Crooked Tree Arts Center 65th Annual Art Fair 2026

Crooked Tree Arts Center invites you to apply to its 65th Annual Art Fair, held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (rain or shine) at the south east end of the Civic Center - A Grand Traverse County Park. This new location on the corner of Titus and Fair Street offers street side parking in addition to parking lots on the property, public restrooms, and food trucks. Participation is open to all artists who exhibit work of original concept, design, and execution. The fair seeks to maintain the highest standards for both artists and the viewing public, with juried artists selected by the Art Fair committee.

Accepted media includes Painting, Drawing, Collage, Graphics, Leather, Sculpture, Jewelry, Fiber, Wood, Metal, Glass, Photography, Pottery, and Mixed Media. Clothing, jewelry, and craft work must be handmade or substantially altered by artistic effort. Each applicant must submit five digital images, including four of current work and one of a fully-stocked booth. Artists working in multiple media must have all media represented in their image set but do not need separate applications for each medium.

Booth spaces are 12' x 12' with small storage space in back. Single booths are $175, double booths are $350, and corner booths are $225. Artists must provide a white 10'x10' tent that must be weighted, not staked. The $35 processing fee is non-refundable and due with application by March 1, 2026. If accepted, booth fees are paid separately to reserve your space. Artists are responsible for their own Michigan Sales Tax License and must be present for the entire duration of the fair.