Printer's Row Art Fest 2027

The 9th Annual Printer's Row Art Fest takes place in Chicago's South Loop on Dearborn Street, from Harrison Street to Polk Street. This urban art festival showcases the creativity and culture of the diverse South Loop community alongside Printer's Row Park. Painters, street artists, jewelers, up-cycling artists, artisans, photographers, mixed media artists and more are invited to apply. Art at all price points is welcome.

The festival features approximately 100 exhibitor spaces. Artists keep all sales income from the show. Load-in is available Friday evening and Saturday morning, with vehicle access near booth spaces. Amdur Productions staff provides support throughout the festival, including booth sitting services. Equipment rental (tents, tent weights, tables, chairs) and limited pro-panel wall rentals are available for additional fees. Overnight security is provided, and discounted hotel rooms are available. Awards are bestowed at the festival. A comprehensive marketing plan supports the show through newspaper ads, radio, posters, street banners, social media, and direct mail.

Application deadline is January 18, 2027 (early bird promo through November 30, 2026). Notifications of festival status will be sent online by February 18, 2027. Late applications are accepted beginning February 19, 2027 with late registration fees applying from March 19, 2027. Registration forms and show fees are due by March 18, 2027. Refunds (less $50) are available until April 1, 2027. Standard booth spaces are 12' wide by 10' deep at $600 or 20' wide by 10' deep at $1,175 (includes permit fee). Corner fee upgrade is an additional $200. All artwork must be created by the artist and be for sale. White tents are required, and all tables must be skirted to the ground. Artists must be present during all festival hours.