Mount Dora Arts Festival 52nd Annual 2027

The 52nd Annual Mount Dora Arts Festival takes place February 6-7, 2027, on the streets of historic downtown Mount Dora, Florida, located 30 miles north of Orlando. The festival consistently ranks in the top 50 best arts festivals in the United States for artist sales and draws more than 150,000 art enthusiasts and collectors. Approximately 285 juried artists and 20 emerging/non-juried artists participate.

Artists must submit original work created by the applying artist. Acceptable categories include ceramics, digital art, drawing/graphics, fine craft, glass, printmaking, jewelry, mixed media, painting (oil/acrylic and watercolor), photography, sculpture, and wood. Reproductions and giclées must be clearly labeled "REPRODUCTION" and may not exceed 30% of displayed artwork. Buy-sell work, kit work, manufactured items, and commercial displays are prohibited. The artist listed on the application must be present and oversee their exhibit at all times. Booth sharing is not permitted except for true artistic collaborations (maximum two artists, both listed on the application, both present, and only jointly created work displayed).

Application deadline is November 15, 2026. Application fee is $35. Booth fees range from $450 for a single 10x10 booth to $875 for a double 10x20 booth, with additional fees available for corner/endcaps ($150), electric ($100), dry RV/camper parking ($75), and artist website link ($50). Jury process occurs November 16-22, with invitations sent November 25. Deadline to accept and pay is December 20, 2026. Refunds are available until December 27, 2026, minus a $50 administrative fee. Cash awards total $20,000, including Best of Show ($5,000 purchase award or $2,500 cash), two Judges Choice awards ($1,500 each), and ten Awards of Excellence ($500 each). Artists amenities include booth sitting, artist bathroom, coffee and snack room, Friday setup with volunteer helpers, and Sunday award ceremony. For questions, contact (352) 217-8390.