St Armand's Circle Fall Art & Craft Show Oct 2026

Overview

A new boutique art and craft show at St. Armands Circle, a premier European-style outdoor shopping district established by John Ringling in 1926. The show will feature a maximum of 66 artists with less competition and more opportunities to connect with shoppers. Focus is on handmade and artist-designed items, but the jury will also consider unique and creative gift ideas, authors, inventors, and designers for holiday gift giving.

Key Dates

• Submission deadline: October 21, 2026
• Event dates: October 24–25, 2026 (Saturday & Sunday, 10am–5pm)
• Setup: Saturday, 5am–9am (no day before setup)

Location & Amenities

• St. Armands Circle Park, 1 St. Armands Cir., Sarasota, Florida
• Outdoor setting near Lido Key Beach with over 140 high-end boutiques, galleries, and restaurants
• Designated artist parking lot (first come, first parked)
• Overnight self-contained parking available ($50; must depart by 9pm Sunday)
• Overnight security Saturday night
• Designated reserved unloading area
• Staff support on location throughout event

Booth Requirements & Details

• Approximately 10' wide by 10' deep with at least 2 feet between booths
• Booth and half and double booths available on limited basis
• Only 81 booth spaces available
• All artist exhibitor tents must be white (except branded sponsor booths)
• No cheap camping tents; pop-up tents not recommended; if used, minimum 40 pounds per leg (160 pounds total) required
• Displays must be professional and pleasing to the eye; no handmade signs
• Display must reflect photos submitted for jurying (booth checks Friday am)
• No chairs or displays in walkways or obstructing neighbors without director approval

Fees & Payment

• Application Jury Fee: $25 (early bird and standard)
• Late Application Jury Fee: $35
• Booth space: $499 if paid before August 24, $599 if paid after
• Corner booths: additional $100 (limited; prioritized by jury scores)
• Overnight self-contained parking: $50

Eligibility & Application

• Artist – made by my hands
• Artist – production/studio work (no more than 2 assistants)
• Artist – studio work with more than 2 assistants
• Craft – made by my own hands
• Craft – production/studio work (no more than 2 assistants)
• Inventor – created an innovative concept that is put into production
• Designer – creates all designs and images that may be utilized in final creation
• Other, describe – fair trade and anything NOT made by your hands
• Sponsor (start $600) – all other service businesses; limited to 4–6 spaces

Restrictions & Policies

• Categories capped with no more than 25% jewelry
• Electric NOT available
• Easy load in and out next to booth (weather providing)
• All vehicles must be off festival footprint by 9am Saturday

Marketing & Advertising

Participating artists are listed on the Facebook event page. The event includes social media ads, posters, rack cards, local tourism websites, local area signs, and print ads.

Contact & Support

The organizers love and encourage emerging artists of all levels. Applicants are welcome to reach out if they need assistance with applying or booth setups.