BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Kelly - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Kelly X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thekelly.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Kelly REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20260331T164308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T164308Z UID:10001487-1776470400-1778975999@thekelly.org SUMMARY:The Kelly's Own DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/the-kellys-own-2/ LOCATION:The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts\, 301 Hill Street\, Wetumpka\, AL\, 36092 CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Kellys-Own-Event-Cover-e1774975321312.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20260331T165940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165940Z UID:10001488-1776470400-1778975999@thekelly.org SUMMARY:Artful Discoveries: Elmore County High School Student Art Show DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/artful-discoveries-2/ LOCATION:The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts\, 301 Hill Street\, Wetumpka\, AL\, 36092 CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Artful-Discoveries-Cover.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T110000 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20260121T173948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T173948Z UID:10001431-1776852000-1776855600@thekelly.org SUMMARY:Art Start: Pre-School Art Program DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/art-start-5/2026-04-22/ LOCATION:The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts\, 301 Hill Street\, Wetumpka\, AL\, 36092 CATEGORIES:"Kelly's Kids",Children Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Art-Start-Cover-e1769016962627.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20250123T222429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T195635Z UID:10001026-1777024800-1777035600@thekelly.org SUMMARY:Morning Sketch DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/morning-sketch-4/2026-04-24/ LOCATION:The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts\, 301 Hill Street\, Wetumpka\, AL\, 36092 CATEGORIES:Adult Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Morning-Sketch-4-e1737670831822.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20260317T202425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T191957Z UID:10001482-1777111200-1777309200@thekelly.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Drawing from Life: 3-Day Intensive Human Form Workshop DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/drawing-from-life-3-day-workshop/2026-04-25/ LOCATION:The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts\, 301 Hill Street\, Wetumpka\, AL\, 36092 CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Updated-Drawing-from-Life-Event-Cover-e1773779057837.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20260116T181301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T181533Z UID:10001420-1777161600-1777247999@thekelly.org SUMMARY:Artist Deadline: "Let Freedom Ring" Applications Due Today DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/let-freedom-ring-due/ CATEGORIES:Artist Deadline ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Applications-Due-Cover-e1739902898527.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20260317T202425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T191957Z UID:10001483-1777197600-1777222800@thekelly.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Drawing from Life: 3-Day Intensive Human Form Workshop DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/drawing-from-life-3-day-workshop/2026-04-26/ LOCATION:The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts\, 301 Hill Street\, Wetumpka\, AL\, 36092 CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Updated-Drawing-from-Life-Event-Cover-e1773779057837.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20260317T202425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T191957Z UID:10001484-1777284000-1777309200@thekelly.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Drawing from Life: 3-Day Intensive Human Form Workshop DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/drawing-from-life-3-day-workshop/2026-04-27/ LOCATION:The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts\, 301 Hill Street\, Wetumpka\, AL\, 36092 CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Updated-Drawing-from-Life-Event-Cover-e1773779057837.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20260331T171621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T171622Z UID:10001452-1777392000-1777395600@thekelly.org SUMMARY:Kelly's Kids Town: School-Age Art Program DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/kellys-kids-town-6-2/2026-04-28/ LOCATION:The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts\, 301 Hill Street\, Wetumpka\, AL\, 36092 CATEGORIES:"Kelly's Kids",Children Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Kids-Town-e1770226366881.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T133312 CREATED:20260401T192753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T192753Z UID:10001497-1777546800-1777554000@thekelly.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon (Private Event) DESCRIPTION:WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n WeWA\n\n 2025 Festival\n 2024 Festival\n 2023 Festival\n 2022 Festival\n\n\nArt Gone Wild & Art Competition\n2025 Event Schedule\nBecome a Sponsor of WeWA\n\n 2025 Sponsors\n 2024 Sponsors\n 2023 Sponsors\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 24th \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Demos \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art \n \n \n \n \n Learn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Music \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vendors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Every year\, The Kelly holds our “Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition” and “Art Gone Wild” art exhibitions\, both showcasing the truly beautiful wildlife art of our region. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is an annual one-day festival celebrating wildlife art as well as the natural beauty of Alabama. Art appreciators and outdoor enthusiasts alike gather together for this festival. We strive every year to pack this festival full of educational presentations\, art exhibits and classes\, vendors\, food\, children’s activities\, and expert demonstrations. The Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is held on every fourth Saturday of October in the Historic Downtown Wetumpka. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wetumpka\, AL \n \n \n \n Festival Offerings \n \n \n \n This 2026 year\, join us for entertaining activities and workshops all throughout the beautiful downtown Wetumpka. Explore the upcoming offerings\, celebrating our Southeastern wildlife and the great outdoors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DockDogs Competition \n \n \n \n DockDogs is the fastest growing sport on 4 legs. DockDogs is a organization created in 2000\, and their open competitions allow “anyone with a dog and toy” to participate in the sport and have a chance at national recognition. DockDogs will be competing throughout the festival in three categories: Big AirExtreme Vertical\, andSpeed Retrieve \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Painting \n \n \n \n More information coming soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sporting Dog Demonstrations \n \n \n \n We will have sporting dog demonstrations from renown local and regional kennels and trainers! Check back later to see who we add. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Animal Encounters \n \n \n \n with Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is the oldest and largest non-profit conservation organization in Alabama. The AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 to promote the conservation and wise use of our wildlife and natural resources and to ensure a high quality of life for future generations of Alabamians. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Competition Winners Announcement \n \n \n \n with The Kelly \n \n \n \n Everyone has been on the edge of their seats to see who the winner of this year’s Alabama Wildlife Fine Art Competition is–and it’s time to finally find out! Join us at the main stage at 9:00am for the reveal of 2025’s winners\, including the $12\,000 grand prize winner! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n And More! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To be Announced \n \n \n \n We are working all year to bring you a lineup of events\, vendors\, and workshops. Check back to see who else we add throughout the year! \n \n \n \n Want to be notified of new additions? \n \n \n \n Follow the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival on social media! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us in the City of Natural Beauty for \n \n \n \n Alabama's Premiere \nWildlife Art Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our Festival's Mission \n \n \n \n The mission of the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival is to engage\, inspire\, and educate the art and outdoor communities with a public festival celebrating Alabama’s wildlife\, landscapes\, and field sport traditions through the visual arts while also financially supporting the mission of The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Become a Vendor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Join our artists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Volunteer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Questions? \n \n \n \n Contact us at WeWA@TheKelly.org or (334) 478-3366. URL:https://thekelly.org/event/volunteer-appreciation-luncheon/ LOCATION:The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts\, 301 Hill Street\, Wetumpka\, AL\, 36092 CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://thekelly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Volunteer-Luncheon-e1775071632700.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR