Edina Art Fair 2026

Join us for the 2026 Edina Art Fair, celebrating its 59th year as the largest and longest art fair in the state of Minnesota, and one of the most respected and highly attended fine art festivals in the Midwest. This three-day event is nationally recognized for its commitment to presenting the highest quality fine art, attracting tens of thousands of art lovers and collectors who return year after year to discover exceptional new work.

Located on the streets of the vibrant 50th & France Business District, the Edina Art Fair is set within an upscale destination known for independent boutiques, specialty retail, and award-winning restaurants which is an ideal environment for a premier fine art show.

Each year, the Edina Art Fair showcases:

• 250+ juried fine artists, carefully selected for excellence, originality, and craftsmanship
• A highly engaged audience of collectors and community supporters
• Live music, immersive art experiences, and creative programming
• Food trucks, beer gardens, and additional elevated event amenities

Artists are invited to apply to this longstanding, professionally produced show that continues to uphold its reputation as one of the finest outdoor fine art festivals in the region.

Our Commitment to Artists
The Edina Art Fair believes artists are essential to vibrant communities and cultural life. Our mission is to create meaningful economic opportunities for artists while offering audiences access to exceptional fine art in an inspiring, welcoming environment.

New Leadership & Vision
Jill Osiecki, Edina Art Fair Director
The 2026 Edina Art Fair is led by Jill Osiecki, an experienced arts and events producer with more than a decade of leadership in large-scale cultural events, public art programming, and community-driven placemaking.
Bio:
Jill Osiecki brings over ten years of experience directing major arts festivals and large public events across the Minneapolis–St. Paul region. She previously served as Program Director for the Uptown Association, where she led the Uptown Art Fair and related cultural programming, overseeing complex operations, artist relations, sponsorship development, and community partnerships.
Throughout her career, Jill has produced events attracting tens of thousands of attendees, curated nationally juried artist exhibitions, and built innovative platforms connecting artists with audiences, businesses, and communities. Her work is known for elevating artistic quality while strengthening local economies and cultural identity.
As Director of the Edina Art Fair, Jill’s vision is to position the event as an artist-first, nationally respected fine art fair—one that prioritizes artistic excellence, transparency in the jury process, and an exceptional experience for both artists and patrons.

2026 Edina Art Fair Dates and Hours (Hours TBD)
Friday, June 5: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday, June 6: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sunday, June: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Images
For Jury, include 4 images total.  Include 1 image of your booth plus 3 high quality images of your work.

2026 Important Dates

• March 4: Application deadline
• March 6 - 15: Jury in process
• March 18: Artist notification (by email and Zapplication)
• April 26: Deadline for accepted artists to purchase booth

• Artistic excellence and originality
• Quality of craftsmanship and technical skill
• Creativity and innovation
• Cohesion and overall impression of the body of work
• Diversity of style, medium, and price point

• Snacks and beverages
• Artist information and booth numbers listed on our website
• 24-hour security/police presence from load in to load out
• Volunteer booth-sitters to allow artists to take short breaks

MEDIUM/CATEGORIES
Select the Medium in which you want this application to be juried. If you have more than one medium you must apply each medium separately to be juried. The Edina Art Fair reserves the right to reassign any entry into another category if deemed appropriate.

2-D Mixed Media
Works created using dry media including chalk, charcoal, pastels, pencil, wax crayons, etc., or from fluid medium of inks and washes applied by pen or brush and works created in oils, acrylics, watercolor, etc.

3-D Mixed Media / Sculpture
Three-dimensional original work done in any medium.

Ceramics
Original clay and porcelain work other than jewelry.

Digital Art
Any original work for which the original image, or any manipulation of other source material, was executed by the artist using a computer. Importantly: any work generated by or with assistance of Artificial Intelligence is explicitly prohibited.

Drawing
Works created using dry media — including chalk, charcoal, pastels, pencil, wax crayon, etc. — or using fluid media such as inks and washes applied by pen or brush.

Fiber / Wearable Art
All work crafted from fibers including leather, paper, basketry, embroidery, weaving, tapestry and papermaking. No machine-tooled or machine-screened patterns or miscellaneous forms of mass production are permitted. All factory-produced wearable items, regardless of additional modification or enhancement by the Artist, will NOT be accepted. Not accepting mass-produced clothing items. Commercial kits/molds, stenciling, machine-screened patterns or mass-produced items are not permitted.

Glass
Glass works that may be functional or purely decorative by design. Works that have been crafted via glass blowing, molding or casting as well as works that have been kiln-formed. Works may be etched or engraved.

Jewelry
All jewelry, whether the work is produced from metal, glass, clay, fiber, paper, plastic or other materials may be entered in this category. Original and hand crafted materials.

Painting
Works created in oils, acrylics, watercolor, etc.

Photography
Photographic prints made from Exhibitor’s original negative or original digital file. Prints must have been processed by the Exhibitor or under his/her supervision. Photographers are required to disclose both their creative and printing processes.

Printmaking
Works entered in this category must be printed works for which the artist’s hand manipulated the plates, stones or screens, and the resulting prints must be properly signed and numbered as a limited edition.

Wood
Original works in wood that are hand-tooled, machine worked, turned or carved are accepted in this category.

1. Artists MUST be present all three days of the art fair. No commercial dealers or agents are permitted to represent the artist. The Festival reserves the right to close down or remove any booth in which the artist is not present.
2. Accepted artists may not exhibit in other Festivals during the dates of the Edina Art Fair.
   All artists are required to check in at the Artist Check-In before setting up their booth. Photo ID is required.
3. All work must be the artist's original work with only, 60% of that original work may be a reproduction/print, only work that was juried into the show can be present, and all artwork must be available for sale.
4. Artists may exhibit artwork only in the category in which he/she was accepted.
   No artwork from molds, kits, or other commercial methods is allowed. Ready-made objects (i.e., clothing, furniture).
5. All developing and printing of photographs must be done by the artist or under the direct supervision of the artist.
6. Artists who break down displays or depart before closing time on any day of the art fair will not be allowed to return the following day or to future shows unless proof of an emergency is presented.

Booth Fees
Once invited to participate, booths can be purchased. 10x10’ booths will start at $575. Limited corners, double booths, and select locations can be purchased at an additional cost. Note: These booth spaces go fast and are based on a first come, first serve basis. 

Exhibit Space
Exhibiting Artists are only guaranteed the space they have paid for. The exhibitor’s tent must fit within a 10x10’ or 10x20’ space to abide with clearance regulation. NOTE: There is very limited space in-between or behind booths for storage. Tents are butted up next to each other, so please be prepared to put 40 lb weights inside your tent.