor
Luvon Sheppard
Media Sponsors
