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$25.00 Fee
Midsummer Arts Faire 2026
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About This Call
Midsummer Arts Faire is a juried art exhibition and sale celebrating the arts in Quincy, Illinois, taking place the fourth weekend in June in historic downtown Washington Park. The event welcomes artists and makers representing both fine and curated handmade art. A maximum of 65 artists are accepted to ensure strong individual sales. Show organizers have partnered with community groups to include entertainment Friday and Saturday evenings and hands-on activities for families throughout the weekend.
Eligible media includes 2-D work such as drawing, photography, digital photography, printmaking, mixed media, painting, and fiber arts, as well as 3-D work such as clay, jewelry, sculpture, wood, and glass. All artwork must be original and produced by the exhibiting artist. Fine art prints and reproductions are acceptable when accompanied by original works, but prints and reproductions must be clearly marked and cannot exceed 50% of the display. Commercially produced, machine-made, kit, course work, or buy-sell items are not acceptable. Booth spaces are 10' x 10' for $250, with a limited number of 20' x 10' double booths available for $400. Electricity is available at no extra charge on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Exhibitors will be selected by a 5-member panel of jurors including fine arts professionals. Total cash awards in 2026 are expected to exceed $5,000. Artist benefits include a full-color image on the event website, free reserved parking, free booth sitters and volunteers, and over $8,000 in Art Fare sponsored and sold to purchase artwork. Event hours are Friday, June 26, 5:30pm-9:30pm; Saturday, June 27, 10am-5pm; and Sunday, June 28, 11am-4pm. Setup occurs between 8:00am and 3:00pm on Friday, June 27, with all exhibitors required to be set up by 5pm. An exhibitor who withdraws by April 21, 2026, may receive a 50% refund on the booth fee; no refund is provided for withdrawals after that date. The application fee of $25 (early bird) or $40 (late) is non-refundable.
Eligible media includes 2-D work such as drawing, photography, digital photography, printmaking, mixed media, painting, and fiber arts, as well as 3-D work such as clay, jewelry, sculpture, wood, and glass. All artwork must be original and produced by the exhibiting artist. Fine art prints and reproductions are acceptable when accompanied by original works, but prints and reproductions must be clearly marked and cannot exceed 50% of the display. Commercially produced, machine-made, kit, course work, or buy-sell items are not acceptable. Booth spaces are 10' x 10' for $250, with a limited number of 20' x 10' double booths available for $400. Electricity is available at no extra charge on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Exhibitors will be selected by a 5-member panel of jurors including fine arts professionals. Total cash awards in 2026 are expected to exceed $5,000. Artist benefits include a full-color image on the event website, free reserved parking, free booth sitters and volunteers, and over $8,000 in Art Fare sponsored and sold to purchase artwork. Event hours are Friday, June 26, 5:30pm-9:30pm; Saturday, June 27, 10am-5pm; and Sunday, June 28, 11am-4pm. Setup occurs between 8:00am and 3:00pm on Friday, June 27, with all exhibitors required to be set up by 5pm. An exhibitor who withdraws by April 21, 2026, may receive a 50% refund on the booth fee; no refund is provided for withdrawals after that date. The application fee of $25 (early bird) or $40 (late) is non-refundable.
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