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Kensington Metropark Art Fair
May 23, 24, & 25, 2026
Milford, Michigan
4570 Huron Parkway
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm & Monday 10am-4pm
100 artists
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

A top 100 art fair in an amazing location. The fair is on the grass next to a lake at one of the region's most popular parks, with convenient parking and drive-up loading.

Kensington Metropark is on the border of Michigan's most prosperous counties and the neighbors do come to shop. Art under $2500 sells the best. Fine art and craft only. No stage/distractions.

Learn more: https://www.kensingtonartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13637
Shortlink: [intshows.com/k]intshows.com/k

Palmer Park Art Fair
June 6 & 7, 2026
Detroit, Michigan
910 Merrill Plaisance
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
80 artists
Deadline: March 7, 2026
Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

Palmer Park is surrounded by some of Detroit's wealthiest neighborhoods. Palmer Woods is the home to 5,000 square foot homes for doctors, lawyers, business owners and others with the means and desire to purchase art. To the east is the Golf Course district, followed by the University District and Sherwood Forest with its elegance and quality residences. South is the Apartment District, home to huge condos and apartments with marble floors that are returning to their 1920s splendor. Drive up to load and convenient parking.

This is a juried show that includes emerging artists. We also have a system for including groups and guilds. If you are interested in a group tent, please email mark@integrityshows.com.

Learn more: https://www.palmerparkartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13638
Shortlink:[intshows.com/p]intshows.com/p

Belle Isle Art Fair
August 1 & 2, 2026
Detroit, Michigan
Belle Isle State Park
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
110 artists
Deadline: May 4, 2026
Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

USA Today proclaims this to be the 10th Best Art Fair, nationwide. Detroit's weekly magazine, The Metro Times, twice called this is the best art fair in the area. Plus, a Sunshine Artist Top 100.

Belle Isle is a beautiful island park reached by bridge from Detroit. The art fair is in a grass field adjacent to the beautiful Scott Fountain. People from the city and the suburbs love to come to the island and it's packed with people on summer weekends. 

All price points work here; modern, AfroCentric, and traditional, under $2000.

Learn more: https://www.belleisleartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13761
Shortlink: [intshows.com/b]intshows.com/b

Funky Ferndale Art Fair
September 25, 26, & 27, 2026
Ferndale, Michigan
Nine Mile at Woodward
Friday 5pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm, & Sunday 11am-6pm
120 artists
Deadline: June 21, 2026
Application fee: $30/Booth fees start at $495

Yes, a fine art fair can also be funky. We focus on art that has a bit of an edge. Traditional techniques but non-traditional images. We include all mediums. Audience ranges from art lovers looking for more interesting work to art lovers that have not yet realized that passion. 

Your most unusual work will sell. Suggested price points under $1000.

By artists' request, the show will now stay open until 9pm on Friday and Saturday. Bring battery lights, rent lights, or limited electric is available

An art fair for people looking for something a little different. Voted area's favorite art fair (MetroTimes).

Learn more: https://www.funkyferndaleartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13877
Shortlink: [intshows.com/f]intshows.com/f

Integrity Shows - Intentional events for extraordinary results: 
https://www.integrityshows.com/

Kensington Metropark Art Fair
May 23, 24, & 25, 2026
Milford, Michigan
4570 Huron Parkway
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm & Monday 10am-4pm
100 artists
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

A top 100 art fair in an amazing location. The fair is on the grass next to a lake at one of the region's most popular parks, with convenient parking and drive-up loading.

Kensington Metropark is on the border of Michigan's most prosperous counties and the neighbors do come to shop. Art under $2500 sells the best. Fine art and craft only. No stage/distractions.

