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. The event is free and open to the public, family-friendly, and celebrates artistic expression, supporting independent artists and adding to Savannah's rich cultural traditions.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Submission Deadline: August 11, 2027
Accept applications: November 04, 2027
Wait List Released: September 15, 2027 (or as deemed necessary by the event Director)
Event Dates: November 5-7, 2027 (Friday/Saturday/Sunday)
Load In Dates: November 5, 2027 (Friday morning)
Saturday (walk-in) 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM (with advance previous participation and approval only - Dolly in only)
Festival Hours: Friday 10 AM - 6 PM, Saturday 10AM - 6 PM, Sunday 10AM - 4PM (allowed to stay late)
Eligibility and Requirements
First-time attendees require a City of Savannah Business License ($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. This is a dolly/wagon in event, located riverside.
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. 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.
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.
Drawing & Printmaking: Original drawings made with pen, pencil, charcoal, pastels, or chalk. Printmaking process may include pulled plates, linoleum prints, etching, engraving, silkscreen, or lithography. All prints must be signed and numbered. Photocopies are not permitted.
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.
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. Embellishment of manufactured materials is not permitted.
Glass: Objects made of glass including blown, fused, stained, cast, and molded. Embellishment of manufactured materials is not permitted.
Handcraft: Handmade items made by the artist from manufactured, recycled, or repurposed materials, transforming combined materials into a unique product. A complete description of items is required.
Jewelry: 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 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 and processed by the artist.
Sculpture: Three-dimensional work 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.
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
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, starting no later than 6 weeks prior to the event. Honey booths are not accepted.
Amenities & Support
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.
Friday load-in (Friday only load-in).
24-Hour on-site Security.
Additional Information
A waitlist will be maintained, and selected wait-listed artists may be contacted one day prior to the event date. Artists who have not checked in or called the emergency number by Friday at 8:00 a.m. will be considered a 'no-show' and not eligible for refunds. The event is rain or shine; fees will not be refunded due to inclement weather. Artists are responsible for collecting and reporting Sales Tax (current rate 7.00%: 4.00% GA, 3.00% Chatham County). All AFFPS Festival fees support the GFPS, a not-for-profit organization providing scholarships for artists. Parking is $2.50 per hour 8am-8pm in city owned spaces nearby, or $5 daily parking at the Savannah Convention Center accessible by ferry.
Open to local, regional, and national artists. A City of Savannah Business License is required for first-time attendees, unless living in a county that immediately surrounds Chatham County.