Fairs/Festivals
Venice-Nokomis Rotary Art Festival 2027 - 35th Annual
Contact Information
Requirement Overview
- Eligible Applicant Types: Artist & Non-Artist Vendor
- Emerging Artists: Emerging artists may apply.
- Submission Limit: 3
Media Requirements
- Images | Min: 4, Max: 4
- Total | Max: 4
Opportunity Summary
For over 35 Years the Venice-Nokomis Rotary Club has hosted the most artist friendly Art Festival in South Florida. Our artists consistently give us great reviews for the support we provide, easy in-load and out-load, enthusiastic crowds, and overnight security. We attract thousands of attendees with our array of artists, antique/classic automobiles, live music, family fun, tasty food, and drink. Venice is directly on the Gulf of Mexico and has some of the best beaches in Florida which attract thousands of northerners every winter. The Rotary Art Festival has grown in popularity over the past years, and we expect to continue to attract more artists and larger attendance in 2027.
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General Information
EXHIBIT SPACE: Approximately 11' X 11'. Bring your own tent and weights. One space is included in the Booth fee. One or more additional spaces, depending on availability, can be purchased at the stated Booth fee.
SETUP TIME Friday, Jan. 15, Noon-6:00PM Saturday, Jan. 16, 7:00-8:00AM
FESTIVAL HOURS January 18 & 17, 2024
Saturday, 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sunday, 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Cash Prizes
Best in Show
Category Awards
Merit Awards
Show Features
● Artist parking behind your booth or close to your booth
● RV parking is available on-site, but hookups are not available
● Easy load-in and load-out
● Overnight Security
● Music
● Wide variety of Food and Drink
● Attracts thousands of attendees
● Familiy activities attracts numerous families
● Venice and Rotary enjoy great Community Support
Categories:
Painting
Jewelry
Sculpture
Ceramics
Glass
Photography
Pottery
Mixed Media
Crafts
Non-Artist Spaces for Vendors and Non-Profits
Booth spaces 10ft X 10ft are available for non-artist individuals who wish to display and market commercial products or services. We also accept applications from local non-profits with a reduced fee. These applicants must follow all the rules and procedures outlined above or below. These booths will be organized in a separate area distinct from those of artists within the Art Festival. Vendor booths and products will not be judged and are not eligible for Cash Prizes.
SETUP TIME Friday, Jan. 15, Noon-6:00PM Saturday, Jan. 16, 7:00-8:00AM
FESTIVAL HOURS January 18 & 17, 2024
Saturday, 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sunday, 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Cash Prizes
Best in Show
Category Awards
Merit Awards
Show Features
● Artist parking behind your booth or close to your booth
● RV parking is available on-site, but hookups are not available
● Easy load-in and load-out
● Overnight Security
● Music
● Wide variety of Food and Drink
● Attracts thousands of attendees
● Familiy activities attracts numerous families
● Venice and Rotary enjoy great Community Support
Categories:
Painting
Jewelry
Sculpture
Ceramics
Glass
Photography
Pottery
Mixed Media
Crafts
Non-Artist Spaces for Vendors and Non-Profits
Booth spaces 10ft X 10ft are available for non-artist individuals who wish to display and market commercial products or services. We also accept applications from local non-profits with a reduced fee. These applicants must follow all the rules and procedures outlined above or below. These booths will be organized in a separate area distinct from those of artists within the Art Festival. Vendor booths and products will not be judged and are not eligible for Cash Prizes.
Application Requirements
ART FESTIVAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Categories of work shall be limited to FINE ART & CRAFTS. All art displayed must be the original work of the artist/craftsperson exhibiting and must be signed by the Exhibitor. Ceramics must be original art works and not made from commercial molds. No agents or representatives may participate. In the event of a question, please be prepared to show appropriate identification and, if requested by the committee, be prepared to demonstrate your art or craft.
2. Each Artist or Crafts Person must submit three (3) recent photos of his/her recent work as well as one (1) photograph of the proposed booth display. Each Vendor must provide a clear description of the products or services to be displayed or sold and one (1) photograph of the proposed display.
3. The jury selection of an artist/crafts person is an acceptance of his/her commitment to exhibit. No refunds will be made for cancellation by the Artist/Craftsperson.
4. No refunds shall be made for inclement weather or other acts of God over which the Sponsors have no control, and the risk and/or loss from such event shall be borne by the Exhibitor. Cash awards will not be issued to any exhibitors departing before the end of the festival.
5. Only the type of art/crafts selected for entry may be exhibited or sold.
6. No sharing of booth space is permitted except where two people work together. No subletting or reselling of space to anyone is permitted.
7. Each Exhibitor must comply with all pertinent State of Florida sales tax regulations.
8. Each Exhibitor will be provided with and must display an 8 1/2" X 11" card with Exhibitor's name, category of art, and home city.
9. During official Festival hours, the booth must be staffed at all times by the Exhibitor. No agents are permitted.
10. Exhibitors may check-in and setup on Friday, January 15, 2027, between Noon and 6:00 PM; or Saturday, January 16, 2027, between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM.
11. Booths must be set up by 8:00 AM Saturday and 9:00 AM Sunday. No booth may be dismantled prior to the 4:00 PM Sunday closing time of the Festival.