Learn more: https://www.kensingtonartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13637
Shortlink: [intshows.com/k]intshows.com/k

Palmer Park Art Fair
June 6 & 7, 2026
Detroit, Michigan
910 Merrill Plaisance
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
80 artists
Deadline: March 7, 2026
Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

Palmer Park is surrounded by some of Detroit's wealthiest neighborhoods. Palmer Woods is the home to 5,000 square foot homes for doctors, lawyers, business owners and others with the means and desire to purchase art. To the east is the Golf Course district, followed by the University District and Sherwood Forest with its elegance and quality residences. South is the Apartment District, home to huge condos and apartments with marble floors that are returning to their 1920s splendor. Drive up to load and convenient parking.

This is a juried show that includes emerging artists. We also have a system for including groups and guilds. If you are interested in a group tent, please email mark@integrityshows.com.

Learn more: https://www.palmerparkartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13638
Shortlink:[intshows.com/p]intshows.com/p

Belle Isle Art Fair
August 1 & 2, 2026
Detroit, Michigan
Belle Isle State Park
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
110 artists
Deadline: May 4, 2026
Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

USA Today proclaims this to be the 10th Best Art Fair, nationwide. Detroit's weekly magazine, The Metro Times, twice called this is the best art fair in the area. Plus, a Sunshine Artist Top 100.

Belle Isle is a beautiful island park reached by bridge from Detroit. The art fair is in a grass field adjacent to the beautiful Scott Fountain. People from the city and the suburbs love to come to the island and it's packed with people on summer weekends. 

All price points work here; modern, AfroCentric, and traditional, under $2000.

Learn more: https://www.belleisleartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13761
Shortlink: [intshows.com/b]intshows.com/b

Funky Ferndale Art Fair
September 25, 26, & 27, 2026
Ferndale, Michigan
Nine Mile at Woodward
Friday 5pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm, & Sunday 11am-6pm
120 artists
Deadline: June 21, 2026
Application fee: $30/Booth fees start at $495

Yes, a fine art fair can also be funky. We focus on art that has a bit of an edge. Traditional techniques but non-traditional images. We include all mediums. Audience ranges from art lovers looking for more interesting work to art lovers that have not yet realized that passion. 

Your most unusual work will sell. Suggested price points under $1000.

By artists' request, the show will now stay open until 9pm on Friday and Saturday. Bring battery lights, rent lights, or limited electric is available

An art fair for people looking for something a little different. Voted area's favorite art fair (MetroTimes).

Learn more: https://www.funkyferndaleartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13877
Shortlink: [intshows.com/f]intshows.com/f

Integrity Shows - Intentional events for extraordinary results: 
https://www.integrityshows.com/

Kensington Metropark Art Fair
May 23, 24, & 25, 2026
Milford, Michigan
4570 Huron Parkway
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm & Monday 10am-4pm
100 artists
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

A top 100 art fair in an amazing location. The fair is on the grass next to a lake at one of the region's most popular parks, with convenient parking and drive-up loading.

Kensington Metropark is on the border of Michigan's most prosperous counties and the neighbors do come to shop. Art under $2500 sells the best. Fine art and craft only. No stage/distractions.

Learn more: https://www.kensingtonartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13637
Shortlink: [intshows.com/k]intshows.com/k

Palmer Park Art Fair
June 6 & 7, 2026
Detroit, Michigan
910 Merrill Plaisance
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
80 artists
Deadline: March 7, 2026
Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

Palmer Park is surrounded by some of Detroit's wealthiest neighborhoods. Palmer Woods is the home to 5,000 square foot homes for doctors, lawyers, business owners and others with the means and desire to purchase art. To the east is the Golf Course district, followed by the University District and Sherwood Forest with its elegance and quality residences. South is the Apartment District, home to huge condos and apartments with marble floors that are returning to their 1920s splendor. Drive up to load and convenient parking.

This is a juried show that includes emerging artists. We also have a system for including groups and guilds. If you are interested in a group tent, please email mark@integrityshows.com.

