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Call for Artists: Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 22, 2023 at 6:00am

September 30 - October 1, 2023

Madison, Indiana

Downtown along the Ohio River

Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm

200 artists

Deadline: June 30, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fee: $325

The Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art is held at the end of September. This autumn festival brings more than 40,000 guests in search of uniquely handcrafted fine arts and crafts. Featuring more than 175 artisans showcasing painting, sculpture, glass, textiles, pottery, and more in the tree-lined streets of Madison's National Landmark Historic District. Madison Chautauqua is free to the public and designed for the whole family to enjoy.

Exhibitor amenities include booth sitters, indoor exhibitor hospitality area with restrooms, breakfast and snacks, as well as friendly volunteers. Our planning committee and coordinator work year long to create a festival that appeals to a large diverse number of guests and artists.

In addition to the diverse handcrafted artwork, the festival showcases continuous live entertainment, the Riverfront FoodFest, kids' crafts, Chalk Walk, and an entertainment garden with local craft beer.

Madison Chautauqua has been voted Madison's Best Event for 3 years, and also listed as Sunshine Artist 200 best of the last decade.

"Your team was so organized and friendly. I’ll definitely reapply next year. Cheers to a great first experience. Hope you’ll get some well deserved rest soon. Thank you 😊"

More info: www.madisonchautauqua.com

Contact: Kara Hinze info@madisonchautauqua.com

Call for Artists: 55th Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 21, 2023 at 7:00am

July 8 & 9, 2023

Rochester, New York

Corn Hill neighborhood

Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 10am-5pm

300 Artists

Deadline: March 26, 2023

Application fee: $35 Booth fee starts at $275

The annual Corn Hill Arts Festival promotes the creation of original art, encourages community cohesiveness and raises funds for the Corn Hill Neighbors Association and community. This unique outdoor festival springs to life annually on 9 streets of Rochester’s oldest residential neighborhood — historic Corn Hill. Filled with unique architecture, the neighborhood is a beautiful venue, that sees as many as 125,000 people attend this popular two day festival in celebration of city living and commitment to the arts.

"Loved it and I’ve already applied for next year!" - 2022 Artist

"I was very very happy with my experience. Can't wait till next year!" - 2022 Artist

"I love this festival" - 2022 Artist

More info: http://cornhillartsfestival.com

Contact: Bill Belecz festivalchair@cornhill.org

Call for Artists: Big Four Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 21, 2023 at 6:00am

September 9 & 10, 2023

Louisville, Kentucky

Waterfront Park, Big Four Pedestrian Bridge Lawn

Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 10am-5pm

150 artists

Deadline: May 10, 2023

Application fee: $30 Booth fee: $400

The Big Four Arts Festival in Louisville has been the most attended (20k+) two-day event ever held at Waterfront Park. The 7th B4AF 2023, the weekend following Labor Day, will be held on the big four-acre park lawn under tree-lined walks overlooking the Ohio River.

The Big 4 Walking Bridge has 25,000 people strolling it each weekend. The Festival is a two-minute drive from downtown Louisville and draws patrons from Southern Indiana as well as Louisville.

"What Big Four does is it allows me access to the art-centric city of Louisville, offers a wonderful venue, and it does bring in interested buyers. The director, organization, and staff volunteers are all dedicated to making artists feel welcome and running an excellent show. Thank you to everyone involved."- Stew Rein

“B4AF almost sold me out [on the first day]!”- J. Malagum

“Thank you so much B4AF for the amazing weekend!” - B. Creative

More info: https://bigfourbridgeartsfestival.com/
Contact: Louis Nunnelley b4b@twc.com

Call for Artists: 30th Annual Saint Louis Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 20, 2023 at 9:28am

September 8, 9, & 10, 2023
Clayton, Missouri
Downtown Clayton
Friday 5pm-10pm, Saurday 10am-9pm, & Sunday 11am-5pm
192 Artists
Deadline: March 24, 2023

Application fee: $45 Booth fee: $675

Celebrating its 30th year in 2023, the Saint Louis Art Fair is regularly ranked among the top festivals in the nation, among both artists and show visitors. A multi-faceted cultural event, the Fair offers live performing arts ensembles, educational art projects for children and food offerings from St. Louis's most respected restaurants. The Fair is held on the streets of downtown Clayton, Missouri, one of the nation's most affluent business and residential communities.

Very high attendance, excellent sales, and top-quality artists from across the United States make exhibiting at the Saint Louis Art Fair among the most sought-after venues. Jurying is by art industry professionals and prior-year award winning artists are jury-exempt. Repeat attendance by the public ensures potential multi-year sales. Artist amenities and staff/volunteer attention to details and artists' needs are considered among the best in the nation.

