Anyone ever hear of streetfairs.org (NJ)?

Posted by Geoff Coe on March 16, 2011 at 4:02pm in Art Show Information and Discussions

Can't even remember where I heard of streetfairs.org, but I sent an inquiry (that's all you can do on their website) and received a prompt PDF file that lists their events and rules/regs. They are a promoter of one-day weekend shows (mostly 11 to 5) throughout NJ (and nowhere else).

I'm wondering if anyone has ever done a show with them, and if so, what you think. I'm planning on being up north all summer and these may be a source of "filler shows." (Or not!)

Thanks in advance!

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Geoff Coe August 19, 2011 at 4:40pm

Hey Eva! Did you wind up doing that streetfairs.org show? If so, how was it?
Chris Hoyt March 24, 2011 at 7:07am

They put on ...... Street Fairs. Anything goes at their shows. They definitely are NOT an art fair promoter.

Up here in the northeast, street fairs have absoultely NOTHING to do with art unless they specifically say so. Street fairs are a great place for the local kids who haven't seen each other since school on Friday to hang out.
Diane Wright March 22, 2011 at 7:42pm

I live in Western Pa so most of the shows I know about tend to be in the Western part of the state. I would say that in Pittsburgh our best shows are Three River Arts Festival, Shadyside Arts Festival, and Fair in the Park (Pgh Craftsmen Guild show). We have lots of community festivals which do not support my price points. I also like "Art in the Wilds" in Kane, Pa. The Central Pa Arts Festival has a great reputation although I have never been accepted. The Eastern side of the state also has a number of good shows. This year I expanded to applying to some of those including Mt Gretna and Arts on Fire in Scranton. Last year I participated in the Reading, Pa Show, Discover Presque Isle (Erie, Pa) & the Shippensburg Corn Festival. None of which was good for me so I did not apply this year. I have not done any shows in New Jersey as of yet but expanding my base each year. Hope this helps.
- Joshua Zaitz > Diane Wright March 22, 2011 at 9:40pm
  
  I wouldn't recommend paying to participate in one of these shows. I've unfortunately been an arts vendor at 2-3 of them. While the shows are well run and organized, the patrons of the show aren't in the market to shop for artwork. Rather, the only vendors who seem to make any money are the food vendors, as people seem to only be there to either eat or pick up some of the free pens TD Bank hands out.
  
  In addition $125 for a one day show (11-5) is too pricey. I'd recommend participating in shows with a smaller fee (http://www.thecraftique.com/) or selling items on consignment in several retail stores and restaurants. I've done extremely well at those venues.
Diane Wright March 22, 2011 at 4:10pm

First off, let me say that I know nothing about streetfairs.org. But in looking at the photos,they look like the million community festivals that I see in Pa - which I also do not do anymore because of the low pricepoints. Those types of shows, if I am correct, are more about music, food, and something to do. Vendors who sell very inexpensive items do well but they are not about art. I did one community festival and the girl next to me was selling little girl tiaras made from ribbon and other craft materials for about $1 each. Every mom of little girls bought one. I had people come into my booth and ask what I had for $5 and under. If you have under $35 items, it may work. I sold only my most inexpenssive items and some stretchy bracelets. Doesn't work for me but I know it does for some crafters.
- Geoff Coe > R. Michael Wommack March 22, 2011 at 12:32pm
  
  Hmmm...I think you are right. If you use them, do post a note to this thread sharing your experiences with them. (I'll do the same!)
  
  Thanks!