Learn more: https://www.palmerparkartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13638
Shortlink:[intshows.com/p]intshows.com/p

Belle Isle Art Fair
August 1 & 2, 2026
Detroit, Michigan
Belle Isle State Park
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
110 artists
Deadline: May 4, 2026
Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

USA Today proclaims this to be the 10th Best Art Fair, nationwide. Detroit's weekly magazine, The Metro Times, twice called this is the best art fair in the area. Plus, a Sunshine Artist Top 100.

Belle Isle is a beautiful island park reached by bridge from Detroit. The art fair is in a grass field adjacent to the beautiful Scott Fountain. People from the city and the suburbs love to come to the island and it's packed with people on summer weekends. 

All price points work here; modern, AfroCentric, and traditional, under $2000.

Learn more: https://www.belleisleartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13761
Shortlink: [intshows.com/b]intshows.com/b

Funky Ferndale Art Fair
September 25, 26, & 27, 2026
Ferndale, Michigan
Nine Mile at Woodward
Friday 5pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm, & Sunday 11am-6pm
120 artists
Deadline: June 21, 2026
Application fee: $30/Booth fees start at $495

Yes, a fine art fair can also be funky. We focus on art that has a bit of an edge. Traditional techniques but non-traditional images. We include all mediums. Audience ranges from art lovers looking for more interesting work to art lovers that have not yet realized that passion. 

Your most unusual work will sell. Suggested price points under $1000.

By artists' request, the show will now stay open until 9pm on Friday and Saturday. Bring battery lights, rent lights, or limited electric is available

An art fair for people looking for something a little different. Voted area's favorite art fair (MetroTimes).

Learn more: https://www.funkyferndaleartfair.com/
Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13877
Shortlink: [intshows.com/f]intshows.com/f

Integrity Shows - Intentional events for extraordinary results: 
https://www.integrityshows.com/

September 19, 20, & 21, 2025
Ferndale, Michigan
South Old Woodward in downtown
Friday 5pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm, & Sunday 11am-6pm
120 Artists
Deadline: June 21, 2025

Application fee $25/Booth fee starts at $475

Twice as funky as the average fine art fair.

Fashionable Ferndale’s downtown is a thriving business community with distinctive boutiques and bistros. The lively atmosphere attracts young upwardly mobile professionals. This show is designed to provide a showcase for artists that have work that appeals to that group.

Yes, a fine art fair can also be funky. We focus on art that has a bit of an edge. Traditional techniques but non-traditional images. We include all mediums. The audience ranges from art lovers looking for more interesting work, to art lovers that have not yet realized that passion.

By artists' request, the show will now stay open until 9pm on Friday and Saturday. Bring battery lights, rent lights, or limited electric is available.

An art fair for people looking for something a little different.

Apply NOW: 
www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12777

Learn more: https://www.funkyferndaleartfair.com/
Contact: Mark Loeb mark@integrityshows.com

August 2 & 3, 2025
Detroit, Michigan
Belle Isle State Park
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
110 Artists
Deadline: May 4, 2025

Application fee: $25/Booth fee starts at $475

Belle Isle is a beautiful island park reached by bridge from Detroit. The art fair is in a grass field adjacent to the beautiful Scott Fountain. People from all over love to come to the island and it's packed with people on summer weekends. 

Integrity Shows avoids the everything for everybody concept of shows. Our marketing is designed to bring people with the means and ability to buy your artwork. Our shows are widely praised for the effort placed toward supporting participating artists. We understand that your success is essential and we do what it takes to meet your needs.

The park is served by Michigan State Police and we supplement with overnight security. Detroit's weekly magazine, The Metro Times, twice called this is the best art fair in the area.

Apply: 
https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12711

Learn more: https://www.belleisleartfair.com/
Contact: Mark Loeb mark@integrityshows.com

July 26, 2025
Fenton, Michigan
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Saturday 10am-6pm
100 Artists
Deadline: April 25, 2025

Application fee $25/Booth fee $100

The City of Fenton DDA, together with Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation, announces a call to artists for the Fenton Art Walk. The event will be held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, designed by world-renowned architect Eliel Saarinen, both inside and outside in Rackham Park, which surrounds the center. As the Art Walk grows, we have plans to spread to the downtown sidewalks of beautiful Fenton. 