12. No hawking sales procedures are permitted, including the use of loudspeakers
13. Exhibitors must furnish their own tables, chairs and related items used for their display. Racks and booths must be strong enough to withstand winds and crowds
14. All painting, watercolors, photography, and prints must be framed, mounted, or displayed in a portfolio or appropriate stand.
15. All Exhibitors must unload and park their vehicles in the designated area behind booths for conventional cars, RVs, and vans. Oversized (bus-size) RV's must be parked in an adjacent field after unloading. Arrangements to accommodate large RV's operated by artists with disabilities can be made if requested with application. RV hookups are not allowed. Exhibitors are expected to leave their space clean upon departure.
16. Adding on to the exhibit space by protrusions onto walkways, or by taking on extra tenting in the rear, is prohibited.
17. The Committee reserves the right to remove work of displays considered objectionable to the average general public and may do so without refund to the Exhibitor.
18. The Committee reserves the right to exclude without refund any Exhibitor who breaks these rules while the Art & Crafts Festival is in progress.
19 If there are a minimal number of entries in one or more categories the Committee may combine or adjust categories before judging to improve competition.
1. Categories of work shall be limited to FINE ART & CRAFTS. All art displayed must be the original work of the artist/craftsperson exhibiting and must be signed by the Exhibitor. Ceramics must be original art works and not made from commercial molds. No agents or representatives may participate. In the event of a question, please be prepared to show appropriate identification and, if requested by the committee, be prepared to demonstrate your art or craft.
2. Each Artist or Crafts Person must submit three (3) recent photos of his/her recent work as well as one (1) photograph of the proposed booth display. Each Vendor must provide a clear description of the products or services to be displayed or sold and one (1) photograph of the proposed display.
3. The jury selection of an artist/crafts person is an acceptance of his/her commitment to exhibit. No refunds will be made for cancellation by the Artist/Craftsperson.
4. No refunds shall be made for inclement weather or other acts of God over which the Sponsors have no control, and the risk and/or loss from such event shall be borne by the Exhibitor. Cash awards will not be issued to any exhibitors departing before the end of the festival.
5. Only the type of art/crafts selected for entry may be exhibited or sold.
6. No sharing of booth space is permitted except where two people work together. No subletting or reselling of space to anyone is permitted.
7. Each Exhibitor must comply with all pertinent State of Florida sales tax regulations.
8. Each Exhibitor will be provided with and must display an 8 1/2" X 11" card with Exhibitor's name, category of art, and home city.
9. During official Festival hours, the booth must be staffed at all times by the Exhibitor. No agents are permitted.
10. Exhibitors may check-in and setup on Friday, January 15, 2027, between Noon and 6:00 PM; or Saturday, January 16, 2027, between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM.
11. Booths must be set up by 8:00 AM Saturday and 9:00 AM Sunday. No booth may be dismantled prior to the 4:00 PM Sunday closing time of the Festival.
12. No hawking sales procedures are permitted, including the use of loudspeakers
13. Exhibitors must furnish their own tables, chairs and related items used for their display. Racks and booths must be strong enough to withstand winds and crowds
14. All painting, watercolors, photography, and prints must be framed, mounted, or displayed in a portfolio or appropriate stand.
15. All Exhibitors must unload and park their vehicles in the designated area behind booths for conventional cars, RVs, and vans. Oversized (bus-size) RV's must be parked in an adjacent field after unloading. Arrangements to accommodate large RV's operated by artists with disabilities can be made if requested with application. RV hookups are not allowed. Exhibitors are expected to leave their space clean upon departure.
16. Adding on to the exhibit space by protrusions onto walkways, or by taking on extra tenting in the rear, is prohibited.
17. The Committee reserves the right to remove work of displays considered objectionable to the average general public and may do so without refund to the Exhibitor.
18. The Committee reserves the right to exclude without refund any Exhibitor who breaks these rules while the Art & Crafts Festival is in progress.
19 If there are a minimal number of entries in one or more categories the Committee may combine or adjust categories before judging to improve competition.
Jury Details
Average number of applications submitted each year
120
Average number of artists selected from the jury to participate in the event
90
Average number of exempt from jury artists who are invited to participate in the event
10
Booth Information
Artist Booth Fees
Commercial Vendor Booth Fee 10 Ft X 10 Ft booth space Outside $500
Non-Profit Booth Fee 10 Ft X 10 Ft booth space Outside $100
| 10 Ft X 10 Ft booth Outside | $350 |
| 10 Ft X 20 Ft booth Outside | $700 |
Commercial Vendor Booth Fee 10 Ft X 10 Ft booth space Outside $500
Non-Profit Booth Fee 10 Ft X 10 Ft booth space Outside $100
Refund Policy
There are no rain dates. All refunds or credits if a show is cancelled due to rain, floods, hurricanes, or any other acts of God will be at the sole discretion of the Venice-Nokomis Rotary Art Festival. There will be no refunds for artist cancellations.
Additional Fees
10 x 20 Double Booth Outside: $700
10 X 10 Vendor Booth Space Outside: $500
10 ft X 10 ft Booth Outside: $350
10 X 10 Non-Profit Booth Space Outside: $100