Plein Air Painting Event and Wet Sale
May 22, 2026 @ 8:00AM — May 24, 2026 @ 4:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
ArtsAltoona invites artists and art lovers alike to celebrate the beauty of the region through a two-day plein air painting event, culminating in a public wet sale of freshly created works.
The plein air event will take place Friday, May 22 through Saturday, May 23, offering artists the opportunity to create original works outdoors, capturing the natural and urban landscapes of the Altoona area in real time.
Participating artists are required to pre-register, with a registration fee of $35. Artists should report to the ArtsAltoona Center (2212 6th Ave. Altoona, PA 16602) on Friday, May 22 between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. to check in and receive their official event information packet.
Painting will take place throughout the day on Friday and Saturday at locations of the artists’ choosing within the designated area.
The event will conclude with a Wet Sale, open to the public, on Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the ArtsAltoona Center. This sale offers a unique opportunity for collectors and community members to purchase freshly completed works directly from participating artists.
This event celebrates the immediacy and vibrancy of plein air painting while fostering connection between artists and the community.
Artists will compete for cash prizes, with a $500 Best in Show award selected by a juror and a $250 People’s Choice award determined by public vote.