Enjoy vibrant art in gorgeous Fenton! Fenton will be filled with artistic masterpieces from local, regional and international artists. Artwork will be displayed in and around the Fenton Community & Cultural Center and in Rackham Park.

The Fenton Art Walk is sponsored by the City of Fenton DDA and Arts & Culture Commission and Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation.

Apply: zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12957
Learn more: slpr.net/programs/special-events/
Contact: Kristen Archambeau karchambeau@slpr.net

July 26, 2025
Fenton, Michigan
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Saturday 10am-6pm
100 Artists
Deadline: April 25, 2025

Application fee $25/Booth fee $100

The City of Fenton DDA, together with Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation, announces a call to artists for the Fenton Art Walk. The event will be held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, designed by world-renowned architect Eliel Saarinen, both inside and outside in Rackham Park, which surrounds the center. As the Art Walk grows, we have plans to spread to the downtown sidewalks of beautiful Fenton. 


Enjoy vibrant art in gorgeous Fenton! Fenton will be filled with artistic masterpieces from local, regional and international artists. Artwork will be displayed in and around the Fenton Community & Cultural Center and in Rackham Park.

The Fenton Art Walk is sponsored by the City of Fenton DDA and Arts & Culture Commission and Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation.

Apply: zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12957
Learn more: slpr.net/programs/special-events/
Contact: Kristen Archambeau karchambeau@slpr.net

November 13 & 14, 2025
Royal Oak, Michigan
Royal Oak Farmers Market
Thursday & Friday 11am-9pm
65 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2025

Application fee: $25/Booth fee starts at $250

The Guild of Artists and Artisans is proud to announce the 10th Annual Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition. This show will take place indoors at the Royal Oak Farmers Market on Thursday, November 13th and Friday, November 14th, from 11am to 9pm. The Farmers Market is an enclosed marketplace that is conveniently located in the Civic Center at the corner of 11 Mile Road and Troy Street in downtown Royal Oak. The Royal Oak Farmers Market provides one of the premium market venues in southeast Michigan.

This is a juried fair with a boutique feel. The artists will be showing and selling their own work. Admission for fairgoers is free. The event features 65 artists, music, food vendors, beer and wine. Fairgoers will find the same excellence and variety of artists as in The Guild's Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair. 

Guild Show Features

• Extensive advertising and promotion
• Select social media artist highlights leading up to the event
• Artist listing including a large image and link to artist website if provided on event page
• People’s Choice Awards
• Professional and respectful art fair staff
• Well-provisioned artist hospitality
• Friendly booth sitters
• Electricity available to all booths
• Easy and organized move in and move out

Apply: zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13135

Learn more: theguild.org/fair/royal-oak-market-art-fair/
Contact: Nicole McKay Nicole@theguild.org

November 13 & 14, 2025
Royal Oak, Michigan
Royal Oak Farmers Market
Thursday & Friday 11am-9pm
65 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2025

Application fee: $25/Booth fee starts at $250

The Guild of Artists and Artisans is proud to announce the 10th Annual Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition. This show will take place indoors at the Royal Oak Farmers Market on Thursday, November 13th and Friday, November 14th, from 11am to 9pm. The Farmers Market is an enclosed marketplace that is conveniently located in the Civic Center at the corner of 11 Mile Road and Troy Street in downtown Royal Oak. The Royal Oak Farmers Market provides one of the premium market venues in southeast Michigan.

This is a juried fair with a boutique feel. The artists will be showing and selling their own work. Admission for fairgoers is free. The event features 65 artists, music, food vendors, beer and wine. Fairgoers will find the same excellence and variety of artists as in The Guild's Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair. 

