Cherry Creek Arts Festival 2026

Join one of the nation's most highly regarded art shows! CherryArts invites you to apply for the 2026 Cherry Creek Arts Festival and be among 250 exceptional exhibitors featured at this world-class celebration of art. Each year, the festival welcomes 150,000+ visitors and offers artists an unparalleled experience, including strong art sales potential (2025 Artist Survey reported an average of $17,470 per artist), consistently high national rankings, on-site artist amenities, and a new jury panel each year for fresh perspective. The Cherry Creek Arts Festival is a well-established event with a loyal, art-savvy audience, many of whom are collectors.

The festival takes place July 3-5, 2026 in Denver's Cherry Creek North Neighborhood. Application deadline is December 1, 2025, with artist notification by January 29, 2026. Application fee is $45 for early applications (by November 24th) or $55 for regular applications. Booth fees are $900 for a Row, $1,100 for a Corner, or $350 for the Emerging Artist Program. Artists must submit 5 images (4 of individual works plus 1 booth image) and provide proof of liability insurance with minimum $2,000,000 coverage.

CherryArts is a Denver-based nonprofit organization committed to supporting artists and arts education through year-round outreach programs and this iconic festival. With an estimated $4.5 million in annual art sales, the Cherry Creek Arts Festival continues to be a vital platform for artists' success. The Emerging Artist Program offers reduced booth fees, provided tents, workshops, mentoring, and the opportunity for selected artists to receive $5,000 unrestricted grants. Over $30,000 in purchase awards are available.