Call for Artists 2019/2020

Asheville’s historic Pack Square Park is the picturesque back drop for the Downtown Asheville Festival of the Arts. The show is set up on the streets of North Pack Square and South Pack Square around the Vance Memorial. The park is a regional landmark has been a focal point since the city’s creation in 1797, lying at the intersection of ancient trading paths.  Crafters are also encouraged to apply, as a separate Crafters Market will be included in the event. Please apply through ZAPP and chose "craft section" as your category. There will be no green market. 
 

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We are making a very exciting change to our 17th Annual Downtown Aspen Art Festival. This year, we are moving the show to Downtown Aspen Main Street's Paepcke Park. We are thrilled to return once again to this central area, only one block from our original location, Monarch Street (which is slated for construction at that time). Paepcke Park is directly on Main Street with tremendous visibility and ideal surroundings. In addition to the exhibits in the Park, we also be closing Hopkins Street which borders the perimeter of the park (booths will be placed on the street). We hope that you will join us in this wonderful location. Aspen is one of the most upscale locations in the US and we are very proud to be hosting an art fair in this vibrant downtown venue. 

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Keystone Resort, located at the base of Loveland Pass, is the closest luxury resort area to Denver. This vacation resort is home to great hotels, restaurants and fine shops. Keystone has the largest ski mountain in Summit County. The show will be held in River Run Village at the base of the mountain. Anticipate great crowds, high end buyers in a beautiful village setting. Beaver Creek is one hour away and Downtown Denver is an hour and a half away from Keystone.

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The Beaver Creek Art Festival offers the ambiance of a modern town center coupled with the imagery of an alpine village. This festival is very busy with both Vail Valley locals and the weekend travelers looking for one-of-a-kind art.  Make your plans now to participate in this art festival that has been embraced by this community for over 30 years. Beaver Creek provides a scenic backdrop and an ideal target audience for a weekend art festival.

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Downtown Frisco is nestled between Breckenridge and Copper Mountain, close to Denver. Last year's event was a huge success. Historic Main Street has upscale, quaint and eclectic shops, galleries and eateries that line the streets. Summit County, Colorado is located in the heart of the Rockies, just one hour from Denver to the east on I-70 and is home to Frisco, Breckenridge, Keystone Resort, Arapahoe Basin and Copper Mountain. Combine the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains, the quaintness of Frisco, the art of 150 fine art exhibitors and the publicity this event will receive and you get a fabulous art fair! Show is currently closed to jewelry. Jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.

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The Flats East Bank is more than Cleveland’s best place to eat, drink, play and live. It’s flat out electric. Rising at the union of the Cuyahoga River and beautiful Lake Erie, the Flats East Bank is a lifestyle all its own, with cutting edge waterfront living and a combination of dining and entertainment options you won’t find anywhere else. Show is currently closed to jewelry. Jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.
 

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This art festival is rated as one of the top 100 art shows in Sunshine Artist Magazine. The show is located on Walnut Street which is in a popular downtown shopping district. This seven-block area draws upscale shoppers from all over Pittsburgh and the suburbs. Show is currently closed to jewelry. Jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.

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This Labor Day Weekend art affair will feature a collection of national and regional artists specializing in hand-made works of art. Asheville’s historic Pack Square Park is the picturesque venue for the Downtown Asheville Festival of the Arts. This regional landmark has been a focal point since the city’s creation in 1797, lying at the intersection of ancient trading paths. The beautiful public park has grown to 6.5 acres for events and visitors to relax while they enjoy all that Downtown Asheville has to offer. The show is set up on the streets of North Pack Square and South Pack Square around the Vance Memorial. Crafters are also encouraged to apply, as a separate Crafters Market will be included in the event. Please apply through ZAPP and chose "craft section" as your category. There will be no green market. 

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Listed on the Harris List and Sunshine Artists as One of the Nation's Best Art Shows! Alexandria is recognized as one of the country's premier artistic hubs and the strong support given to the event from the Alexandria Convention and Visitors Bureau contributes to the large crowd, making this show the great success that it has become.

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This popular event is held in the trendy downtown area of Hyde Park Village in Downtown Tampa. Nestled among the trim green lawns and spacious homes of historic Hyde Park, the Village offers visitors a unique experience. Brick courtyards, glittering fountains and tree-lined streets create an old world setting, which makes Hyde Park Village the perfect location for a fine art event. 

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Our cornerstone event returns triumphantly with a massive crowd following. This historic and artistically-inclined area of Fort Lauderdale is an ideal setting for an art fair.  All artwork is juried, which provides a higher level of quality, diversity and creativity of art on display, exemplifying the gifted artists in regions from all over the country. Come experience the show that put Howard Alan Events on the map! This festival is located on beautiful Las Olas Blvd between SE 6th Avenue and SE 11th Avenue. 