Guild Show Features

• Extensive advertising and promotion
• Select social media artist highlights leading up to the event
• Artist listing including a large image and link to artist website if provided on event page
• People’s Choice Awards
• Professional and respectful art fair staff
• Well-provisioned artist hospitality
• Friendly booth sitters
• Electricity available to all booths
• Easy and organized move in and move out

Apply: zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13135

Learn more: theguild.org/fair/royal-oak-market-art-fair/
Contact: Nicole McKay Nicole@theguild.org

October 11 & 12, 2025
Ann Arbor, Michigan
4th Avenue into the Kerrytown Market
Saturday 10am-6pm (with after hours from 6pm-8pm) & Sunday 10am-4pm
120 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2025

Application fee $30

Member booth fee starts at $325/non-member at $350

A2 Artoberfest, celebrating its 5th year in 2025, will take place along downtown Ann Arbor’s Fourth Avenue and into the charming Kerrytown Market. This show will feature approximately 100 jury-selected fine artists, wonderful live-entertainment, art making activities, food trucks, craft beer, cider, and cocktails, as well as free admission. A2 Artoberfest provides another opportunity for folks in and around Ann Arbor to enjoy Fine Art in a smaller setting than the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair while also enjoying the festive spirit of fall with live entertainment, food, and adult beverages. Join us and celebrate the arts in Ann Arbor!

Guild Show Features

• No vendor spaces: Artists & Sponsors only
• Cash awards
• Extensive advertising and promotion
• Select social media artist highlights leading up to the event
• Artist listing including a large image and link to artist website if provided on event page
• Professional and respectful art fair staff
• Well-provisioned artist hospitality tents and water delivery
• Friendly booth sitters available
• Professional, overnight security

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13234

More info: https://www.theguild.org/fair/a2artoberfest/
Contact: Nicole McKay Nicole@theguild.org

September 13 & 14, 2025
Birmingham, Michigan
South Old Woodward in downtown
Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
100 ArtistsDeadline: March 10, 2025

Application fee $30/Booth fee starts at $350

Common Ground’s Birmingham Street Art Fair will take place in a new location along South Old Woodward in downtown Birmingham, Michigan. The area is surrounded by convenient parking for artists and fairgoers and within easy access to the many unique stores and fabulous restaurants of downtown Birmingham – favorites of the upscale shoppers and residents throughout Oakland County and beyond. This event helps Common Ground maintain its status as an important regional resource helping youth, adults and families in crisis while ensuring the continuation of this highly-respected fine art fair. This event, recently ranked in the Top 100 Fine Art & Design events for Sunshine Artist, features 100 juried artists and has more than 80,000 fairgoers attending annually.

Show Features

• Extensive advertising and promotion
• Select social media artist highlights leading up to the event
• Artist listing including a large image and link to artist website if provided on event page
• Artist awards 
• Loyal, art buying audience
• Professional and respectful art fair staff
• Well-stocked artist hospitality
• Friendly booth sitters
• Professional, overnight security 

Apply: zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13235
Learn more: theguild.org/fair/common-ground-art-fair/

Contact: Nicole McKay Nicole@theguild.org

August 22, 23, & 24, 2025
Brighton, Michigan
Main Street in the heart of Downtown
Friday 5pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm, & Sunday 10am-4pm
100 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2025

Application fee: $30/Booth fee starts at $350

The 2024 inaugural Brighton Street Art Fair saw amazing crowds, record sales for many artists, and quickly became the talk of the art fair circuit. In 2025 the fair returns to Main Street in the heart of downtown Brighton, which boasts a charming atmosphere with an eclectic mix of restaurants and shops adjacent to Mill Pond and bustles with activity year round. The 2nd Annual Brighton Street Art Fair will feature 125 jury-selected artists. Additionally, the fair will include live music and art making activities all within walking distance to convenient parking amongst the wonderful restaurants and shops of downtown Brighton. The Guild is partnering with the Brighton Chamber of Commerce on this event! Artists can expect the same quality that they find at other Guild shows.

