Art on the Square Cornell Art Museum November 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  September 25, 2026 ACCEPTANCE:  Artists will be notified via email of acceptance by October 6, 2026

ART SHOW LOCATION:  Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square (51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444)
Museum Front Lawn and Swinton West Lawn 

ARTIST BOOTH FEES: Upon acceptance of application, booth fees will be due asap before October 23, 2026 (Fees will be charged on credit card provided on October 23, 2026) 

Application Deadline: September 25, 2026
Artist Notification:  October 6,  2026

Art on the Square is a two-day Premiere Juried Outdoor Fine Art Show presented by the Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square (51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach FL 33444). This outdoor art gallery features original works of art by fine artists from around the country.  Beautifully located on the grounds of the Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square in the heart of Downtown Delray Beach, this show welcomes thousands of visitors to stroll the historic grounds, meet the artists to acquire wonderful original art while enjoying live music and refreshments. Art on the Square offers a unique art experience for everyone.  This event has a proven record with seven successfully produced fine art shows by Marusca Gatto, Cultural Arts Director, for the Downtown Development Authority, the organization managing and operating the Cornell Art Museum. 
 

The Old School Square Foundation Inc a 501(c)3 is a non-profit committed to keeping Old School Square alive as the cultural heart of Delray Beach. More than just historic buildings, it is a place where people come together - to create, celebrate, to learn, and to belong.

ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS: 
Fine Artist / Fine Craft Artist:  Professional artists applying to participate as exhibiting artist.
Emerging Artist:  Beginning of career artists selected through the jury process and winner is eligible to receive a complimentary booth space.
Non-Profit Organization:   Organizations with 501(c)3 status eligible for reduced booth fee.

ARTIST PARKING:  City of Delray Beach City Hall, 100 NW 1st Avenue, Delray Beach, 33444 (North Parking Lot - Parking Pass will be provided upon check in). 

ARTIST LOAD-IN & LOAD-OUT:  Artists are required to cart in their booth tents and artwork, as vehicles are not permitted on the lawn. A designated drop-off area will be available in close proximity to the exhibit space for your convenience.

VISITOR PARKING:  Metered parking in the Old School Square Garage and Federspeil Parking Garage and in designated metered spaces in Downtown Delray Beach through the Delray Beach Park Mobile system (Read the signs!).
 
LIABILITY INSURANCE: Artist/Vendor must provide a certificate of general liability insurance with a minimum of $2,000,000 coverage.  Certificate of Insurance can be purchased inexpensively through ACT Insurance and must name the following as additionally insured: 
 
Downtown Development Authority, 350 SE 1st Street, Delray Beach, FL 33483
AND
City of Delray Beach, 100 NW 1st Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444

GENERAL RULES and REGULATIONS:

1. NO CBD Products / Delta 8 Products of any kind permitted at Downtown Development Authority events.
2. All submittals will be reviewed by a jury - Jury decision is final.
3. Artists will be notified via email 
4. Artists will receive a site map with designated booth location and load in directions one week prior to event. 
5. Each artist must be ready for load in on Friday, November 6, 2026 from 10am to 5pm.
6. Artists must provide their own10x10 WHITE artist tent with 50lb weights.  NO GROUND STAKES PERMITTED DUE TO SPRINKLER SYSTEMS!
7. Upon acceptance to Art on the Square, tent rentals are available through The Tent Guys, Email:  thetentguys@att.net, Phone:  561-374-1783

   www.Thetentguysllc.com 

8. Artists must provide their own displays, rug, tables, coverings, chairs and signage.
9. All booths will be set in a quad formation so each artist has two open sides (if desired)
10. Artist Reception on Friday, November 6 (5pm) inside Cornell Art Museum after set up
11. Artists are responsible for the collection, payment, and reporting of their own sales tax.
12. You, your staff and area must remain neat, clean and kept in an orderly fashion.  Exhibits and displays must be contained within booth space.  Conduct and displays must be appropriate.
13. Someone from your staff must manage the booth before, during and through breakdown.
14. Artist booth must be set up and ready by 9:00 am on Saturday, November 7th since Fine Art Show begins at 10:00 am sharp. 
15. Artist Breakfast available at 9:00 am both show days in Concession Building on premises
16. Take down will begin on Sunday, November 8th at 4pm (NOT BEFORE) and be complete by 7pm

ARTIST BOOTH FEES: Due immediately upon notification of acceptance to the Fine Art Show.

Booth Fee - East Atlantic Lawn               $450.00
Double Booth Fee - East Altantic Lawn   $850.00

Booth Fee - Swinton Lawn                      $425.00
Double Booth Fee - Swinton Lawn          $800.00

Non-profit 501(c)3 - Swinton Lawn          $225.00
 

REFUND SHOW POLICY: Application fee of $35.00 is nonrefundable. Booth fee is refundable up to 2 weeks before the event. Artists must notify Event Staff via phone (561-654-2220 or cell 585-944-6107) or email (mgatto@downtowndelraybeach.com.

NO SHOW POLICY:  Artists who have not notified Event Staff  via phone (561-654-2220 or cell 585-944-6107) or email (mgatto@downtowndelraybeach.com) by 7:00 am the day of event will be considered a NO SHOW.  At that point, all fees will be non-refundable subject to Cornell Art Museum staff review.