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November 16 & 17, 2024
Detroit, Michigan
Ferndale parking structure: Troy Street at Allen
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
120 Artists
Deadline: September 30, 2024

Application fee: $20/Booth fee starts at $225

This show is being produced by Integrity Shows, the organization that runs Funky Ferndale Art Fair and other events. 

We're thinking it is a edgy version of a Christmas Market. Instead of little huts and bright lights, we have a cozy setting and a more up-to-date feel. We're including art, craft, DIY, cottage foods, authors...We expect that price points under $100 may be the most successful.

While most of Integrity Shows events are focused on the more traditional arts items, this one is open to DIY. For example, candles, silk screened shirts and soaps would not normally be in one of our events, but we are open to having well-crafted items like this.

The event takes place underground in the new Ferndale DOT parking structure. It is sheltered from wind and rain but not heated. It will be chilly but not cold. Ferndale is convenient to Detroit and the suburbs. It's home to many young families as well as young adults. It is the center of gay culture in the area.

Deep underground, beneath the Ferndale parking structure,
(Troy Street at Allen) you will find our secret society of artists, makers, authors & bakers. 
But... Like everything magic, blink and it's gone.

-Integrity Shows-
Fun events. Seriously.

For more info: https://www.undergroundferndale.com/
Contact: Mark Loeb  mark@integrityshows.com

November 16 & 17, 2024
Detroit, Michigan
Ferndale parking structure: Troy Street at Allen
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
120 Artists
Deadline: September 30, 2024

Application fee: $20/Booth fee starts at $225

This show is being produced by Integrity Shows, the organization that runs Funky Ferndale Art Fair and other events. 

We're thinking it is a edgy version of a Christmas Market. Instead of little huts and bright lights, we have a cozy setting and a more up-to-date feel. We're including art, craft, DIY, cottage foods, authors...We expect that price points under $100 may be the most successful.

While most of Integrity Shows events are focused on the more traditional arts items, this one is open to DIY. For example, candles, silk screened shirts and soaps would not normally be in one of our events, but we are open to having well-crafted items like this.

The event takes place underground in the new Ferndale DOT parking structure. It is sheltered from wind and rain but not heated. It will be chilly but not cold. Ferndale is convenient to Detroit and the suburbs. It's home to many young families as well as young adults. It is the center of gay culture in the area.

Deep underground, beneath the Ferndale parking structure,(Troy Street at Allen) you will find our secret society of artists, makers, authors & bakers. But...like everything magic, blink and it's gone.

-Integrity Shows-

Fun events. Seriously.

For more info: https://www.undergroundferndale.com/
Contact: Mark Loeb  mark@integrityshows.com

September 20, 21, & 22, 2024
Ferndale, Michigan
Nine Mile at Woodward
Friday 4pm-7:30pm, Saturday 10am-7:30pm, &  Sunday 11am-6pm
120 artists
Deadline: June 22, 2024

Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

Twice as funky as the average fine art fair.

Yes, a fine art fair can also be funky. We focus on art that has a bit of an edge. Traditional techniques but non-traditional images. We include all mediums. Audience ranges from art lovers looking for more interesting work to art lovers that have not yet realized that passion.

An art fair for people looking for something a little different.

Learn more: www.funkyferndaleartfair.com/

Contact: Mark Loeb mark@integrityshows.com

August 3 & 4, 2024
Detroit, Michigan
Belle Isle State Park
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
110 artists
Deadline: May 5, 2024

Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

Belle Isle is a beautiful island park reached by bridge from Detroit. The art fair is in a grass field adjacent to the beautiful Scott Fountain. People from all over love to come to the island and it's packed with people on summer weekends. Detroit's weekly magazine, The Metro Times declares that this is the best art fair in the area.

The Belle Isle Art Fair attracts a large diverse audience from the city and beyond. The audience is a mix of suburbanites and city dwellers with the budget and appreciation to buy art. Popular for both traditional and some edgier work. All price points do well.