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The Festival will take place at UTC (The Mall at University Town Center). UTC is located in a very affluent part of Sarasota directly next to Lakewood Ranches with great exposure to I-75. UTC is a world-class fashion and dining destination featuring Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's, Dillard's and over 150 stores and restaurants. Many distinctive retailers at UTC are not found anywhere else in the local area. UTC offers a diverse mix of fashion and lifestyle retailers, popular favorites, sit-down restaurants and a children's play area. This application is for the art section of the festival.

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Downtown Venice comes alive for this annual tradition. Venice is located on the southern side of Sarasota County and the show is set-up along a charming historic downtown street. West Venice Avenue is a popular Venice Main Street and is the perfect place for our art event. The show is such a success each year that we host a second one later on in March. Show is currently closed to jewelry. Jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.

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Nestled within this tropical paradise, St. Armands Circle Art Festival attracts thousands of art-loving visitors who are eager to purchase fine and unique works of art. The people and location make this show a success year after year. Show is currently closed to jewelry. Jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.

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We have improved the lay out from last year! The show now starts at the entrance of E Atlantic Ave and NE 4th Ave, giving us great exposure from Atlantic Ave in the heart of downtown. The show will proceed north on NE 4th Ave for two full blocks. The show then heads west on NE 2nd St over the railroad tracks. Show ends at Pugliesse Way, just one block east of Pineapple Grove. This central location is surrounded by great shops, fantastic restaurants, and an artistic community. It attracts a huge and phenomenal buying crowd on Thanksgiving Weekend. Show is currently closed to jewelry. Jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.

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Coconut Point is located between the borders of Estero and Bonita Springs just between Naples and Fort Myers with a robust population that exceeds 290,000 people. Show is currently closed to jewelry. Jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.

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This season, the iconic artistic event known as the Las Olas Art Fair Part I returns for its 32nd year. Considered an annual tradition in South Florida, the Las Olas Art Fair is regarded as one of the top events in America. Start the year off in style and join the show that put Howard Alan Events on the map! The Las Olas Art Fair (Part II) is slated for March 7th & 8th, 2020.

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The 23rd Annual Downtown Dunedin Art Festival is located along upscale Main Street of Dunedin, FL, a subtropical coastal suburb of Tampa Bay just north of Clearwater. The Downtown Dunedin Art Festival, revered fondly by artists as an annual favorite, provides the perfect blend of high-end geographic appeal and a great opportunity to participate in a high profit show.

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The show will be located in the lot at the intersection of St Andrews Blvd and Glades Road at The Town Center Mall. The Town Center is one of South Florida's top luxury shopping destinations and one of Boca's main attractions. It features a mix of upscale and elite specialty shops, fine dining and plenty of parking.  The Town Center features over 200 stores including Tory Burch, Tiffany & Co, Louis Vuitton, The Apple Store and much more. 

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The Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts is ranked as one of the top fine art festivals in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine. Howard Alan Events will be closing down one mile of the luxurious Atlantic Avenue in downtown Delray Beach once again, and we want you out there with us! This fabulous art festival begins at US1 East, passes over the Intracoastal Waterway, and then extends to A1A along the Atlantic Ocean bringing together luxurious retail and fine dining, avid art enthusiasts, and exquisite fine art. 

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The St. Armands Circle Art Festival, consistently ranked as one of the best art affairs in the U.S. by Sunshine Artist Magazine, blends long-time favorites with the most buzz-worthy names on the contemporary arts scene. The event takes place along the Boulevard of Presidents and St. Armands Circle. This popular festival returns every year to St. Armands Circle, draws out large crowds and has become an annual favorite of Sarasota County. Friday set up available for circle spaces. Show is currently closed to jewelry. Jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.

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Hobe Sound will once again welcome the nation's top artists and skilled craft artisans during the 18th Annual Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts. The Festival will run on Dixie Highway from Bridge Road to Venus Street. Comprised of both a fully juried art fair and a vetted craft fair, the popular event hosts more than 250 artists and craft artisans. Hobe Sound is located in affluent Martin County between Jupiter and Stuart. With Hobe Sound's pristine beaches and parks alongside world class restaurants, shops, and golf courses, this festival takes place in one of the most unspoiled nature destinations in the state. This application is for the HAE Fine Art Section. 

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Downtown Sarasota's Main Street sees numerous events, fairs, festivals and fundraisers each year. Few, however, could boast the tenure or the stature of the Sarasota Festival of the Arts. The overwhelming success of the Festival each year led to expanding and covering more than five city blocks with over 250 national and regional artists. The high level of artistic quality, the accessibility of the free, outdoor festival and the diversity of art has led to the Festival of the Arts' consecutive rankings among the top 100 art festivals in the nation, according to Sunshine Artists Magazine. Proceeds from the Downtown Sarasota Festival of the Arts benefits the Downtown Sarasota Alliance. The Festival will fill Main Street at Orange Avenue, heading east to Links Avenue. 

