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Get matched →Greetings Artists! The Omaha Art Fair is in it's third year, drawing an estimated 30,000 fair goers and art patrons from around the Omaha metro and regional area (population over 960,000). The fair is located in Omaha's Aksarben Village and Stinson Park. This 3-day fair features professional artwork, interactive art for fairgoers, food trucks & adult beverages, live music, and is FREE for patrons.
Omaha Art Fair invites up to 166 juried artisans from across the country in a variety of mediums to participate in the event.
We are organized and run by a board comprised of professional artists, community leaders, and event planning experts. Artist feedback from previous years is incorporated in the planning of the Omaha Art Fair.
The Omaha Art Fair does not accept applications for soap, candles, manufactured items or foods, and absolutely no resellers.
Location
Aksarben Village is centrally located in Omaha, NE, with 4 free parking garages and street parking for patrons and artists. Numerous shops, restaurants, and entertainment options draw patrons to the area, as well as a large Farmer's Market (located across Center Street) on Sunday morning.
Important Dates
October 26, 2026, Applications Live on Zapp.
January 8, 2027, APPLICATIONS DUE!!! Must be submitted by midnight CST.
January 29, 2027, Notifications emailed and available on ZAPP.
February 19, 2027, Deadline to accept invitation. Failure to do so may forfeit your spot.
April 16, 2027, Deadline to submit full booth payment. Failure to do so may forfeit your spot.
April 23, 2027, Deadline to cancel. Full booth fee refund minus $50 processing fee.
April 30, 2027, Deadline to cancel, 50% booth fee refund. No refunds will be given after this date.
May 21, 2027, Info packets emailed/mailed out.
June 10, 2027, Artist set up. Check mailed packet for load in times.
June 11, 2027, Omaha Art Fair Friday 11a.m. – 8 p.m.
June 12, 2027, Omaha Art Fair Saturday 10a.m. – 8 p.m.
June 13, 2027, Omaha Art Fair Sunday 10a.m. – 4p.m.
Media Descriptions
ALL CATEGORIES: Only the categories juried and accepted may be sold and displayed during the fair. If selling or displaying multiple categories (i.e., functional ceramics and ceramic jewelry), the artist MUST submit separate applications and jury in for both categories.
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.
Ceramic - sculptural or functional clay and porcelain.
Drawing - Charcoal, chalk, pastel, pencil, pen or ink in a 2-d form on paper or similar flat material.
Fiber - Clothing, paper, wall art or sculpture made from fiber.
Glass - stained glass, blown glass, molded glass, cast or kiln made.
Graphic designs - created using computer generated imagery.
Jewelry - metal, glass, ceramic, fiber, plastic or any other material formed into jewelry.
Leather - wallet, belt, bag or other items crafted from leather.
Metal - copper, brass, bronze, aluminum, steel or stainless steel creating 2d or 3d indoor or outdoor art.
Mixed media 2D - combination of two or more materials to form flat 2d works. Stone/metal. Plastic, ceramic and wood. ETC.
Mixed media 3D - combination of two or more materials for 3d sculptural work. Stone/metal. Plastic, ceramic and wood. ETC.
Painting - Oil, acrylic, watercolor or similar 2d created works on canvas/board.
Printmaking - Lithograph, block, serigraph or traditional/modern methods creating art.
Photography - Traditional or modern processes. Artist must use own negatives/take own pictures.
Sculpture - 3-d art created using any material. Free standing or attached to bases.
Wood - wood carved, cut, turned or otherwise manipulated to create 2-d and 3-d items.
Images for Jury
Artists are required to submit four images. Three individual images of original pieces of work and one booth shot of current display and artistic style. Images should be of the current style representing your work and actual display to be displayed at the Omaha Art Fair. Booth image must not contain artist identifying information, such as artist/business name, logo, or other identifying marks.
Awards
Best In Show – awarded free 10x10 booth at 2028 Omaha Art Fair
Best Artist – awarded free 10x10 booth at 2028 Omaha Art Fair
Best Display – awarded free 10x10 booth at 2028 Omaha Art Fair
Honorable Mention (10 awarded) – $100 cash award
Artist Hospitality Services and Amenities
Discounted hotel rates
Booth sitting and volunteer assistance
Continental breakfast Friday, Saturday, Sunday
24-hour security services monitoring June 10-13.
Sales Tax
Artists are responsible for collecting, reporting and paying any and all sales tax, including Nebraska State Tax. Tax forms will be issued to each artist with check-in packets. Omaha, NE currently has a 7% sales tax rate.
Marketing
The Omaha Art Fair has an extensive advertising budget and partners to bring art patrons and buyers from the Omaha metro area. A prominent billboard, located on Interstate 80, will be used for advertising for two months prior to and during the show. Local and regional media (including radio, print, and television) provide coverage before and during the show. Banners and signage will advertise the show as well. A dedicated social media team targets patrons online with paid and free advertising on multiple social media platforms.
Application Fee: $35.
Artist notification date: 2027-01-23.
Event dates: June 11, 2027 to June 13, 2027.
Location: Aksarben Village, Omaha, Nebraska.
Setting: outdoor.
Minimum 3 images required to apply.