Art Springs 2017

Art Springs is a free 2-day outdoor juried festival held at Hill Wheatley Plaza in downtown historic Hot Springs. The festival runs Saturday, May 6 from 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday, May 7 from 10 am to 4 pm, 2017. Art Springs features artist and fine craft booths, a children's art activity area, art demonstrations, and free family-friendly entertainment. Food trucks and beverages will be available. The 2016 event drew over 3,500 visitors from Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Texas, Tennessee, Louisiana, and beyond.

Eligibility is open to Arkansas artists 18 years or older. The $20 application fee must be submitted by February 20, 2017. Applicants must submit 4-6 images representative of their work. All art must be original and created by the applicant. Jewelry must be hand-crafted with no more than 40% purchased components. Reproductions may comprise no more than 25% of inventory. Selected artists will be notified by email no later than February 5, 2017 and must confirm participation by March 1, 2017. Booth fees must be paid in full by April 1, 2017.

Booth options are single (10' x 10') at $75 without electric or $95 with electric, or double (20' x 10') at $150 without electric or $190 with electric. Up to 40 booths may be assigned. Artists must provide their own tents, tables, chairs, displays, extension cords, and weights. White tents are preferred. Tents may not be anchored to the ground and must be weighted down. All tables must be draped to the ground, and boxes and packing materials must be hidden. Artists must be in attendance for the duration of the festival and are encouraged to demonstrate their art. Setup is 7:00 am to 9:45 am on Saturday, May 6. All vehicles must be moved off grounds by 8:30 am. Tear down is Sunday, May 7 from 4 to 6 pm. The event will proceed rain or shine and may be moved to a nearby covered venue on Exchange Street if necessary.