Rose Squared Art Show Spring Brookdale Park 2027

Overview

The 38th Annual Rose Squared Art Show Spring takes place June 19–20, 2027, in Bloomfield/Montclair, New Jersey. The show is limited to 150 fine artists and fine crafters and expects 15,000–18,000+ attendees. Artist excellence in original work is the sole criterion for selection.

Key dates

• September 1, 2026: Application opens
• January 10, 2027: Application deadline ($45 jury fee)
• January 11–17, 2027: Late applications accepted ($55 jury fee)
• January 18–19, 2027: Jury deliberations
• January 20, 2027: Artist notification
• February 20, 2027: Booth fee deadline (rates increase February 21)
• February 21, 2027 onward: Rolling jury to fill remaining booth space
• May 3, 2027: Certificate of Insurance due
• May 15, 2027: Booth assignments and marketing packet sent
• June 18, 2027 (Friday): Setup 10am–6pm
• June 19, 2027 (Saturday): Setup 6:30am–8:30am; Show hours 10am–5pm
• June 20, 2027 (Sunday): Show hours 10am–5pm

Eligibility

Open to fine artists and fine crafters. Original work only; no mass-produced, factory-made, or resold items. Multiple applications allowed if working in different media categories; jewelry requires separate application and jury acceptance. Invitation to participate does not guarantee booth space.

Booth fees

• 10'×10' booth: $545 (by Feb 20) | $645 (Feb 21 onward until full)
• 10'×15' booth: $695 (by Feb 20) | $795 (Feb 21 onward until full)
• 10'×20' booth: $845 (by Feb 20) | $945 (Feb 21 onward until full)
• Corners: +$125 extra
• Larger spaces available on request
• Ample storage behind booth

Application process

Submit 4 images of original artwork plus 1 booth image. Images are reviewed by 3 art professionals in a blind jury process; artists are assigned a number and identified only by submission order. Application fee is $45 per medium (by January 10) or $55 per medium (January 11–17 or until full).

Media accepted

Ceramics, digital art, drawing and pastels, fiber (decorative and wearable), glass, jewelry (separate application), metal, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, wood, and apothecary, candles, and select artisanal foods. Buy/Sell and jewelry are restricted to artists juried into those categories.

Booth features & logistics

Booths are located on grass in the park with shade from adjacent trees. Friday setup and Sunday tear-down with parking behind booth. Free parking onsite, permanent bathrooms with cleaning staff, 24-hour police security, extensive marketing, and limited tent rentals available. Hotel special rate: $149+tax at Fairfield Executive Best Western.

Insurance requirements

Certificate of Insurance naming Rose Squared Art Shows/Art-Linx, LLC as additionally insured is required and due 45 days before the show (May 3, 2027). Rose Squared offers discounts via ACT (artisans/crafters): $25 off ACT Pro annual policy or $5 off ACT Go single-show policy using discount codes rosesquared25 or rosesquared5. Artists are responsible for protection of their own work and booth.

Contact information

• Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
• Phone: Robin Markowitz 301-755-4599 or Carol Heisler-Lawson 610-570-2343
• Website: http://www.rosesquared.com
• Mailing: 11816 Dinwiddie Drive, Rockville, MD 20852