Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – The 53rd Annual Art in the Park will be held at Heritage Park in the heart of Downtown Foley. Hosted by the Foley Art Center, this juried fine arts show will feature over 80 artists from across the Southeast. Attendees can explore various artworks, including pen and ink drawings, oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, stained-glass, wood carvings, porcelain, fused glass, textiles, and jewelry.

The event takes place on May 10th and 11th. Festival hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free, making it a perfect way to spend Mother’s Day weekend with family and friends.

The festival runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free, making it an ideal outing for Mother's Day weekend. Families can enjoy children's activities such as hands-on projects and face painting in the expanded kids' area. Additionally, artwork from students at Foley Middle School, Foley High School, and Elberta High School will be on display.

A highlight of the event is the selection of the festival's artwork for the following year from the student exhibit. This year's featured artist is 10th-grader Laila Al-Biyati, whose design is showcased on the 2025 festival t-shirts and posters. T-shirts are available for purchase at the Art Center's tent, priced at $15 for sizes S-L and $20 for XL-XXXL. Laila will be present on Saturday morning to sign shirts.

Since 1966, the Foley Art Center has been dedicated to cultural enrichment along the Gulf Coast, offering programs, grants, and art classes. The center supports arts education in local schools, benefiting over 5,000 students through contributions from businesses and individuals. For more information, visit the Foley Art Center’s website, email thefoleyartcenter@gmail.com, or call 251-943-4381.