Guild Show Features:

• Extensive advertising and promotion
• Friendly booth sitters
• Free artist parking
• Artist awards
• Select social media artist highlights leading up to the event
• Artist listing including a large image and link to artist website if provided on event page
• Professional and respectful art fair staff
• Easy and organized move in and move out
• Well stocked Artist Hospitality Tent
• Professional, overnight security

Apply: 

https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12912

More info: www.theguild.org/fair/brightonstreetartfair/
Contact: Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

May 31 & June 1, 2025
Detroit, Michigan
910 Merrill Plaisance
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
80 artists
Deadline: March 2, 2025

Application fee: $25/Booth fees start at $475

Palmer Park is surrounded by some of Detroit's wealthiest neighborhoods. Palmer Woods is the home to 5,000 square foot homes for doctors, lawyers, business owners and others with the means and desire to purchase art. To the east is the Golf Course district, followed by the University District and Sherwood Forest with its elegance and quality residences. South is the Apartment District, home to huge condos and apartments with marble floors that are returning to their 1920s splendor.

This is a juried show that includes emerging artists. We also have a system for including groups and guilds. If you are interested in a group tent, please email mark@integrityshows.com.

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12710

Learn more: https://www.palmerparkartfair.com/
Contact: Mark Loeb mark@integrityshows.com

June 21, 2025
Detroit, Michigan
Arts district of Old Redford, Detroit
Saturday 10am-5pm
40+ Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2025

Application fee $25/Booth fee starts at $165

The NINE Design + Homes artist studio and retail space founded by the stars of HGTV’s Bargain Block, Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas, is partnering with The Guild for its 3rd annual Festival of the Arts. This single day event is located in Old Redford’s business corridor of northwest Detroit next to and amongst the adjoining arts community surrounding NINE Design + Homes. 40+ jury selected artists will be showcased in an intimate setting in one of Detroit’s historic neighborhoods, with free and convenient parking nearby.

Apply: theguild.org/get-involved/apply-for-a-show/

Learn more:
theguild.org/fair/nine-design-homes-festival-of-the-arts/
Contact:
Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

June 21, 2025
Detroit, Michigan
Arts district of Old Redford, Detroit
Saturday 10am-5pm
40+ Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2025

Application fee $25/Booth fee starts at $165

The NINE Design + Homes artist studio and retail space founded by the stars of HGTV’s Bargain Block, Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas, is partnering with The Guild for its 3rd annual Festival of the Arts. This single day event is located in Old Redford’s business corridor of northwest Detroit next to and amongst the adjoining arts community surrounding NINE Design + Homes. 40+ jury selected artists will be showcased in an intimate setting in one of Detroit’s historic neighborhoods, with free and convenient parking nearby.

Apply: theguild.org/get-involved/apply-for-a-show/

Learn more:
theguild.org/fair/nine-design-homes-festival-of-the-arts/
Contact:
Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

July 26 & 27, 2025
Bay Harbor, Michigan
Village at Bay Harbor
Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-3pm
75 Artists
Deadline: March 31, 2025

Application fee $40/Booth fee starting at $250

Set upon five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, and the deep water harbor of Bay Harbor Lake, the Bay Harbor Arts Festival is a truly spectacular backdrop for the artists and patrons alike.This is a lovely, “boutique” event with a variety of fabulous fine artists, as well as an artisan market located on our Marina Lawns and Terrace. Live music and children's activities are also a part of the festival.

Juried Artist Awards: $750-First Place, $500-Second Place, and $250 Third Place. 

We provide complimentary coffee, water, booth sitting, and sn-site security.  

An Artists Award Ceremony will take place on Saturday, July 26th at 5:30pm in Elevation Event Center in the Village at Bay Harbor.

