If you’re visiting Knutsford this summer, Paint Knutsford! is a must-see artistic event taking place on Sunday 17 August 2025, from 9.30 am to 5pm. Organised by Knutsford Town Council and kindly sponsored by King Street Dental, this free-to-attend open-air painting festival brings art to life in the historic town centre.
Over 30 Artists—both professionals and amateurs—will set up outdoor ‘studios’ around the town, painting live throughout the day and a trail map will be available guiding you to each artists location so you can watch creations unfold in real time. The finished artwork will be displayed in Knutsford Market Hall from 4:30pm where a judging panel will decide who takes home the prize.
As part of the festivities, Knutsford Market Hall will also exhibit a special display of artwork by Knutsford’s budding young talents with judging taking place at 3.30pm by Knutsford Town Mayor Cllr Bryan Hartley and local gallery owner Tony Turner.
Speaking about the event, Tony said “It’s always difficult to judge individual artwork but initial impact of colour and narrative play a huge part for me. I’m looking forward to this event tremendously and seeing all the artist’s work and their enthusiasm.”
Alongside the event, Alfresco Dining will be in place along King Street allowing visitors to watch the painting whilst enjoying the local Knutsford hospitality.
Maps of the artists locations can be picked up at Council offices and various town centre businesses.
For further information on our events programme, visit www.discoverknutsford.co.uk or @DiscoverKnutsford on our social channels. Enquiries can be sent to enquiries@knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk or call 01565 653 929.