“Truly one of the best festivals to exhibit in the country.”
“The organization, communication, and problem solving was stellar.”
“Once again the director and staff provided a top-quality Art Fair...the quality of the art at the show was one of the best ever.”
“This was overall a GREAT experience. Thank you for everything!”

More info: www.saintlouisartfair.com

Contact: Sarah Umauf sumlauf@culturalfestivals.com

Call for Artists: 43rd Annual Art in the Park

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 20, 2023 at 6:00am

August 12 & 13, 2023

Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Flat Iron Park

Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm

80 Artists

Deadline: March 31, 2023

Application fee: $30 Booth fees start at $245

Flat Iron Park is located on the Geneva Lake lakefront between Center Street and Wrigley Drive just south of Main Street in downtown Lake Geneva.

The City of Lake Geneva is a summer resort area frequented by affluent crowds from the Chicago and Milwaukee areas.

Many of these visitors stay in the four hotels on the east side of the park and in the large condominium residence to the north. The shopping district is just a block away. These visitors look forward to Art in the Park each year.

More info: https://www.genevalakeartsfoundation.org/

Contact: Jeff Russart aitplakegeneva@gmail.com

Call for Artists: Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 17, 2023 at 6:00am

September 9 & 10, 2023

Downers Grove, Illinois

Downtown Downers Grove

Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm

30-50 Artists

Deadline: March 24, 2023

Application fee: $30 Booth fee: $250

The Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival will be celebrating 46 years this fall. The festival is held in the middle of award-winning, historic, Downtown Downers Grove which is located 22 miles from Chicago’s loop. Direct access to the BNSF rail line brings patrons from around the region and the City of Chicago to the festival.

The festival is currently scheduled to be held in the middle of Main Street. Live music, boutiques, cafes and a children’s art area will complement the high caliber of art that will be present at the show. The show is a community favorite!

Artist Amenities:

Bottled water for artists
Coffee Saturday & Sunday mornings
Indoor bathroom
Booth sitting
Overnight Security
Free parking
Artists retain all proceeds
Coordinated loading and unloading
Strong volunteer support

More info:

downtowndg.org/whats-happening/downers-grove-fine-arts-festival

Contact: Erin Venezia evenezia@downtowndg.org

Call for Artists: Belle Isle Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 16, 2023 at 6:00am

August 5 & 6, 2023

Detroit, Michigan

Belle Isle State Park

Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm

110 artists

Deadline: May 7, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fees start at $425

Beauty on the river: the most beautiful art fair.

Rated as the best area art fair by the local weekly magazine. Set in the grass across from the momentous Scott Fountain on Belle Isle. The island is a city park in the Detroit River, popular for both city and suburbs. All price points do well.

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

More info: https://www.belleisleartfair.com/

Contact: Mark Loeb mark@integrityshows.com

Call for Artists: Common Ground's Birmingham Street Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 15, 2023 at 6:00am

September 23 & 24, 2023

Birmingham, Michigan

In and around Shain Park

Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 10am-5pm

150 Artists

Deadline: March 26, 2023

Application fee: $30 Booth fee starts at $350

Common Ground’s Birmingham Street Art Fair celebrates its 49th anniversary in 2023 and will take place in downtown Birmingham. Shain Park is surrounded by convenient parking for artists and fairgoers and within easy access to the many unique stores and fabulous restaurants of downtown Birmingham – favorites of the upscale shoppers and residents throughout Oakland County and beyond.

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 youth, adults and families in crisis while ensuring the continuation of this highly-respected fine art fair. Guild events have a reputation for excellent advertising, fair attendance and artist amenities.

Show Features

· Extensive advertising and promotion

· Artist awards

· Loyal, art buying audience

· Easy load in and out

· Professional and respectful art fair staff

· Well-stocked artist hospitality

· Friendly booth sitters

· Professional, overnight security

Learn more: https://www.theguild.org/fair/common-ground-art-fair/

THE GUILD’S MISSION is to promote community awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the visual arts, and to maintain a support network for artists, which provides education, mentoring, and marketing opportunities.

