Chesterton Art Fair 2027

In its 68 th year, Chesterton Art Fair draws artists and patrons from all over the Midwest and beyond. Always the first full weekend in August, this year's dates are August 7 and 8, 2027, and fair hours are 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday, and 10 AM to 4 PM on Sunday. This year, the Chesterton Art Fair will be held in a NEW LOCATION in the heart of beautiful, historic downtown Chesterton. Thomas Centennial Park will be our new home for the Chesterton Art Fair and the thousands of visitors we will welcome.

Testimonials from some of our 2026 artists:
"One of my best show through the season. Level of communication, support artist during unpredictable weather, volunteers help with set up above 100%. I did this show for the 4th time and each year is perfect !."
"The volunteers were outstanding! I have never felt so supported during an art fair! I took advantage of the booth sitting and snacks quite a bit. Thanks so much to this amazing team!"
"As long as I will be accepted to this show I will be coming back!."
"The fair was run perfectly! Volunteers were plentiful and amazingly helpful and cheerful!."

Three artists prizes will be given! $500.00 for best in show, $300.00 for 1st prize, and $200.00 for 2nd prize. Prizes will be awarded by the fair juror on Saturday August 7 after the fair opens.

Proceeds from the fair support Chesterton Art Center (CAC), a non-profit arts organization.

Chesterton Art Fair is a premier juried art festival with a deep history of providing a stellar experience for both participating artists and visitors. The application deadline for the 2027 Chesterton Art Fair is April 30, 2027. All applicants must be artists who create original work in 2D, 3D, fiber, glass, leather, metal, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, or wood. Each artist must pay a non-refundable $35.00 jury fee. Artists may apply in more than one media category but will need to the pay the $35.00 fee for each application. There is a limit of three applications per artist. Accepted artists will be notified by May 8, 2027.

The new venue is Thomas Centennial Park, a municipal park in the heart of downtown Chesterton featuring shade trees, a band stand, restroom facilities, and close proximity to all of downtown's local businesses, including great dining and retail. Chesterton is located close to Interstate I-80 (Indiana Toll Road) and I-94, minutes away from the Indiana Dunes National Park. There is free street parking for visitors who pay a $5 admission fee. The admission fees support the outreah programs and events of Chesterton Art Center, a non-profit art center.