- Deadline
- 219 days left
- Entry fee
- $25
- Award
- $15,500
- Location
- Sanford, Florida
- Exhibition window
- Apr 25, 2027 → Apr 26, 2027
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About
Artists are invited to apply for a juried fine art and fine craft festival in Historic Downtown Sanford, Florida.
Overview
The St. Johns River Festival of the Arts is the Fifteenth Annual Juried Fine Art and Fine Craft Festival in Historic Downtown Sanford, Florida. The festival takes place along charming brick streets lined with galleries, boutiques, cafés, pubs, and restaurants in one of Central Florida's most vibrant downtown districts. The event attracts approximately 60,000 visitors throughout the weekend.
Key dates
- Submission deadline: February 17, 2027
- Festival dates: April 24–25, 2027
Awards
- $15,500 in artist awards
Fees
- Application and jury fee: $25
- Booth fees: $275 for First Street; $235 for Side Street
- First Street spaces are limited and typically fill early
Emerging Artist Program
New for 2027, the festival will introduce an Emerging Artist Program. Six emerging fine artists or fine craft artists who successfully complete the jury process will be selected to exhibit on Side Street at a reduced booth fee, providing an opportunity to gain experience exhibiting in a professionally juried festival environment.
Artist amenities
- Convenient load-in and load-out
- Setup on Friday afternoon/evening or early Saturday morning
- Complimentary breakfasts and lunches in the Artist Retreat
- Booth sitters
- Water service during festival hours
Application requirements
- Minimum 3 images required to apply
- Award
- $15,500 in artist awards
- Entry fee
- Application fee: $25. Booth fees: $275 for First Street or $235 for Side Street.
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