For more information, please contact

Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

Call for Artists: Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 15, 2023 at 6:00am

November 16 & 17, 2023

Royal Oak, Michigan

Royal Oak Farmers Market

Thursday & Friday 11am-9pm

65 Artists

Deadline: March 26, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fee starts at $250

The Guild of Artists and Artisans is proud to announce the 8th Annual Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition. This show takes place indoors at the Royal Oak Farmers Market on November 16th and 17th, from 11am to 9pm. The Farmers Market is an enclosed marketplace, conveniently located in the Civic Center at the corner of 11 Mile Road and Troy Street in downtown Royal Oak. The Royal Oak Farmers Market provides one of the premium market venues in southeast Michigan. This is a juried fair with a boutique feel. The artists will be showing and selling their own work. Admission for fairgoers is free. Fairgoers will find the same excellence and variety as in the Guild's Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair.

Guild Show Features

Extensive advertising and promotion
Cash awards
Professional and respectful art fair staff
Well-provisioned artist hospitality
Friendly booth sitters

Learn more:
theguild.org/fair/royal-oak-market-art-fair

THE GUILD’S MISSION is to promote community awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the visual arts, and to maintain a support network for artists, which provides education, mentoring, and marketing opportunities.

For more information, please contact

Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

Call for Artists: Arts Beats & Eats 26th Annual Fine Art Show

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 14, 2023 at 6:00am

September 1, 2, 3, & 4, 2023

Royal Oak, Michigan

Streets of Downtown

Friday-Sunday 11am-9pm & Monday 11am-5pm

110 artists

Deadline: April 15, 2023

Application fee: $35 Booth fee: $515

Celebrating our 26th year, Soaring Eagle Arts, Beats and Eats Juried Fine Art Show continues to bring a steady supply of art patrons to the downtown streets of Royal Oak, Michigan. Nestled at the south-end of a mile-long event which draws over 300,000 people each year, Arts, Beats and Eats features the best of art, music and food from around the state and country. Our art show has been consistently ranked in the top 50 shows by Sunshine Artist Magazine!

We strive to make our artists feel welcomed and valued, offering booth sitters and an artists’ lounge among our amenities. Our dedicated staff works hard to provide an enjoyable weekend of sales and networking. A staggered load in allows you to drive directly to your booth space for set-up. We offer free artist parking, complimentary snacks and beverages, discounted rates at our host hotel, an artists’ award cocktail reception, and much more!

ARTIST AMENITIES

Free artist parking
24 hour security
Discounted rate at a nearby host hotel
Artist lounge with restroom facilities
Complimentary water and snacks
Electricity included in booth fee
Vehicle loading & unloading at booth space
Artist award cocktail reception, with $7000 in prize money.
Awards include: Best of Show, 2nd, 3rd Place and Awards of Excellence in each discipline

"I have been coming to Arts, Beats & Eats since 2012 and I look forward to coming every year. My sales are consistently great, I know pretty much what to expect from the show: the same booth placement, great organization and friendship." -Anette Poitou

More info: http://artsbeatseats.com/

Contact: Shannon Wojtas shannon@artsbeatseats.com

Call for Artists: A2 Artoberfest

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 13, 2023 at 6:00am

October 28 & 29, 2023

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Fourth Avenue and Kerrytown Market

Saturday 10am - 8pm* & Sunday 10am - 4pm

100 Artists

Deadline: March 26, 2023

Application fee: $30 Booth fee starts at $325

A2 Artoberfest, now in its third year, will take place along downtown Ann Arbor’s Fourth Avenue and into the charming Kerrytown Market. This show will feature approximately 100 jury-selected fine artists, wonderful live entertainment, art-making activities, food trucks, craft beer, cider, and cocktails, as well as free admission.

Guild Show Features

· No vendor spaces: Artists & Sponsors only

· Cash awards

· Extensive advertising and promotion

· Professional and respectful art fair staff

· Friendly booth sitters available

· Professional, overnight security

· Select Social Media artist highlights leading up to the event

· Artist listing including large image and link to artist website when provided on event page

· Well-provisioned artist hospitality tents and water delivery

Learn more:

https://www.theguild.org/fair/a2artoberfest/

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

THE GUILD’S MISSION is to promote community awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the visual arts, and to maintain a support network for artists, which provides education, mentoring, and marketing opportunities.

For more information, please contact

Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

Rio Grande Holiday Fair Albuqueri NM

Posted by Linda Fitzgerald on March 10, 2023 at 12:18pm

has anyone exhibited in this annual November event? I'm looking for reviews but not seeing any...appreciate your comments if you've participated in this Show last year or two...Whoops..Albuquerque

Call for Artists: 28th Annual Art in the Park

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 10, 2023 at 7:00am

April 1 & 2, 2023

St. Simons Island, Georgia

Postell Park

10am-5pm

60 Artists

Deadline: March 28, 2023

Application fee: $10 Booth fee: $240

Art in the Park is held in the beautiful live oak-covered Postell Park in the heart of the Pier village, just steps from the ocean on St. Simons Island. This beautiful location is directly across the street from our Welcome Center (www.goldenisles.com) and next door to the St. Simons Lighthouse. We have on average over 3,000 patrons to our festivals.

