31st Annual Spring Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival
March 27th, 28th & 29th, 2026
Established 1994
The Town of Carefree Signature Event
Admission: $5.00*
Hours 10am - 5pm
101 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ, 85377
Couples' Day Out - Two Tastings, Two Admissions - $60.00 (This package includes two free admissions, two souvenir Thunderbird Artists wine glasses and 20 tasting tickets to sample fine wines)
Souvenir Wine Glass with tasting tickets - $30.00 (cash preferred)
*Cash only at the gate for tickets. Discounts available for online admission ticket purchases. Click link below.
Thunderbird Artists, the Southwest’s leading producer of fine art events, proudly presents the grand finale, the 31st Annual Spring Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival—the final and most anticipated show of the season. This signature event transforms Carefree into an open-air gallery, inviting guests to explore an extraordinary selection of juried fine art across every medium and style. From bold contemporary works to timeless classics, the carefully curated lineup offers something to inspire every collector and enthusiast.
What makes this festival truly unforgettable is the chance to meet the artists in person. Strolling through the festival, guests can connect directly with the creators, hearing the stories and inspirations behind each unique piece. These personal connections spark a deeper appreciation and bring the art to life in meaningful ways.
The experience is enriched by the sounds of live music drifting through the air, perfectly paired with wine tastings, fine spirits, crisp microbrews, gourmet cuisine, and irresistible sweet treats. Together, they create a vibrant atmosphere that celebrates artistry, flavor, and community.
As the last show of the season, the Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival is more than an event—it’s a celebration of creativity, connection, and the beauty of Arizona’s festival tradition. Don’t miss the grand finale!
Meet our Featured Artists, Jason & Danielle Napier
Jason Napier's whimsical wildlife sculptures radiate joy and personality, brought to life through his richly colored patinas. He first discovered his gift 25 years ago while working in a bronze casting foundry to pay for college, where the process inspired him to create his own pieces after hours. Over time, he developed his signature style of smooth surfaces, graceful lines, and polished accents that convey motion and vitality. His distinctive patinas, tailored to each animal, have become his hallmark and earned him international recognition among collectors and peers in contemporary wildlife art.
His success owes much to his partnership with his wife and high school sweetheart, Danielle. Starting humbly in the demanding world of bronze, they combined Jason's artistic vision with Danielle's business expertise, design sense, and unwavering support to build a strong foundation. Together, they have owned galleries, shown in fine art festivals, and exhibited worldwide—a true testament to their shared passion and flourishing collaboration.
Current lineup of artists partipating in the
31st Annual Spring Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival
Marilyn & Terry Alexander
David Alvarado
Gerald Arrington
Tris Ayers
Nobe Babayan
Marie Barbera
David Barkby
Michael Barnett
Dona Bollard
Nadine K Booth
Martin Bourbeau
Steve & Calisse Browne
Bob Buhmann
Myra Burg
Mario Cespedes
Kudakwashe Chiromo
Caroline Christie
Viki Ciesiul
Justin Coopersmith
Tracy Crocker
Liz Cummings
Chris Dellorco
Dave Dilli
Linda Donohue
Johanna Dozer
Elizabeth Dunlop
Chris Efsratis
Frank Falk
Mary Filapek
Sarah Foster
Julie Glassman
Kyle Gowen
Guilloume
Karla Hackman
Harut Hakobyan
Jay Hall
Aasia Hamid
Stephen & Bonnie Harmston
Meg Harper
Tiffany-Marietta Harris
Dave Hatton
Chris Heede
Cheryl Hochberg
John Hoyt
Robert Hughes
Kathy Immekus
Mark Jiminez
Clare Johnston
Paul Jones
Miro Kenarov
Polly Kennedy
Ben Kinne
Tanya Kirouac
Boubakary Konseimbo
Karen Ledin
Maia Leisz
Travis Lemons
Erin Linton
Katherina Lipscomb
Jerry & Marshall Locke
Gary Louis
Harold Lujan
Armik Malekian
John Manley
Marilyn Manwaring
Michael & Pat McAllister
Michael & Stephen McCullough
Mel Mendez
Robyn Mosier
Donald Mundorff
Jason & Danielle Napier
Michael Nisperos
Lungala Nzalamba
Randy O’Brien
Jennifer O’Cualain
Krystal & Kim Obrzut
Jennifer Ochs
Tasha Overpeck
Ming-Chu Oye
Scott Palmer
Sabrica Pattyson
Steffen Plistermann
Bert Poling
Nathan Roberts
Christopher Roche
Kevin Russell
Fi Rust
Mariusz Rynkiewicz
Leon Sadlo
Jamie Sandoval
Gustavo Santana
Steven Schneider
Jan Schultz
Lucas Schwartz
Tim Sears
Lyn Sedlak-Ford
Jeff Seemayer
Joshua Serafin
Moss Shacter
Charles Sherman
Elfried Somberg
Carolanne Stalteri
Tyler Stinson
Fred Stodder
Lucas Taylor
Craig Terry
Michael Thiele
Lou Ann Townsend
Ramon & Rosa Velasquez
Pietra & David Wall
Jon Watson
Bob Wilfong
Robert Wilhelm
Taylor & Walker Winn
Douglas Wodark
Larry Yazzie
Victor Yurivilca