Fairs/Festivals
Lake Orion Art & Flower Fair 2026
Contact Information
Requirement Overview
- Eligible Applicant Types: Artist & Non-Artist Vendor
- Submission Limit: 1
Media Requirements
- Images | Min: 4, Max: 4
- Total | Max: 4
Opportunity Summary
The Lake Orion Art & Flower Fair, presented by the Orion Art Center, kicks off the summer fun and boating season for residents of beautiful Lake Orion and surrounding communities of northern Oakland County. We welcome back our dedicated vendors while increasing the number of artisans who produce handmade items and plant material specialists.
The Lake Orion Art & Flower Fair is one of two major fundraising events for the non-profit Orion Art Center along with Dragon on the Lake Festival, held the last weekend of every August.
The Lake Orion Art & Flower Fair is one of two major fundraising events for the non-profit Orion Art Center along with Dragon on the Lake Festival, held the last weekend of every August.
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General Information
The vendor market is open Saturday 10AM – 6PM & Sunday from 10AM – 4PM
Vendor load in and set up is Saturday 6:30-9AM. Regardless of the weather, all exhibits must be set up by 9:30 am on Saturday and remain open the entire length of the show that concludes on Sunday at 4PM.
Vendor must supply their tent, tables, chairs etc. Event will provide a 10X10 space and electricity if requested.
Vendor load in and set up is Saturday 6:30-9AM. Regardless of the weather, all exhibits must be set up by 9:30 am on Saturday and remain open the entire length of the show that concludes on Sunday at 4PM.
Vendor must supply their tent, tables, chairs etc. Event will provide a 10X10 space and electricity if requested.
Application Requirements
There are 100 juried booth spaces available in two vendor categories:
1) Art, craft, handmade items along with flowers, plants, and landscaping materials (75 booths)
Only original work handmade by the displaying artist(s) is eligible for sale, including authors. The exhibitor must be the designer and creator of the art. Mediums include: ceramics, digital media, drawing, fiber, folk/traditional arts, glass, jewelry, leather, metalwork, mixed media, other, painting, papermaking/book arts, photography, printmaking, sculpture and woodwork.
NO items contracted out and/or made by someone else and/or resale items. Items must be at least 60% made by the vendor (e.g., clothing with added handiwork).
2) Food and non-art vendors (25 Booths)
Jury:
The Lake Orion Art & Flower Fair will be juried by a committee with the purpose of creating a quality, inclusive, and balanced show.
Jury notification:
Applicants will be notified of jury status no later than April 18, 2026.
1) Art, craft, handmade items along with flowers, plants, and landscaping materials (75 booths)
Only original work handmade by the displaying artist(s) is eligible for sale, including authors. The exhibitor must be the designer and creator of the art. Mediums include: ceramics, digital media, drawing, fiber, folk/traditional arts, glass, jewelry, leather, metalwork, mixed media, other, painting, papermaking/book arts, photography, printmaking, sculpture and woodwork.
NO items contracted out and/or made by someone else and/or resale items. Items must be at least 60% made by the vendor (e.g., clothing with added handiwork).
2) Food and non-art vendors (25 Booths)
Jury:
The Lake Orion Art & Flower Fair will be juried by a committee with the purpose of creating a quality, inclusive, and balanced show.
Jury notification:
Applicants will be notified of jury status no later than April 18, 2026.
Jury Details
Average number of applications submitted each year
150
Average number of artists selected from the jury to participate in the event
100
Booth Information
Application Fee:
A $25 non-refundable application fee is due with the application. Due to the costs associated with preparing to run the show, the application fee will not be able to be refunded under any circumstances.
Booth Fee:
Upon acceptance, the $200 booth fee will be due by May 1, 2026. $150 for nonprofits. Food truck vendors – we reserve the right to negotiate pricing dependent on type of food/vehicle.
A $25 non-refundable application fee is due with the application. Due to the costs associated with preparing to run the show, the application fee will not be able to be refunded under any circumstances.
Booth Fee:
Upon acceptance, the $200 booth fee will be due by May 1, 2026. $150 for nonprofits. Food truck vendors – we reserve the right to negotiate pricing dependent on type of food/vehicle.
Refund Policy
No refunds will be issued after full payment and application are received and processed. No refunds will be given due to cancellation of the event by local authorities or due to weather or force majeure.
Additional Fees
Art/Flower Vendor 10x10: $200
Food/Non-Art Vendor 10x10: $200
NON PROFIT - LO Art & Flower Fair 10x10: $150
Downtown Lake Orion Business 10x10: $0
Terms to Apply
Application Fee: $25
