Call for Artists for the 34th annual 43rd Street Festival of the Arts.
The Festival is Saturday, September 13th, 2025, 10 am to 4 pm.
This event is limited to 75 regional artisans and features some of the finest arts and crafts available in the area. It is a great way for artists to show and sell their work to an appreciative audience. A unique selection of contemporary art, fantastic music, great food and a loyal crowd help round out the event.
PRIZE MONEY AND AWARDS
- Best in Show, Fine Arts (2-D): $200
- Best in Show, Craft (3-D): $200
- Judge’s Choice Award: $200
ENTRY INFORMATION AND FEES
$10 Application Fee. $100 Booth Fee.
Artists apply here ONLINE.
Applications, images, and application fees are due by April 15th, 2025.
Please note earlier deadline, April 15th.
Each entrant must submit a nonrefundable application fee of $10.
All applicants must submit five (5) digital images of current work.
Please include four (4) of recent work plus a booth shot. Square format preferred.
Booth shot REQUIRED with your application.
Please give a description of the work.
Exhibitor notification: online to all artists by May 1st, 2025. Artists who are selected will then submit a booth fee of $100 (online) upon receipt of acceptance.
No later than June 1st to secure their space. note: June 1st for booth fees.
(**Please note that it is not our responsibility if you do not check your emails for info on deadlines for applications/ fees or acceptance/rejection notifications. You may have to check your “Junk” mail, but all will be notified by May 1st. PLEASE start checking your emails April 28-30th.)
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Online submissions only. Applications available and posted on Facebook and Instagram at 43rd Street Festival of the Arts and online at our website.
We strive to have a minimum turnover of 25% of the artisans each year. Some exhibitors will be rotated out as needed.
GENERAL INFORMATION
An accepted application is a commitment to show. No refunds will be made and the show will be held rain or shine.* We expect all artists to be in attendance at their booth and to present their work in a professional manner. (*Exceptions, hurricanes and Covid.)
For over 30 years, the festival has raised funds to support organizations that help shelter and care for the homeless. We partner with CARITAS. All profits from an artist designed T-shirt and proceeds from a raffle of donated artwork will benefit CARITAS. The festival staff is completely volunteer. You will be asked to donate a piece of artwork for the raffle the morning of the show. We keep the booth fees low to encourage participation, but it is voluntary.
We advertise in print, radio, and social media. We count heavily on YOU to also help get your customers to the show. E-mail postcards will be sent to all exhibitors. Please share and create your own FB and Instagram posts.
* Send us a design for this year’s T-shirt. If accepted and your design is used, we will refund your booth fee.
43rd Street Festival
1410 W. 43rd St.
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 233-1758