The Celebrate Art! Celebrate Coffee! festival is presented each fall by the Willmar Area Arts Council. This year's festival is September 20 and is located in downtown Willmar. The tradition continues with artist demonstrations, children's tent activities, a juried art exhibition and art sale, food court, free coffee, and continuous entertainment from the outdoor stage.

Call For Emerging Artists/Artisans - April & May 2008
Celebrate Art! Celebrate Coffee! will feature an Emerging Artists tent this year. Participation will be free but based on a recommendation of an art instructor or mentor. The emerging artists may sell or just display their art at the festival which will be held in downtown Willmar on Saturday, September 20, from 10 am to 5 pm. The application deadline is June 1. Contact Willmar Area Arts Council for more information: 320-231-8560 or artscouncil@willmar.k12.mn.us.