Arts in Action 2026

Overview

Arts in Action is a free, community-centered arts celebration returning to downtown Port Angeles. Originally launched in 1965 and running for 49 years, the festival is being revived in 2026 under the stewardship of the Juan de Fuca Foundation for the Arts. The event will take place August 1 and 2, 2026, on Laurel Street in downtown Port Angeles, with a free Concert on the Pier on Friday, July 31.

Key dates

• Now through July 15: Rolling jury with priority space notifications
• July 15: Application deadline
• July 17: Final day to purchase booth space
• July 31–August 1: Vendor setup (by appointment only)
• August 1 & 2: Event days

Eligibility

Open to artists and non-artist vendors. Emerging artists may apply.

Submission requirements

Submit 4 digital photos of your work and 1 photo of your booth. Label photos with product name and item prices. Items submitted to the jury must represent different price points in your overall price range.

Fees

• $15 non-refundable processing/jury/administrative fee
• Artisan Booths: 10'×10' $300, 10'×20' $475
• Vintage & Import Booths: 10'×10' $400, 10'×20' $575 (limited availability)
• Spotlight Vendor (commercial): 10'×10' $1,000

Booth requirements

All booths must be covered and weighed down with a minimum of 25 lb weights on each leg. Canopy awnings or extensions are allowed if they do not encroach on fire lanes or neighboring booths. Blue tarps are not allowed as booth shelters but may be used to secure the booth at night. Booths may be left up overnight with roving security patrol, but merchandise must be secured.

Hours of operation

• Saturday: 11 am–7 pm
• Sunday: 11 am–5 pm
• Vendor load-in: Friday, July 31, 4–7 pm or Saturday, August 1, morning before opening

Vendor amenities & policies

No commission is charged. Volunteers will watch booths so vendors can take breaks. Roving security is provided Friday and Saturday nights. Pets are not allowed in or around booths except with prior approval from the street fair coordinator. You must provide a cell phone number and be available for after-hours emergency calls. Arts in Action assumes no responsibility for stolen or damaged materials.

Refund policy

Full refunds offered for cancellations received prior to July 15. Cancellations between July 15 and the event start will be refunded if booth space can be filled and vendor communicates promptly. No refunds for no-call/no-show vendors.