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The popular shopping destination of Coconut Point will transform into an artists' mecca during the 14th Annual Coconut Point Art Festival on February 15 – 16. The Coconut Point Art Festival in Estero, earning its reputation as "The Big One!", returns to its highly profitable weekend to celebrate its 14th year! The show produces record size crowds and astronomical revenues consistently year after year. This February event is ranked as one of the top fine art festivals in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine. Coconut Point community is more than just a shopping center.  The property has 1.2 million square feet of retail space, office condos and residential housing.  With 113 stores and 25 restaurants - all surrounding several acres of lakes and boardwalk, Coconut Point is the place for people to shop, dine, work, gather and live. The show has a convenient Friday set-up. 

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This event has established itself as one of the main art fairs in affluent Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County. Stuart’s population keeps growing as people continue moving further up the east coast. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. 

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Our homecoming to the original Boca location; Boca Center (formerly The Shops at Crocker Center). This high-end property is located directly on Military Trail in Boca Raton, just North of Palmetto Park Road. We were at this property for many years before moving Boca Fest to The Town Center Mall. Our artists have repeatedly asked to return to this property as it was the top ranked show in the Boca area. Booth sizes are 12' wide by 18' deep.

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Located on Florida's west coast in Sarasota county, Venice is a town on the Gulf of Mexico, filled with historic charm, natural beauty, and independently owned shops and restaurants. Whether you like shopping in the unique stores of the downtown Venice Main Street district, or prefer golfing, boating, or other recreational activities, Venice has it all. The Festival is set up along West Venice Avenue and attracts both residents and visitors.
 

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The Las Olas Art Fair, which began decades ago as a small block festival, now stretches along the Boulevard and includes three weekends throughout the year. The iconic event takes place from 10 am to 5 pm both days. Considered an annual tradition in South Florida, the festival brings together longtime favorites with some of the newest names in the contemporary art scene. Located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, Las Olas Boulevard is known as the jewel of the city. Las Olas has everything for a wonderful evening out, or a relaxing day window-shopping and dining at one of the fabulous sidewalk cafes. On Las Olas Boulevard you will find a multitude of art galleries, eclectic boutiques, and dining options that range from Cuban-American cuisine to fresh seafood caught in the Atlantic Ocean. 
 

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This oceanfront art festival provides one of our most picturesque shows of the season stretching along the A1A in Juno Beach, Florida. The crowds are tremendous and the venue is ideal. The show is co-presented by Howard Alan Events, producer of the nation’s top outdoor art festivals, and the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce. The show has a convenient Friday set-up. 

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This event receives great support from the Coral Springs Art Festival Committee, a large group of volunteers who serve to help make this a rewarding event. Also involved is the Mayor, City Council and sponsorship from major companies. Artists who are invited to this show will be placed in the art section. This application is for placement in the ARTIST SECTION. 

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The Festival will take place at UTC (The Mall at University Town Center). UTC is located in a very affluent part of Sarasota, directly next to Lakewood Ranches with great exposure to I-75. UTC is a world-class fashion and dining destination featuring Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's, Dillard's and over 150 stores and restaurants. Many distinctive retailers at UTC are not found anywhere else in the local area. UTC offers a diverse mix of fashion and lifestyle retailers, popular favorites, sit-down restaurants and a children's play area. 

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The brick-lined streets of historic Hyde Park will once again come alive with eye-popping art during the Hyde Park Village Art Fair.  The hugely popular event comes to the charming open-air, upscale shopping destination and attracts both residents and visitors. The event offers visitors a unique experience with brick courtyards, fountains and tree-lined streets. Creating an old world setting and making Hyde Park Village a perfect location for a fine art fair. 

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CityPlace has recently transformed from a retail and entertainment center to a vibrant community known as Rosemary Square. This major, 72-acre transformation will feature green public spaces, state of the art culinary offerings, a new hotel, diverse retail shopping and pop up concepts. This new urban neighborhood highlights robust arts and culture experiences, providing the perfect mecca to host our 10^th anniversary fine art affair!

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Howard Alan Events is proud to bring the nation’s top artists to the country’s most upscale zip code during the Chevy Chase/Washington, DC National Fine Art Festival. Located along the pedestrian-friendly walks of the Shops at Wisconsin Place, this special showcase is situated on Wisconsin and Western, bordering both Washington, DC and Chevy Chase, MD and includes a Friday set-up for the artists. The Shops at Wisconsin Place is a high end retail and dining district featuring an exciting collection of stores and restaurants. 

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We are excited to return to Arlington, Virginia! The Arlington Festival of the Arts is in the hottest area of Arlington- Clarendon! Clarendon is in the heart of the Arlington restaurant scene, nightlife and shopping. This DC suburb is just over the Key Bridge from Georgetown and is loaded with affluent professionals looking to decorate their homes and condos.

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We will be using the street (Ocean Blvd.), as well as the parking lots. Siesta Key is a one of a kind island community off the coast of Sarasota. If you are an artist applying for this show, please use this application. Artists who are invited to this show will be placed in the art section. This application is for placement in the ARTIST SECTION.
 

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