Friday, July 25th is "preview night" for artists from 6pm-8pm if you would like to participate to allow patrons to browse your artwork.

More info: bayharbor.com/bay-harbor-arts-festival/
Contact: Michelle Denise artsfestival@bayharbor.com

Ann Arbor, Michigan
July 17, 18, & 19, 2025
Main Street as well as South University Street & multiple blocks of Liberty & State Streets in the heart of Ann Arbor
Thursday & Friday 10am-9pm & Saturday 10am-8pm
Deadline: February 16, 2025

Booth fee $50/Booth fee starts at $700

The Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair is one of three official partner fairs that comprise the award-winning and highly respected Ann Arbor Art Fair. Close to 500,000 people attend the event each year. The Summer Art Fair is located on Main Street in the heart of Ann Arbor, as well as South University Street and multiple blocks of Liberty and State Streets - stretching from Ann Arbor’s charming downtown to the campus of the University of Michigan. This fair of close to 400 juried artists is run by The Guild of Artists & Artisans, a non-profit Artist Member Organization whose mission is to provide marketing opportunities to artists. It is an organization where the artists truly have a voice and it shows in the quality of our events.

Show Features

• Over $4.1million in Artist Sales in 2024!
• Run by and for the Artists - a fair where artists truly have a voice and are valued
• Every application includes a one year membership to The Guild which provides artists with great opportunities throughout the year!
• The Guild allows up to 20% reproductions in your booth to increase overall sales
• Consistently ranked one of the top Fine Art Fairs in the Country
• Known for record sales and high traffic
• Over $5000 in Artist Awards
• Competitive Jury Selection Process
• Extensive joint advertising and promotion
• Audience reach of 1,692,829,807 in 2024
• Publicity value of $16,992,339 in 2024
• Select social media artist highlights leading up to the event
• Artist listing including a large image and link to artist website if provided on event page
• Professional, respectful, and fun art fair staff
• Booth Sitters provided for needed breaks
• Delicious Artist Hospitality with Continental breakfast, coffee, water, and treats throughout the day
• Water Delivery
• Artist Happy Hour and awards ceremony
• Booth Pod system that ensures one corner open for every booth with at least 8' between pods!
• Negotiated special rates for artists in nearby hotels and motels
• Professional overnight security
• Social District in the Main Street area allowing patrons to stroll with drinks from area businesses
• Easy access to the diverse cuisine Ann Arbor has to offer
• Home to exceptional programming including our Emerging Artist Program, The Stage on Main in partnership with The Ark, Chalk the Walk with David Zinn, Prison Creative Arts Project yearly display, and new in 2025, the Youth Collector’s Club!

Not convinced yet?
Hear what some of our 2024 artists had to say:

• "It’s always full of real art buyers, it’s my most consistent and always largest grossing art fair. It’s run so well and organized. There’s always a staff member nearby if you need something."
• "Thank you all for a smooth and fun experience where I was able to share my work with so many different people who care about hand made craft."
• “This year was the engagement of the buyers, repeat buyers, and so many young people getting their start by buying prints/smalls and promising to come back when they are making money so they can buy originals."

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12763

Learn more: https://www.theguild.org/fair/ann-arbor-art-fair/
Contact: Nicole McKay Nicole@theguild.org

Birmingham, Michigan
May 10 & 11, 2025
Streets surrounding Shain Park
Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
150 Artists
Deadline: February 16, 2025

Application fee $30/Booth fee starts at $395

Art Birmingham, now in its 44th year, takes place on the streets surrounding Shain Park in downtown Birmingham, Michigan. The Park is surrounded by convenient parking for artists and fairgoers and within easy access to the many unique stores and fabulous restaurants of downtown Birmingham – favorites of the upscale shoppers and residents throughout Oakland County and beyond. A Mother's Day Tradition, this highly respected free public event will showcase 150+ jury selected artists in an elegant and extraordinary setting, attracting approximately 80,000 fairgoers. 