This festival is the first week of Spring Break for the Atlanta area schools. St. Simons is a VERY popular destination for the local Georgians and we typically have a very large turnout the first weekend of spring break.

More info: https://glynnvisualarts.org/festivals

Contact: Bonnie Hunter Bonnie@glynnvisualarts.org

Call for Artists: 52nd Annual St. Clair Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 10, 2023 at 6:00am

St. Clair, Michigan

August 19 & 20, 2023

Downtown St. Clair

10am-6pm

150 Artists

Deadline: March 31, 2023

Application fee: $20 Booth fee: $180

More than 150 visual artists will be featured with their paintings, photographs, sculptures, woodwork, pottery, fiber, jewelry and more. Located in downtown St. Clair, outdoors in the park along the beautiful St. Clair River and on the closed Riverside Ave. In addition to artist's booths, there will be demonstrating artists. Also, our Alice W. Moore Center for the Arts will be open hosting our Art Association Members Market. We welcome all artists who exhibit their art work of original concept, design and execution. 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.

We are very considerate of our artists by giving them breakfast each day, bringing water to them, booth sitting provided and a reception on Friday evening. Many of our members have done shows in the past and appreciate all of the artists hard work involved in being in shows/fairs.

We are excited about the 2023 St. Clair Art Fair/Jazz Festival downtown beside the world's longest freshwater boardwalk with beautiful views of sailboats, power boats and freighters!

More info: https://www.stclairart.org/art-events

Contact: Cathy Ingles Office@stclairart.org

Call for Artists: Letchworth Arts & Crafts Show & Sale - 47th Annual

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 9, 2023 at 6:00am

October 7, 8, & 9, 2023

Perry, New York

Village of Perry Park

Daily 10am-5pm

250 Artists

Deadline: March 31, 2023

Application fee: $35 Booth fees start at $300

The Letchworth Arts & Crafts Show & Sale is one of the nation’s top contemporary arts festivals, presenting the work of over 250 artists. The juried show is a three-day outdoor festival at the Village Park in the curiously hip village of Perry. It takes place annually on Columbus Day Weekend when the glorious fall foliage of upstate New York is at its peak.

For the past 46 years, the show has brought artisans, artists, and craftspeople from all over the United States and Canada to gather in and around the heart of the Genesee River Valley for a widely acclaimed and much-loved event. Talented artists who offer their finest work are showcased during the celebrated three-day festival. Awards are presented in fourteen different categories.

Load in and out at booth space. Those artists who display inside the pavilion can back their vehicle to the bay doors to unload but will need a handcart to bring their product into the pavilion.
Parking is on-site, with limited trailer space behind some booths.
The Perry Village Police Department provides twenty-four-hour security.
ATM Machines
Complimentary bottled water, coffee, and snacks
Booth sitting is available for brief breaks
Extensive Print, Digital, and Radio advertising
Event program that includes artist listing with booth numbers
Cash Awards per specific categories

Learn more: artswyco.org/letchworth-arts-and-crafts-show-2023

Contact: Cher Valentino lacscord@artswyco.org

Call for Artists: Common Ground's Birmingham Street Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 8, 2023 at 6:00am

September 23 & 24, 2023

Birmingham, Michigan

In and around Shain Park

Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 10am-5pm

150 Artists

Deadline: March 26, 2023

Application fee: $30 Booth fee starts at $350

Common Ground’s Birmingham Street Art Fair celebrates its 49th anniversary in 2023 and will take place in downtown Birmingham. Shain Park is surrounded by convenient parking for artists and fairgoers and within easy access to the many unique stores and fabulous restaurants of downtown Birmingham – favorites of the upscale shoppers and residents throughout Oakland County and beyond.

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 youth, adults and families in crisis while ensuring the continuation of this highly-respected fine art fair. Guild events have a reputation for excellent advertising, fair attendance and artist amenities.

Show Features

· Extensive advertising and promotion

· Artist awards

· Loyal, art buying audience

· Easy load in and out

· Professional and respectful art fair staff

· Well-stocked artist hospitality

· Friendly booth sitters

· Professional, overnight security

Learn more: https://www.theguild.org/fair/common-ground-art-fair/

THE GUILD'S MISSION is to promote community awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the visual arts, and to maintain a support network for artists, which provides education, mentoring, and marketing opportunities.

