About SCAF

Space Coast Art Festival, (SCAF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization governed by an all volunteer Board of Directors. In 1963, a small group of artists and local community leaders, formed the first ‘Cocoa Beach Sidewalk Art Show’. Sponsored by the City of Cocoa Beach and supported by the Cocoa Beach Woman’s Club, the art show thrived for several years.

History of the Festival

Incorporated in 1972, Space Coast Art Festival, Inc. was born and presented its first juried show. Not-for-profit status was granted in 1996 and in 1998; a year-round headquarters was established and is currently located at 36 North Brevard Avenue in downtown Cocoa Beach. In 2000, a gallery was added to provide a venue for support of local artists and out-reach programs for children. Through a grant from a patron of the arts, the gallery is known as the Margaret Heins Gallery.

Always held over Thanksgiving Weekend, SCAF’s long history of outstanding success is due to the continued support from Festival Partnerships, Festival Sponsors, Memberships and Volunteers with special cooperation from our host, the City of Cocoa Beach.

With over $50,000 in cash awards for exhibiting artists, SCAF draws outstanding talent from throughout the country to exhibit over Thanksgiving Weekend.