ESAC Outdoor Art Show 2027

Overview

Now in its 55th year, the ESAC Outdoor Art Show is one of the largest outdoor fine art and craft shows in the Southeast, attracting over 350,000 visitors. It features international and regional fine artists and craftspeople on the grounds of the Eastern Shore Art Center and surrounding downtown Fairhope, within walking distance of Mobile Bay.

Key Dates

• Submission deadline: November 1, 2026
• Confirmation deadline: December 1, 2026
• Exhibition dates: March 19-21, 2027, 10am-5pm each day

Application & Fees

• Submit application with $45 non-refundable jury fee by November 1, 2026
• Minimum 3 images required
• If invited, artist booth fee: $375 (non-members) or $350 (ESAC members)
• Food vendors: $45 jury fee, $300 booth fee if invited
• Artists and food vendors may apply only once

Award Categories & Prizes

• Isabel Jackson Best of Show: $2,500
• Bob Mullican Award: $1,500
• First Place ($500 each): Painting (Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor), Photography, Drawing and Graphics (includes Pastel), Sculpture, Ceramics, Fine Craft (includes Fine Jewelry), Mixed Media
• Merit Awards ($300 each) in the same categories
• Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival Foundation Award: $200

Terms

Accepted applications are a commitment to participate. If an accepted application is not confirmed by the December 1, 2026 deadline, it will be moved to the waitlist. No refunds will be made due to inclement weather or if withdrawn before the show.