Bedford ArtsFest 2018

In collaboration with the Bedford Cultural Commission, the City of Bedford presents ArtsFest, an event to promote and celebrate the arts in Bedford. This family-friendly festival will feature artists, musicians, and performers who contribute to the vibrant heritage of the North Texas region. The sixth annual Bedford ArtsFest will take place March 24, 2018 at Bedford Boys Ranch Park, located at 2000 Forest Ridge Drive, Bedford TX 76021. The single-day event creates opportunities for people of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds to celebrate the arts of North Texas. Public admission is free with free parking available.

Artists approved by the jury will have the opportunity to exhibit and sell art outdoors in a designated area. Booth spaces are available: Single Booth Space (10'x10') for $50 or Double Booth Space (10'x20') for $100. Submissions require four color, high-resolution digital images (JPG) of current work and one image of booth with no visible name or logo (or an additional piece of work if no booth image is available). Collaborative artwork is permitted, but each individual artist must be identified on the application. The application deadline is February 23, 2018 at 5:00pm. Acceptance notification will be sent March 2, 2018, with artist confirmation of acceptance due by March 9, 2018 at 11:59pm. Booth fees must be paid in full by March 16, 2018 at 5:00pm; withdrawals after this date forfeit the booth fee minus a $25 cancellation fee. Check-in and setup occur March 24, 2018 by 9:00am, with strike and cleanup by 8:00pm.

The jury, composed of professional artists, will select artists based on principles and elements of design, quality of technique, execution, materials, originality of work, and booth appearance. Awards include Best of Show ($300), Runner Up ($200), and Second Runner Up ($100). Three Best of Show awards for K-12 students ($50 each) will also be presented. Entry fee is $10, non-refundable. Eligibility is national. Submit applications to [email protected].