Show Features

• Artist Awards
• Friendly booth sitters
• Professional, overnight security
• Extensive advertising and promotion
• Select social media artist highlights leading up to the event
• Artist listing including a large image and link to artist website if provided on event page
• Professional and respectful art fair staff
• Coffee, snacks, and goodies provided in artist hospitality tent

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12762

Learn more: https://www.theguild.org/fair/art-birmingham/
Contact: Nicole McKay Nicole@theguild.org

May 24, 25, & 26, 2025
Milford, Michigan
4570 Huron Parkway
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm & Monday 10am-4pm
100 artists
Deadline: February 23, 2025

Application fee $25/Booth fees start at $475

The Kensington Art Fair continues to grow. Artists with all price points indicated strong sales. Many report selling originals priced in the thousands. The beautiful setting is both visible and attractive. 

Kensington is one of the most popular parks in Southeast Michigan and is centered in a wealthy area of lakefront homes. Two and a half million people visit the park annually. 

Apply: www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12709

More info: Kensingtonartfair.com
Contact: Mark Loeb mark@integrityshows.com

July 17, 18, & 19, 2025
Ann Arbor, Michigan
The City of Ann Arbor - University of Michigan Campus
Thursday & Friday 10pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-8pm
230 Artists
Deadline: February 18, 2025

Application fee: $45-$60/Booth fee starts at $700

The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original (AASAF), is the original art fair of the three concurrent fairs that annually transform central Ann Arbor into the largest juried outdoor art fair in the nation. Every July, the City of Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus blossom into a 30-block outdoor art gallery.

Established in 1960, the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization with a mission to increase public knowledge and appreciation for contemporary fine arts and fine crafts. Over its 66-year history, AASAF has maintained its dedication to cultivating art, artists, and patrons. The AASAF is renowned for its commitment to excellence and showcasing only original one of a kind gallery quality artwork.

AASAF unfolds along the picturesque Ann Arbor city streets surrounding the iconic Burton Bell Tower and the tree-lined heart of the University of Michigan's central campus. The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original is regularly ranked among the nation’s top art fairs, consistently placing in the “Top Ten Best Art Festivals” in USA TODAY and appearing annually in Sunshine Artist's "Top 200 Fine Art Shows."

2025 Features:

• Jury and Purchase Awards in 2024: $22,000
• 2024 Over $2.3 Million in annual Artist Sales
• Marketing Reach: In 2024 our joint National TV Audience was 3.5 Million, Radio Audience reached 8.7 million listeners, Print and Online viewership was over 1.3 Billion!
• Buyers Tour and Lunch - Bringing 100 Influencers, Corporate Buyers, Patrons, Gallery Owners, Architects and Designers directly to your booth to purchase and promote you.
• Bell Tower Hotel Artist Reception - Meet and mingle with fellow Artists, Dedicated Patrons, Donors, Jurors and Board Members catered by The Moveable Feast.

Testimonials

"Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original - the art, the people, the fun, the shopping! A continued tradition of showing my work to dedicated collectors and enjoying the camaraderie of artists and visitors with the beautiful backdrop of the University of Michigan campus. -Cali Hobgood Artist

"The Original Ann Arbor Street Art Fair has an incredible sense of community among the artists, fairgoers and staff. It's truly a show that I look forward to every year not only for the sales but the wonderful people that I meet." -Mark Zirinsky Artist

"My first year being in the Original Ann Arbor Street Art Fair was very successful. Even after overhead, because I had never done a show before, I still made a great profit!' - John Dinser Artist

The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original (AASAF), is the
original art fair of the three concurrent fairs that 
annually transform central Ann Arbor into the
largest juried outdoor art fair in the nation.

Every July, the City of Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus blossom
into a 30-block outdoor art gallery.

APPLY NOW:
https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12887

For more information: 
http://www.artfair.org/
Contact:
Angela Kline akline@artfair.org