Learn more: https://www.belleisleartfair.com/ 
Contact: Mark Loeb mark@integrityshows.com

July 27, 2024
Fenton, Michigan
Fenton Community & Cultural Center - Rackham Park
Saturday 10am-7pm
100+ Artists
Deadline: June 21, 2024

Application fee: $20/Booth fee: $50

The City of Fenton DDA and Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation, announce a call to artists for the 11th annual Fenton Art Walk. The event will be held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, designed by world-renowned architect Eliel Saarinen, and in Rackham Park, which surrounds the center.

The already scenic view of the Shiawassee River at Rackham Park will be even more eye-catching during the Fenton Art Walk on July 27th. The grounds of the Fenton Community & Cultural Center will be filled with art, activities for children, interactive art exhibits, music, food trucks and beverage tent.

During the Fenton Art Walk, fine art will be displayed in and around the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, and along the sidewalks of Rackham Park, and possibly inside local businesses.

The Fenton Art Walk is a community event celebrating the arts and showcasing local and regional talent with the visual art, music, entertainment, technology integrated art, and children’s activities.

Learn more: https://slpr.net/
Contact: Kristen Archambeau contact_us@slpr.net

July 27, 2024
Fenton, Michigan
Fenton Community & Cultural Center - Rackham Park
Saturday 10am-7pm
100+ Artists
Deadline: June 21, 2024

Application fee: $20/Booth fee: $50

The City of Fenton DDA and Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation, announce a call to artists for the 11th annual Fenton Art Walk. The event will be held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, designed by world-renowned architect Eliel Saarinen, and in Rackham Park, which surrounds the center.

The already scenic view of the Shiawassee River at Rackham Park will be even more eye-catching during the Fenton Art Walk on July 27th. The grounds of the Fenton Community & Cultural Center will be filled with art, activities for children, interactive art exhibits, music, food trucks and beverage tent.

During the Fenton Art Walk, fine art will be displayed in and around the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, and along the sidewalks of Rackham Park, and possibly inside local businesses.

The Fenton Art Walk is a community event celebrating the arts and showcasing local and regional talent with the visual art, music, entertainment, technology integrated art, and children’s activities.

Learn more: https://slpr.net/
Contact: Kristen Archambeau contact_us@slpr.net

July 27, 2024
Fenton, Michigan
Fenton Community & Cultural Center - Rackham Park
Saturday 10am-7pm
100+ Artists
Deadline: June 21, 2024

Application fee: $20/Booth fee: $50

The City of Fenton DDA and Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation, announce a call to artists for the 11th annual Fenton Art Walk. The event will be held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, designed by world-renowned architect Eliel Saarinen, and in Rackham Park, which surrounds the center.

The already scenic view of the Shiawassee River at Rackham Park will be even more eye-catching during the Fenton Art Walk on July 27th. The grounds of the Fenton Community & Cultural Center will be filled with art, activities for children, interactive art exhibits, music, food trucks and beverage tent.

During the Fenton Art Walk, fine art will be displayed in and around the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, and along the sidewalks of Rackham Park, and possibly inside local businesses.

The Fenton Art Walk is a community event celebrating the arts and showcasing local and regional talent with the visual art, music, entertainment, technology integrated art, and children’s activities.

Learn more: https://slpr.net/
Contact: Kristen Archambeau contact_us@slpr.net

June 29 & 30, 2024
St. Clair, Michigan
St. Clair Palmer Park
Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
120 Artists
Deadline: March 31, 2024

Application fee: $20/Booth fee: $225

The St. Clair Art Association will sponsor our 53rd Annual Art Fair downtown St. Clair. It will be located outdoors in our Palmer Park along the St. Clair River beside the world's longest freshwater boardwalk - with beautiful views of sailboats, power boats and freighters!

