Ellis Square Art Market, Savannah, GA : Feb 19-20-21, 2027
This call is asking local, regional, and national artists to showcase an exceptional selection of original, handcrafted works at the Ellis Square Art Market.
Experience the charm, creativity, and artistic spirit of Savannah at the Ellis Square Art Market, located in the heart of Savannah's Historic District. This open-air art market brings together talented local, regional, and national artists showcasing an exceptional selection of original, handcrafted works. Surrounded by Savannah's historic architecture, charming shops, restaurants, and lively streets, Ellis Square provides the perfect setting to discover one-of-a-kind treasures. This free and family-friendly event celebrates artistic expression, supports independent artists, and adds to the rich cultural traditions of Savannah.
Festival Hours
Friday: 10 PM - 9 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Sunday: 10 AM - 4 PM
Important Dates & Deadlines
Accept applications: November 4th, 2026
Submission deadline: December 16, 2026
Wait List Released: January 20th, 2027 (or as deemed necessary by the event Director)
Event Dates: February 19th - 20th - 21st (Friday/Saturday/Sunday)
Load In Dates: February 19th (Friday morning)
Saturday (walk-in) 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM (with advance previous participation and approval only - Dolly in only)
Requirements
Required licenses: (First time attendees) City of Savannah Business License required ($85, good for 1 calendar year). Artists living in a county that immediately surrounds Chatham county are exempt from this requirement. Artists should list the event address as their business address.
Categories
2-D Mixed Media: Includes more than one type of physical material such as collage, papermaking, encaustic, pen and ink, paint, pencil, watercolor, or photography. The finished art is suitable for wall mounting.
3-D Mixed Media: Includes more than one type of physical material such as mosaic, papier mache, clay, fiber, glass, metal, wood, or any other 3-dimensional objects.
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.
Ceramics: Original shaped and fired clay including earthenware, porcelain, and raku.
Digital Art: Two-dimensional works from which the original image is manipulated by the artist using a computer using programs such as Drawing, Illustrator, Paint, or other software applications.
Drawing & Printmaking: Original drawings made with pen, pencil, charcoal, pastels, or chalk. The printmaking process may include pulled plates, linoleum prints, etching, engraving, silkscreen, or lithography. All prints must be signed and numbered by the artist. Photocopies are not permitted.
Edibles: Handmade items such as jam, sauce, baked goods, etc. that are pre-packaged and not prepared on-site.
Fiber: Works created from fibers including basketry, batik, weaving, papermaking, knitting, and quilting. An embellishment of manufactured materials is not permitted.
Glass: An object made of glass including blown, fused, stained, cast, and molded. An embellishment of manufactured materials is not permitted.
Handcraft: Handmade items made by the artist from manufactured, recycled, or repurposed materials transforming the combined materials into a unique product into a cohesive collection. A complete description of items is required.
Jewelry: All Jewelry is crafted from metal, glass, stone, clay, or other materials. Commercial molds or casts are not permitted. At least 50% of the organic materials in the finished product used must be produced by the artist.
Metal: Functional and non-sculptural works incorporating metal.
Painting: The use of oils, acrylics, watercolors, and tempera suitable for hanging.
Photography: Prints, transparencies, or digital images made from the artist's original negative or taken with a digital camera that has been processed by the artist.
Sculpture: Three-dimensional work is done in any individual medium.
Wood & Furniture: Original works in wood that are built, turned, carved, or tooled. Embellished manufactured wood items are not permitted.
Food Booth Requirements
This venue cannot accommodate food trucks. All food booths must register successfully with Savannah DPH and submit their business license and all required DPH paperwork. This process should start no later than 6 weeks prior to our event and/or immediately upon acceptance. Honey booths are unable to be accepted as they are outside the department of agriculture and certification to sell at our events cannot be completed.
Prohibited Items
T-shirts and commercial clothing (any re-sell or manufactured items)
Posters
Manufactured toys (any re-sell or manufactured items)
Commercially manufactured or reproduced items (resale)
Jewelry made from more than 50% manufactured components
Any item that employs the use of commercially available molds or patterns
Amenities
Water will be provided for artists on Saturday and Sunday.
Booth Sitters are available during event hours upon request (limited bases).
Designated Festival Hotline available during event hours regarding assistance, emergencies, questions, concerns, etc.
Friday load-in (Friday only load-in)
24 Hour on-site Security
Sales Tax
Artists are responsible for collecting and reporting Sales Tax. Sales Tax reporting documents are provided to participating artists at check-in at the event. The current Sales Tax rate for this event is 7.00% (4.00% GA, 3.00% Chatham County).
Additional Policies
Waitlist: A waitlist will be maintained. Selected wait-listed artists may be contacted when the Wait List is released one day prior to the event date.
No Show Policy: Artists who have not checked in and/or called the Festival Emergency Number by Friday at 8:00 a.m. will be considered a "no-show." No Show artists are not eligible for refunds. Assigned space(s) will be forfeited to a wait-list artist.
Rain or Shine: There will be no "rain date" and fees will not be refunded in the case of inclement weather. The event will take place rain or shine.