Downtown Sarasota Bayfront Winter Art in the Park Feb 20-21, 2027

Overview

A boutique outdoor art and craft show featuring a maximum of 81 artists at JD Hamel Park on the bay in downtown Sarasota. The focus is on handmade and artist-designed items, with consideration for unique/creative gift ideas, authors, inventors, and designers. No music, booze, or food—focus is solely on art, craft, and unique gifts.

Event Details

• Saturday & Sunday, February 20-21, 2027, 10am to 5pm
• Location: JD Hamel Park, 199 Bayfront Dr, Sarasota, Florida
• Setup: Saturday morning 6:30am to 9am (all vehicles must be off festival footprint by 9am)
• Outdoor setting with easy load-in and load-out next to booth

Eligibility & Categories

• Artist—made by my hands
• Artist—production/studio work (no more than 2 assistants)
• Artist—studio work with more than 2 assistants
• Craft—made by my own hands
• Craft—production/studio work (no more than 2 assistants)
• Inventor—created an innovative concept that is put into production
• Designer—creates all designs and images that may be utilized in final creation
• Other, describe—this includes fair trade and anything NOT made by your hands
• Sponsor (start $600)—home service repairs, car dealerships, and any large contract type retailer (limited to no more than 4-6 spaces)
• Categories capped with no more than 25% jewelry

Application

Submit a minimum of 4 images for jury review by a panel of experts. Your booth display must reflect the pictures sent in for jurying—no exceptions. If your display changes, send updated photos. Booth checks will be done Friday am.

Fees

• Booth fee: $399 if paid before Dec 20; $449 if paid after
• Application jury fee: $25
• Sponsors: start at $600

Booth Specifications

• All artist exhibitor tents must be white (no exceptions; branded sponsor booths excepted)
• No cheap camping tents; pop-up tents not recommended due to wind/rain issues
• If using EZ UP or umbrella-type pop-up tent, minimum 40 pounds per leg required (160 pounds total)
• Displays must be professional and pleasing to the eye; no hand-made signs
• Booth space should reflect your creativity and not infringe on neighbors without show director approval
• No chairs in walkways or obstructing neighbors or art show flow

Vendor Amenities

• Participating artists listed on Facebook event page for each event
• Designated reserved unloading area
• Staff support on location throughout event
• Marketing & advertising: social media ads, posters, rack cards, local tourism websites, local area signs and print ads

Additional Information

You will receive a setup email about 30 days before the event. Booth numbers are given out when you check in. There is no day-before setup. Please reach out if you need assistance with applying or booth setups.