We welcome all artists who exhibit their artwork of original concept, design and execution to apply for the Art Fair. A total of $3,800 in juried cash awards will go to artists. The Art Fair is the primary fundraising event for the St. Clair Art Association.

Amenities

• $3,800 in cash awards as determined by our Jury
• Energetic volunteers are on-site
• Continental breakfast on Saturday at the Art Center
• Buffet breakfast for artists on Sunday at the Voyageur Restaurant (RSVP)
• Art Fair postcards available for artist use
• Convenient free parking with easy access to booths, which are located in Palmer Park
• All booths 15’ x 10’ with some electric available
• Beautiful location along the blue water of the St. Clair River
• Restroom facilities in Palmer Park and Riverview Plaza
• Regional and local print & radio advertising plus social media
• Alice W. Moore Center for the Arts will be hosting our Art Association Members Market

ART is too important not to SHARE

For more info: https://www.stclairart.org/

Contact: Cathy Ingles office@stclairart.org

July 20 & 21, 2024
Bay Harbor, Michigan
Village at Bay Harbor Marina Lawns
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
80 Artists
Deadline: April 1, 2024

Application fee: $40/Booth fee starts at $200

The Bay Harbor Arts Festival takes place in one of the most beautiful venues in northern Michigan. Set upon five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, and the deep water harbor of Bay Harbor Lake on our Marina lawns, it is a truly spectacular backdrop for the artists and patrons alike.

The Bay Harbor Arts Festival is a lovely, "boutique" feel event with a variety of fabulous fine juried artists, as well as non-juried artisan market. Juried Cash Awards go to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. There is also live music during the two day event, as well as kids activities and enjoyment for the entire family.

The Arts Festival will be held in the Village at Bay Harbor on the waterfront lawns, Saturday, July 20th and Sunday, July 21st, 2024.

For more information: 
www.bayharbor.com/event-detail/bay-harbor-arts-festival

Contact: Michelle Denise mdenise@bayharbor.com

November 21 & 22, 2024
Royal Oak, Michigan
Royal Oak Farmers Market
Thursday & Friday 11am-9pm
65 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2024

Application fee $25/Booth fee starts at $250

Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition, now in its 9th year, will take place indoors at the Royal Oak Farmers Market. This is a juried show featuring approximately 60 artists. In addition to wonderful Fine Art, roughly 6,500+ fairgoers enjoy adjacent parking and free admission in a fun and festive environment, making it the perfect event to purchase a gift of fine art for someone for the holidays or a great date night experience.

The Royal Oak Farmers Market provides one of the premium market venues in Southeast Michigan and is conveniently located in the Civic Center at the corner of 11 Mile Road and Troy Street in the heart of downtown Royal Oak. The surrounding community boasts some of the most eclectic shops and restaurants! Free artist parking.

Apply now:

https://www.theguild.org/
Contact: Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

October 12 & 13, 2024
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Downtown Ann Arbor and Kerrytown District
Saturday 10am-8pm* & Sunday 10am-4pm
100 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2024

Application fee: $30/Booth fee starts at $325

The Guild of Artists & Artisans is proud to present the fourth annual A2 Artoberfest. A2 Artoberfest is a celebration of the arts and takes place along downtown Ann Arbor’s Ann Street and N. Fourth Avenue into the charming Kerrytown District. Surrounded by parking for artists and fairgoers and adjacent to many distinctive stores, beautiful galleries and exceptional restaurants of Kerrytown Area and downtown Ann Arbor, this jury-selected show features approximately 100 jury-selected fine artists and free admission.

Join us for this intimate fall event that draws an audience of approximately 20,000 fairgoers to celebrate the arts in the beautiful downtown Ann Arbor!

*Event will include after-hours events from 6-8pm on Saturday. Artists booths can close at 6pm but have the option of staying open until 8pm.

