Savannah River Street Art Market 2026 November 6-7-8
Artists and craft makers submit applications to exhibit handmade work at an outdoor art and craft market on Savannah's riverfront over a three-day holiday weekend in November 2026.
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Get matched →- Deadline
- 4 days left
- Entry fee
- $30
- Location
- Savannah, Georgia
- Exhibition window
- Nov 6, 2026 → Nov 8, 2026
- Applicants notified
- Oct 7, 2026
About
Overview
The inaugural Savannah Riverside Market is a three-day outdoor art and fine craft market set along Savannah's historic riverfront during the busy fall holiday weekend. The event brings together a curated collection of artists, makers, and specialty vendors in one of the Southeast's most visited destinations, offering strong exposure in a highly walkable, destination-oriented setting.
Key Dates & Deadlines
- Application deadline: September 2, 2026
- Applications open: June 17, 2026
- Waitlist released: October 7, 2026 (or as deemed necessary by the event Director)
- Event dates: November 6, 7, 8, 2026
- Load-in: Friday, November 6, 2026 (morning); Saturday walk-in 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM (advance participation and approval only, dolly in only)
- No-show deadline: Friday, November 6 at 8:00 AM
Festival Hours
- Friday, November 6: 10 AM - 6 PM
- Saturday, November 7: 10 AM - 6 PM
- Sunday, November 8: 10 AM - 4 PM
Eligible Categories
2-D Mixed Media, 3-D Mixed Media, Ceramics, Digital Art, Drawing & Printmaking, Edibles (handmade, pre-packaged), Fiber, Glass, Handcraft, Jewelry, Metal, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Wood & Furniture.
Prohibited Items
- T-shirts and commercial clothing (resale or manufactured items)
- Posters
- Manufactured toys (resale or manufactured items)
- Commercially manufactured or reproduced items (resale)
- Jewelry made from more than 50% manufactured components
- Items employing commercially available molds or patterns
Requirements & Restrictions
- First-time attendees: City of Savannah Business License required ($85, good for 1 calendar year). Artists in counties immediately surrounding Chatham County are exempt.
- Artists should list the event address as their business address.
- Late applications may be accepted at the discretion of the Director and included on the Waitlist.
- Food booth vendors must register with Savannah DPH and submit business license and required DPH paperwork within 6 weeks of acceptance. Honey booths cannot be accommodated.
Parking & Amenities
Parking is $2.50 per hour (8 AM - 8 PM) in nearby city-owned spaces, or $5 daily at Savannah Convention Center with ferry access. On-site amenities include water (Saturday and Sunday), available booth sitters (limited basis), 24-hour security, designated Festival Hotline, and professional marketing support.
Policies
Rain or shine event with no rain date; fees are non-refundable in case of inclement weather. Artists are responsible for collecting and reporting sales tax (7.00% current rate: 4.00% GA, 3.00% Chatham County). No-show artists forfeit space and are ineligible for refunds. Waitlisted artists may be contacted when the waitlist is released one day before the event.
- Eligibility
- Open to artists and makers; first-time attendees must obtain a City of Savannah Business License. Artists in counties immediately surrounding Chatham County are exempt from this requirement.
- Also worth noting
- Waitlist maintained
- Waitlist
- The organizer keeps one.
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.