The Starkville Area Arts Council is proud to bring the Cotton District Arts Festival to Starkville and appreciates the support of the City of Starkville, Oktibbeha County, the Greater Starkville Development Partnership, the Mississippi Arts Commission, Visit Mississippi, and numerous foundation, business, and individual donors.  

​The Cotton District Arts Festival's success is owed to the unbelievable efforts of countless volunteers, donors, and sponsors. This page is dedicated to all those who support and help bring the festival to you.​

It takes a community to build a Festival!

Want to Sponsor CDAF2023?
Sponsorships open for 2023!

Sponsorships are first-come, first-served until taken.  Be sure to note payment deadlines on the Sponsorship Form.
Sponsorship details are below. Please don't hesitate to call us with questions. We may even be able to tweak a sponsorship to fit your brand! Overview available now!
Want to get more involved? Volunteer!
​The festival is comprised of committees that are co-chaired by some of the most loyal, dedicated and seasoned volunteers we've met. On the day of the festival, it takes 100+ volunteers working in 2-hour shifts.  Volunteers set up, break down, and do everything in between. A special THANK YOU to all of those who have given their time and effort to make the Cotton District Arts Festival a success!

#CDAF2022 Sponsors

Artisan Village Sponsor
The Artisan Village is home to all kinds of artisans of all mediums from all over the South. Thank you to 4 County and Fastnet for sponsoring the Artisan Village! Check out the map page for a full map of the festival.
​Taste of Starkville
Thanks to Clark Beverage Group for their continuing sponsorship of this fantastic highlight of local food and fare! Check out all our Taste of Starkville vendors on the Music & Food Tab
South Stage
Thank you to Dan Camp Family Real Estate  and Camp Brothers Real Estate for Sponsoring the #CDAF2022 South Stage! The South Stage is our Community Stage - come support local school and civic and community groups as they share their talent!

Be sure the dedication ceremony at 9 am on the South Stage in front of Paige Mansion.
​Music & Singer/Songwriter Competition
Thank you to the Del Rendon Foundation and Dave's Dark Horse Tavern for hosting the Singer/Songwriter competition on September 8, 2022! Be sure to come to Dave's for the competition and come see the Winners on the West Stage at #CDAF2022 on Oct 29. For more info on this competition, check out our page under the Music & Food tab.
Pawrade
This year, we're changing it up! Thank you to Howl-O-Ween in the Park for planning our special #CDAF2022 Halloween edition of the Pawrade. See the Pawrade Page for more details!
Writers' Village Sponsor
We've revamped our Writer's Village and excited to have a sponsorship from MaxxSouth Broadcasting! Check out the new things we're doing with  Writers' Village under the Villages & Competitions tab above!
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​Click the link above to view our sponsorship form and claim your spot today! These opportunities go fast so let us know if you have any questions!
​2022 CDAF is also brought to you by the following Supporters...
Tkach Properties LLC
​Please say a huge THANK YOU to our city services or their support!
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Starkville Police Dept.
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Starkville Fire Dept.
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Oktibbeha Co EMS / E911
  • The City of Starkville Sanitation & Environmental Service Department
  • Oktibbeha County Trustees
  • St. Joseph Catholic Church of Starkville

General Support

​General support of Starkville Area Arts Council and the Cotton District Arts Festival also comes from the Mississippi Arts Commission, Visit Mississippi,  the City of Starkville, Oktibbeha County, and the Greater Starkville Development Partnership.

Volunteer Support

Children's Village
Thank you to Starkville Strong for hosting the 2022 Children's Village! Be sure to check out more details about this fundraiser on the Children's Village page!
Juried Arts Competition and Show
Thank you to  Mississippi State University Department of Art for their support of the 2022 Juried Arts Competition and Show.  Be sure to check out the opening reception at the Visual Arts Center on October 28th and check out the show from Oct 24 - Nov 4!
International Village
As always, Thank you to the MSU Holmes Cultural Diversity Center for their sponsorship of the #CDAF2022 International Village! Be sure to check out the events for this fun festive village!
South Stage
The South Stage is our Community Stage - come support local school and civic and community groups as they share their talent! Thank you to Mississippi Golden Triangle Alumnae Chapter (MGTA) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc for helping run the South Stage!
Mayor's Youth Council

Meet the #CDAF2021 Sponsors

Volunteers Who Make #CDAF Possible!

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CDAF 2018 Volunteers