Arts on Sheridan Highland Park

Arts on Sheridan is a spring art fair held on Sheridan Road in Highland Park's Art and Design District, from Central Avenue to Elm in East Highland Park, Illinois. The festival celebrates art of all kinds with artists working in painting, street art, jewelry, photography, mixed media, and more invited to apply. Both contemporary and traditional themes are welcome, with art at all price points encouraged.

The festival features approximately 100 exhibitor spaces. Artists keep all sales income from the show. Booth spaces are available in two sizes: 12' wide by 10' deep for $550 plus $60 permit fee, or 20' wide by 10' deep for $1,100 plus $120 permit fee. Load-in is available Friday evening and Saturday morning with artist parking close and free. Amdur Productions staff provides on-site support throughout the festival, booth sitting assistance, and set-up/take-down help are available for additional fees. Tents, tables, chairs, and pro-panel walls are available for rent. Overnight security is provided, and discounted hotel rooms are available through local partnerships. The festival includes awards and comprehensive marketing support.

Application deadline is January 18, 2027. Notifications are sent February 19, 2027. Registration forms and show fees are due March 18, 2027. All artwork must be original work created by the artist, and buy/sell items are strictly prohibited. Artists must be present during all festival hours. No smoking or vaping is allowed in or near booths. White tents only are permitted, and all tables must be skirted to the ground.