For more information, please contact

Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

Call for Artists: Stony Creek Metropark Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 7, 2023 at 6:00am

July 29 & 30, 2023

Shelby Township, Michigan

4300 Main Park Road

Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm

75 Artists

Deadline: April 30

Application fee: $25 Booth fees start at $395

A beautiful art fair - a great opportunity the week after Ann Arbor.

The Stony Creek Art Fair features about eighty juried artists. Located at Stony Creek Metropark's Baypoint Beach. The site features lush green fields adjacent to the lake with plenty of convenient parking. This is a new show in a regional park near large homes and corporate headquarters.

Loosely themed on "Flora and Fauna", patrons will love seeing paintings, prints, sculpture and more. Functional art for the home and garden including ceramics, glass and garden arts. Wearable art includes jewelry, fiber and accessories. All items are handmade by the artist exhibiting at the fair. It's a perfect opportunity to get the full story of the art that will adorn your home.

Stony Creek Art Fair is a relaxed, beautiful fair celebrating the visual arts.

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: https://www.stonycreekartfair.com/

Contact: Mark Loeb markloeb@aol.com

Call for Artists: 55th Annual Frankfort Fall Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 6, 2023 at 6:00am

September 2, 3, & 4, 2023

Frankfort, Illinois

Historic Downtown Frankfort

Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm &

Monday 10am-4pm

300 Artists

Deadline: March 31, 2023

Application fee: $40 Booth fee: $550

Frankfort Fall Festival is a nationally recognized Arts & Crafts Fair produced by the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce. In 2022, Frankfort Fall Festival was ranked number 20 in the Sunshine Artist Magazine's Top 100 Best Classic & Contemporary Craft Shows!

Frankfort Fall Festival is an outdoor event located in the heart of historic downtown Frankfort. This charming location provides a unique backdrop and experience for our Artisans and visitors.

"You are the best! This is my most favorite show of the year!" Backyard Craft Creations
"As a vendor this is the best run show of all. You guys really set the bar. Great event to participate in." DenisePours Ltd
"The BEST of the best." Debbie Hoover

Learn more: www.frankfortchamber.com/2023-frankfort-fall-festival/

Contact: Pauline Modjeski pauline@frankfortchamber.com

Call for Artists: Heart of Grove City Wine and Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 2, 2023 at 6:00am

June 16 & 17, 2023

Grove City, Ohio

Downtown on the grass

Friday 5pm-10pm & Saturday 11am-10pm

120 artists

Deadline: March 31, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fee: $150

Join the growing trend this June 16 and 17! Enjoy a pairing of upcoming wineries and art surrounded by Heart of Grove City's unique spin of hot spots and culture. The festival, now in its eight year, repeatedly draws 30,000 wine and art enthusiasts from all over Ohio and beyond.

Coverage in magazines such as Columbus Monthly, Columbus Parent, and City Scene Magazine makes this Wine and Arts Festival a desirable event for the best of the over 20 Ohio wineries to offer samples of their best vintages. Experience a large variety of wines and small plates in one location, while finding perfect fine art adornments for their homes.

Sampling and shopping develops an appetite! Delicious meals are plentiful in the town center. Select from the satisfying comfort food to some high-end food trucks, and everything in between.

Tickets are available the day of the event and come in bundles of 8 with a glass for only $30. Usually, each sample runs only one ticket, but some may require more tickets for a tasting or a glass of wine.

More info: https://www.heartofgrovecity.org/

Contact: Andrew Furr andy@heartofgrovecity.org

Last Call: 12th Annual Riverside Arts Weekend

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 1, 2023 at 6:00am

Riverside, Illinois

June 10 & 11, 2023

Guthrie Park

Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm

50 Artists

Deadline: March 15, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fee: $125

The Riverside Arts Weekend, a juried, fine arts festival held in the heart of of Riverside, Illinois, a historic landmark community designed by Fredrick Law Olmsted, and located less than 15 miles to downtown Chicago. This outdoor, free community festival is held in a picturesque park alongside a river, adjacent to a commuter train line and ample parking.

• Free Visitor Admission

• Convenient parking

• Food Court / Food Trucks

• Booth-sitting by our volunteers

• Complimentary coffee & snacks for artists

• Overnight security

More info: https://riversideartsweekend.wordpress.com/

Contact: Charlotte Zia riversideartsweekeend@yahoo.com

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