Barrington Art Festival 2027

The 18th Annual Barrington Art Festival takes place in the charming downtown of Barrington, Illinois, located 35 miles northwest of Chicago. Known for its grand mansions and horse farms, Barrington is an affluent community with a wealthy population that has a deep appreciation and buying history of art. The festival features approximately 125 artist spaces in a downtown setting filled with cafes, boutiques, and restaurants. The festival layout has artists back to the curb with a main center walkway for visitors. Free admission for patrons.

Artists keep all sales income from the show. Load-in is available Friday evening and Saturday morning, with artists able to drive close to their booth space to unload. Amdur Productions provides staff support throughout the festival, booth sitting services, close day and overnight artist parking at no additional cost, and overnight security. Equipment rental (tents, weights, tables, chairs) and professional panel walls are available for an additional fee. Setup and takedown assistance is available on a scheduled basis for a fee. Amdur Productions works to provide hotel discounts at local establishments.

Booth space fees are $625 for 12' wide by 10' deep spaces and $1,250 for 20' wide by 10' deep spaces, with an additional $200 corner fee upgrade. All artists must use white tents and keep tables skirted to the ground. Application deadline is January 18, 2027, with notifications of acceptance sent February 18, 2027. Registration forms and show fees are due March 18, 2027. A large marketing plan supports the show through digital and print advertisements, radio, posters, street banners, social media, and direct mail postcards. Awards are bestowed at an awards party following the festival on Saturday.