Fairs/Festivals
Art on the West Side 2026
Nashville, Tennessee
Application Fee: $25
Contact Information
Requirement Overview
- Eligible Applicant Types: Artist & Non-Artist Vendor
- Emerging Artists: Emerging artists may apply.
- Submission Limit: 1
Media Requirements
- Images | Min: 8, Max: 8
- Total | Max: 8
Opportunity Summary
Art on the West Side hosts over 40 artists each year, ranging from painting (oil, watercolor, acrylic) to glass, clay, jewelry, photography, wood, and fiber. The event is held each year at the Gordon Jewish Community Center and attracts hundreds of people interested in enjoying and purchasing art.
Preview Night on March 20th, 4pm
Saturday, March 21 10:00am
Sunday, March 22 10:00am (Show Close)
Preview Night on March 20th, 4pm
Saturday, March 21 10:00am
Sunday, March 22 10:00am (Show Close)
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General Information
Requirements: 8 images of artwork; Booth image recommended
Artist Setup: Thursday - Friday March 19-20, at 9am-4pm
Advertising: Local Media, television, social media coverage, and over 3,000 print invitations are sent out.
Hospitality: We have ample snacks, complimentary breakfast and lunch available, as well as many volunteers to help with all your needs.
Security: The Gordon Jewish Community Center is highly secure and most especially during the show. If you have specific security questions, contact the Gordon JCC.
Email: bekah@nashvillejcc.org
Artist Setup: Thursday - Friday March 19-20, at 9am-4pm
Advertising: Local Media, television, social media coverage, and over 3,000 print invitations are sent out.
Hospitality: We have ample snacks, complimentary breakfast and lunch available, as well as many volunteers to help with all your needs.
Security: The Gordon Jewish Community Center is highly secure and most especially during the show. If you have specific security questions, contact the Gordon JCC.
Email: bekah@nashvillejcc.org
Application Requirements
Checkout and payment: Art on the West Side is responsible for all activities related to check out. We accept all major credit cards, check, and cash. 30% of Art Sales go to the Gordon JCC. Artist will receive a check comprising 70% of his/her gross sales approximately two weeks after the show.
Application Fee: $25
Deadline: 12/01/2025
Acceptance: 02/01/2026
Booth Fee Due: 2/28/2026
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR APPLICATION FEE OR BOOTH FEE.
Application Fee: $25
Deadline: 12/01/2025
Acceptance: 02/01/2026
Booth Fee Due: 2/28/2026
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR APPLICATION FEE OR BOOTH FEE.
Jury Details
Average number of applications submitted each year
60
Average number of artists selected from the jury to participate in the event
40
Average number of exempt from jury artists who are invited to participate in the event
5
Booth Information
White peg boards are supplied for hanging art, hanging hardware, electricity, and power strips. Artist must supply their own lighting. Each panel is a framed pegboard 4' wide by 8' tall.
2 panel booth @ $50
4 panel booth @ $100
5 panel booth @ $125 (limited quantities)
Jewelry/Crafts - two 8’ tables @ $100
Refund Policy
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR APPLICATION FEE OR BOOTH FEE.
Additional Fees
5 Panel: $125
4 Panel: $100
Two 8 ft Tables for Jewelry/Crafts (No panels): $100
Booth space with no tables or panels: $100
2 Panel : $50
Terms to Apply
Application Fee: $25