Key West Art and Craft Festival 2027 - 62nd Annual

Overview

The 62nd Annual Key West Art and Craft Festival is an outdoor fine art and fine craft show. Artists must work in high-quality, original 2D and 3D media and show only personally handmade work.

Medium Categories

• Clay/Ceramic
• Digital Art (not AI)
• Fiber - wearable
• Fiber - other
• Glass
• Jewelry
• Metal
• Mixed Media
• Oil/Acrylic Paintings
• Other
• Photography
• Sculpture
• Watercolor
• Wood

Key Requirements

• Over 50% of work displayed must be original art
• Jewelry artists must fabricate handmade components; use of purchased mass-produced beads and findings may result in rejection
• Retouched or enhanced giclées are not considered original art; all framed reproductions must be labeled as such
• Note cards and small items displayed in rear of booth, not prominently at front
• No food products, candles, perfumes, scents, oils, makeup, or consumables accepted

Key Dates

• July 1, 2026 - Applications Open
• November 1, 2026 - Early Bird Application Deadline, $35 fee
• November 10, 2026 - Notifications emailed on or before this date
• December 1, 2026 - Accept invite and purchase booth
• December 21, 2026 - Cancellation deadline for booth refund less $40 administration fee & credit card fee
• January 5, 2027 - Additional Application opening
• January 15, 2027 - Late application deadline
• January 18, 2027 - Late application notification
• February 19, 2027 - Check in and start setup, 1 PM
• February 20 & 21, 2027 - Art Show
• February 21, 2027, 5 PM - Breakdown

Application Process

Artists must apply online via Zapplication. Each participant is selected by jury. Upload 3 images of your work and 1 image of your booth display. The quality of your booth image is as important to the overall score as your work images. Images must be an accurate representation of the work to be exhibited and reflect current creation. Do not include your name, company name, or a photo of the artist on any image including the booth image.

Fees

• Early Bird Application Fee: $40 (until September 30, 2026)
• Late Application Fee: $45 (October 1 to November 1, 2026)
• Booth Spaces: 10 x 10 = $340; 10 x 10 corner = $440; 10 x 15 = $510; 10 x 15 corner = $610; 10 x 20 = $725 (limited); 10 x 20 corner = Very limited - contact director
• RV and overnight parking pricing to be determined; purchase as soon as possible due to limited spaces

Parking & Security

During setup, parking is free. Day parking during the weekend event has a fee and is within several blocks of the show. Key West Police are on duty 24 hours beginning at 6 PM Friday through 8 PM Sunday. The Festival and Key West Art Center are not responsible for exhibitors' work or displays and cannot accept responsibility for theft, damage from weather, or other damage. It is your responsibility to secure your work.

Cancellations & Refunds

The application fee is non-refundable. Cancellation deadline is December 21, 2026 for a booth refund less $40 administration fee and credit card fee. Cancellations after December 21, 2026 will be reviewed by the committee; a minimum of $100 for admin fee may be retained. Withdrawal or cancellation must be received by email at [email protected].

Weather & Setup Requirements

This is a rain or shine event. Artists must bring all necessary weights to secure their tent—60 lbs per tent leg is required. Due to the location near water, a well-weighted tent is essential. Plan contingency weights if weather gets windy. Four 5-gallon buckets with lids can be filled with water onsite as backup. The Show Director and Staff will decide whether to close early or postpone in case of severe weather; no refunds will be given for truncated or cancelled shows due to weather.