More info: https://www.theguild.org/fair/a2artoberfest/
Contact: Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

September 28 & 29, 2024
Birmingham, Michigan
Streets surrounding downtown's Shain Park
Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
125 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2024

Application fee: $30/Booth fee starts at $350

Common Ground’s Birmingham Street Art Fair celebrates 50 years in 2024. Approximately 150 jury-selected artists will be featured on the streets surrounding downtown Birmingham's Shain Park with more than 80,000 fairgoers attending annually. Additionally, the fair includes a silent auction tent filled with beautiful artwork to bid on which directly benefits Common Ground.

Common Ground is pleased to continue its presenting partnership with The Guild of Artists & Artisans. This collaboration helps Common Ground maintain its status as an important regional resource helping youths, adults and families in crisis while ensuring the continuation of this highly-respected fine art fair.

More info: https://www.theguild.org/fair/common-ground-art-fair/
Contact: Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

September 28 & 29, 2024
Birmingham, Michigan
Streets surrounding downtown's Shain Park
Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
125 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2024

Application fee: $30/Booth fee starts at $350

Common Ground’s Birmingham Street Art Fair celebrates 50 years in 2024. Approximately 150 jury-selected artists will be featured on the streets surrounding downtown Birmingham's Shain Park with more than 80,000 fairgoers attending annually. Additionally, the fair includes a silent auction tent filled with beautiful artwork to bid on which directly benefits Common Ground.

Common Ground is pleased to continue its presenting partnership with The Guild of Artists & Artisans. This collaboration helps Common Ground maintain its status as an important regional resource helping youths, adults and families in crisis while ensuring the continuation of this highly-respected fine art fair.

More info: https://www.theguild.org/fair/common-ground-art-fair/
Contact: Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

August 23, 24, & 25, 2024
Brighton, Michigan
Streets of downtown Brighton
Friday 5pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm, & Sunday 10am-4pm
100 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2024

Application fee: $30/Booth fee starts at $350

New in 2024, the Guild of Artists and Artisans are excited to add the Brighton Street Art Fair to its list of 2024 shows. Approximately 100 jury-selected artists will be featured on the streets of downtown Brighton, MI. Additionally, the fair includes live music and art making activities all within walking distance to convenient parking amongst the wonderful restaurants and shops of downtown Brighton. The Guild is partnering with Brighton Chamber of Commerce on this inaugural event! Free artist parking.

More info: https://www.theguild.org/fair/brightonstreetartfair/
Contact: Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

August 23, 24, & 25, 2024
Brighton, Michigan
Streets of downtown Brighton
Friday 5pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm, & Sunday 10am-4pm
100 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2024

Application fee: $30/Booth fee starts at $350

New in 2024, the Guild of Artists and Artisans are excited to add the Brighton Street Art Fair to its list of 2024 shows. Approximately 100 jury-selected artists will be featured on the streets of downtown Brighton, MI. Additionally, the fair includes live music and art making activities all within walking distance to convenient parking amongst the wonderful restaurants and shops of downtown Brighton. The Guild is partnering with Brighton Chamber of Commerce on this inaugural event! Free artist parking.

More info: https://www.theguild.org/fair/brightonstreetartfair/
Contact: Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

June 1 & 2, 2024
Detroit, Michigan
Palmer Park
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
100 Artists
Deadline: March 3, 2024

Application fee: $25/Booth fee starts at $425

Palmer Park is a city park in great neighborhoods along the city's major road to the suburbs. Between the cabin and the pond, we have a relaxed art fair winding through the grass and under trees. This is a boutique art fair, limited to 100 artists. 

Palmer Park is surrounded by some of Detroit's wealthiest neighborhoods. Palmer Woods is the home to 5,000 square foot homes for doctors, lawyers, business owners and others with the means and desire to purchase art. To the east is the Golf Course district, followed by the University District and Sherwood Forest with its elegance and quality residences. South is the Apartment District, home to huge condos and apartments with marble floors that are returning to their 1920s splendor.

