4ce8c046-40e8-423b-82e5-4ce19f39e9e9.jpg?width=400Are you an independent artist looking for Fall shows that always deliver? Do you have quality, handcrafted art that you're ready to introduce to eager audiences?

 
Over 150,000 shoppers spent nearly $15 million at Sugarloaf Craft Festivals last year and they're excited to meet you and buy your work! Apply today for consideration for Sugarloaf's five Fall 2017 shows. Build a sustainable creative career with Sugarloaf!
 
Sugarloaf Craft Festivals, voted in the Top 50 Craft Shows in the USA by Sunshine Artist, are located in some of the country's most upscale communities. Sugarloaf shows are conveniently located along the I-95 corridor. Don't worry about the weather: all shows offer indoor space options.
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More than 10,000 craft lovers to converge at each Mid-Atlantic stop

October 10-13, 2017
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Timonium, MD (outside Baltimore)
Maryland State Fairgrounds

October 20-22, 2017
Gaithersburg, MD 
(outside Washington, D.C.)
Montgomery County Fairgrounds

October 27-29, 2017
Somerset, NJ
Garden State Exhibition Center
November 3-5, 2017
Oaks, PA 
(outside Philadelphia)
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center

November 17-19, 2017 
Gaithersburg, MD 
(outside Washington, D.C.)
Montgomery County Fairgrounds

December 8-10, 2017
Chantilly, VA 
(outside Washington, D.C.)
Dulles Expo Center


Last year, more than 155,000 visitors spent more than $14 million at Sugarloaf Craft Festivals.
 
Booth space is available at every show in all categories, including fiber and fashion, photography, fine art, furniture, ceramics and pottery, blown and leaded glass, metal, leather, functional and decorative wood, and jewelry.
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Jurying for the Fall 2017 shows begins in January 9, 2017.
Now in its 40th year, Sugarloaf continues to build a talented community of artists whose arrival is eagerly anticipated in every market by 10,000 visitors or more.  

Sugarloaf's reputation as a convenient, reliable and profitable place to display and sell work attracts new talent and keeps artists coming back for decades. The opportunity to select shows and booth sizes offers artists the benefits of a "pop-up" retail store without any of the 
headaches and hassles.
 
Discounts on booth fees, flexible payment options and convenient show setup reflect Sugarloaf's experience and commitment to accommodating the needs of artists. 
 
Through traditional advertising, media exposure and digital marketing, Sugarloaf ensures a steady stream of visitors of all ages.

Jurying for the Fall 2017 shows begins January 9, 2017.  
Space is limited. Apply today! 
 
Jewelry artists are encouraged to apply as early as possible as this is our most popular medium.
 
Not only will you gain impressive retail sales during each three-day event, you'll increase your e-commerce, wholesale and commission businesses. No other platform will result in as much direct exposure in just 3 days!  
 
We take care of everything so that you can focus on what matters most - creating! From an organized setup through breakdown, you will have a seamless experience.
 
We market our events extensively You may have seen us featured on Bravo TV, Washington Post, Baltimore Sun, CBS News, and many, many others.
 
Transparency is very important: we always provide after-show attendance and sales reports are provided within 48 hours.
  • New artists are welcomed with open arms and established artists always look forward to coming back.
     
  • We are seeking talent in all mediums for all shows. Categories include fiber and fashion, photography, fine art, furniture, ceramics and pottery, blown and leaded glass, metal, leather, functional and decorative wood, jewelry, apothecary and specialty foods.  
     
  • Now in its 40th year, Sugarloaf continues to build a talented community of artists whose arrival is eagerly anticipated in every market.
     
  • Sugarloaf's reputation as a convenient, reliable and profitable place to display and sell work attracts new talent and keeps artists coming back for decades.  
     
  • Participation in Sugarloaf Craft Festivals allows artists to select the shows that fit their schedule and build a successful business on their own terms, much like having their own "pop-up" retail store but without any of the headaches and hassles.  During the three days of each show, over 10,000 people are there to see and buy!
     
  • Artists displaying their work in Sugarloaf Craft Festivals become members of a highly talented community of artists which is eagerly embraced by thousands of appreciative and generous patrons.  Sugarloaf exhibitors agree that there is no better place than the "Sugarloaf Community" for artists seeking a convenient, reliable and profitable place to display and sell their work.   
     
  • Sugarloaf makes it easy for artists to become part of this fun community and sell their work, with booth fee discounts, flexible payment options and convenient show setup.  
     
  • Sugarloaf also actively markets its shows through significant advertising, visible media, and a strong social media presence.

How to Apply:

Artists can apply online at www.Zapplication.org using the search term "Sugarloaf."  
A paper application can be downloaded at www.sugarloafcrafts.com/becomeex.html, submitted by email, mail or fax.
For more information about Sugarloaf Craft Festivals visit  www.sugarloafcrafts.com
Hear what our artists have to say:

 
"Sugarloaf is a prime example of the American craft industry thriving and doing well. I have a personal connection with so many people. They continue to come back every year -- that's the great thing about Sugarloaf."Robin Markowitz - SDJ Designs jewelry

"We've been in business for 20 years and this weekend at Sugarloaf was record-setting!" Danny Kong, - Danny K. Handbags, Spring 2016

"Every sale we make at Sugarloaf is worth 3 times the amount because of the relationships we make. Customer re-orders, referrals, custom and wholesale orders keep me coming back to Sugarloaf!" Howard Field (Sugarloaf Exhibitor)

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