Learn more: https://www.palmerparkartfair.com/
Contact: Mark Loeb markloeb@aol.com

June 1 & 2, 2024
Detroit, Michigan
Palmer Park
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
100 Artists
Deadline: March 3, 2024

Application fee: $25/Booth fee starts at $425

Palmer Park is a city park in great neighborhoods along the city's major road to the suburbs. Between the cabin and the pond, we have a relaxed art fair winding through the grass and under trees. This is a boutique art fair, limited to 100 artists. 

Palmer Park is surrounded by some of Detroit's wealthiest neighborhoods. Palmer Woods is the home to 5,000 square foot homes for doctors, lawyers, business owners and others with the means and desire to purchase art. To the east is the Golf Course district, followed by the University District and Sherwood Forest with its elegance and quality residences. South is the Apartment District, home to huge condos and apartments with marble floors that are returning to their 1920s splendor.

Learn more: https://www.palmerparkartfair.com/
Contact: Mark Loeb markloeb@aol.com

May 25, 26, & 27, 2024
Milford, Michigan
Kensington Metropark, Maple Beach
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm, & Monday 10am-4pm
100 Artists
Deadline: February 25, 2024

Application fee: $25/Booth fee starts at $450

The Kensington Art Fair continues to grow. Last year we were designated one of the top shows by Sunshine Artist Magazine. Artists with all price points indicated strong sales. Many report selling originals priced in the thousands. The beautiful setting is both visible and attractive. 

The show offers dedicated parking for artists and patrons adjacent to the event. Our marketing program is designed to attract qualified high-end art collectors.

Mark Loeb, Integrity Shows President, has been producing and consulting with events since 1982 in metro Detroit. In addition to these five events he consults with art fair and event organizers.

Intentional events for extraordinary results: 
www.integrityshows.com 

Learn more: Kensingtonartfair.com
Contact: Mark Loeb markloeb@aol.com

July 18, 19, &  20, 2024
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Downtown Ann Arbor
Thursday & Friday 10am-9pm, Saturday 10am-8pm
225 Artists
Deadline: March 1, 2024

Application fee: $50/Booth fee: $600

The Ann Arbor State Street District Art Fair (SSDAF) is an award winning art fair that, along with three other art fairs, transform Ann Arbor, Michigan into one of the most admired and largest art fair destinations in the country. For more than 50 years, 400,000 fair goers have descended upon the streets of Ann Arbor for three days every July.

A juried fair, the Ann Arbor State Street District Art Fair distinguishes itself by showcasing an eclectic mix of the finest art and hand-crafted items by talented artists alongside local businesses amid the beautiful skyline of Ann Arbor’s historic theater district. With its emerging artists section, the State Street District Art Fair continually looks at developing the artists and talent for the next 50 years as it continues to host the best Midwest art fair.

More info:www.statestreetdistrict.org/fair
Contact: Carissa Petty artfair@statestreetdistrict.org

July 18, 19, &  20, 2024
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Downtown Ann Arbor
Thursday & Friday 10am-9pm, Saturday 10am-8pm
225 Artists
Deadline: March 1, 2024

Application fee: $50/Booth fee: $600

The Ann Arbor State Street District Art Fair (SSDAF) is an award winning art fair that, along with three other art fairs, transform Ann Arbor, Michigan into one of the most admired and largest art fair destinations in the country. For more than 50 years, 400,000 fair goers have descended upon the streets of Ann Arbor for three days every July.

A juried fair, the Ann Arbor State Street District Art Fair distinguishes itself by showcasing an eclectic mix of the finest art and hand-crafted items by talented artists alongside local businesses amid the beautiful skyline of Ann Arbor’s historic theater district. With its emerging artists section, the State Street District Art Fair continually looks at developing the artists and talent for the next 50 years as it continues to host the best Midwest art fair.

More info:www.statestreetdistrict.org/fair
Contact: Carissa Petty artfair@statestreetdistrict.org