Art in the Square 2027 | Southlake

We are so excited to celebrate our 27th year!
In 26 years, Art in the Square has grown in reputation to become one of the top small fine art shows in the country. We were proud to be ranked #1 by the Sourcebook for 2019 and 2020 and are regularly top ranked.  Featuring 150 artists in a beautiful upscale setting, the 2½ day show draws attendance from both Dallas and Fort Worth. With its relaxed, friendly atmosphere and serious potential shoppers, this show has become a favorite of professional artists.

ART IN THE SQUARE 2027           

Friday, April 23         4 pm to 9 pm                       
Saturday, April 24     10 am to 9 pm
Sunday, April 25       11 am to 6 pm
                      
*Entertainment continues until 10:30 pm Friday and Saturday nights.
 
SUMMARY OF IMPORTANT DATES
Application available: August 17, 2026
Application deadline: November 11, 2026 
Jury: November 20-21, 2026
Jury Notification by Email: December 9 , 2026
      Contract will be attached to invitation email    
Contract and Booth Fee Deadline:  January 20, 2027
Deadline to cancel and receive refund (less $50 administrative fee): March 24, 2027
Check-In: April 22, 2027  7:30 - 9:30 PM or April 23, 2027 7:30 AM-1:00 PM.
Set-up: April 22 after 7:30 PM and the morning of April 23

SHOW OVERVIEW
Art in the Square 2027 will take place in Southlake Town Square, an upscale retail and business development with a beautiful park setting and plenty of parking. The location is in a very affluent suburb of Dallas/Fort Worth. Our show has been described as “outstanding” by artists and art publications with “a very educated crowd, excellent quality original art and an incredibly organized, accommodating promoter.”
Art in the Square also offers great food, a variety of quality music, children’s activities and two student art programs.
 
ABOUT US
Art in the Square is a non-profit festival hosted by the Southlake Women’s Club, the City of Southlake and Southlake Town Square. Through sponsorships, fund raising and donations, Art in the Square has raised welll over three million dollars for local charities over the last 26 years.  
 
COMMUNICATION
Email is used for all communication, including invitations, contracts, booth assignments and show details. 
Email artinthesquare@verizon.net with any questions or concerns.

MARKETING
Loyal sponsors of Art in the Square include NBC-TV local affiliates and several weekly community newspapers. Art in the Square enjoys strong media support via radio, TV, digital billboards and social media.  Print ads and editorial articles are carried in newspapers, many area luxury and lifestyle magazines and numerous websites.
 
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR ARTISTS!

• Easy set-up and take-down
• Spacious layout: each artist booth has plenty of room for hanging on outside walls, storage and optimum viewing by customers.
• Free convenient parking for autos and oversized vehicles. Parking outside of designated artist parking areas is strictly prohibited.
• 24 hour security
• Free electrical 
• Booth sitting
• Water and snacks delivered to artists
• Set-up luncheon on Friday
• Complimentary coffee and continental breakfast Saturday and Sunday
• For your safety and the safety of your work, pop up tents are strongly discouraged. Springtime in Texas can be windy!
• Optional tent rental
• Discounted lodging at on-site hotel

ARTIST AWARDS
Art in the Square presents several awards to artist participants.

Featured Artists:  Selected by the committee to participate in the Art in the Square Gallery Exhibit held in Town Hall. Featured art will be used in all event publicity.
 
People’s Choice Award:  Selected by public voting at the Featured Artist Gallery Exhibit.
           
Award of Distinction:  Selected by onsite judges and awarded to artists whose work best demonstrates the quality, executional expertise and originality that is the spirit of Art in the Square.  These recipients receive a complimentary 10’ x 10’ booth space for 2028.
 
Juror’s Choice Award: Also selected onsite to honor artists whose remarkable work captures the interest of the judges.


EMERGING ARTIST PROGRAM

• The Art in the Square Emerging Artist (EA) is an educational program designed for developing artists in the DFW Metroplex who have NOT exhibited in any juried art show.  These artists gain experience in marketing and presenting their artwork, working under an artist mentor and interacting and receiving feedback from potential customers.
• EA area closes at 8:00 on Friday and Saturday as there is no electrical power in this area. This allows time for participants to observe and interact with other artists at the event. Battery lights are suggested.
• Four artwork images are required. Do NOT submit a booth shot. When submitting your 4th image, say yes when asked if it is your booth shot. EA is listed with other medium categories.
• Art in the Square will provide each EA with a 10x10 tent. EAs will be responsible for providing panels, tables and other display items. 
• Emerging Artists are required to be on site throughout the entire event,

ARTWORK EXHIBIT POLICY

• All exhibits must be artist created.
• Original work by the artist must occupy at least 75% of the display space in the booth. 
• Limited edition, signed and numbered reproductions may be displayed.  These reproductions must be labeled, the process defined and clearly visible.  If appropriate, gallery quality frames are required.
• Unframed quality reproductions of artist-signed two-dimensional originals may be displayed in browse boxes or bins.
• Exhibiting artists must be in attendance during the entire show.
• Accepted artists may only exhibit work in the medium or body of work submitted to the jury.  Works exhibited are expected to be consistent with the images submitted.
• Collaborating artists are permitted but each artist must be identified on the application. 
• Work done by a production studio is not acceptable.
• For more than one artist to display in a booth, each artist must apply and receive an invitation separately.
• Adherence to policies is monitored.
• Traditional sales only. (Example:  no auctions)

FEES
There is a $40 nonrefundable Jury Fee payable by credit card on ZAPP.  .
 
Booth Fees payable by credit card on ZAPP.  

$550         10x10          Booth Fee
$1050       10x20          Double Booth Fee  Double booths are limited.
$300         10x10          Emerging Artist Booth Fee
  
Signed Contracts (attached to invitation email) and Booth Fees are due January 20, 2027. No late fees will be accepted.
 
BOOTH REQUESTS 
Booth assignments are done on a "first come - first served" basis. Requests MUST be written on the contract.
 
CHECK-IN AND SET-UP
Check-in is located at the Artist Hospitality Booth located directly across the street from Town Hall. For GPS, use 1400 Main Street, Southlake Texas.
 
Thursday night check-in (April  22) will begin at 7:30 sharp and will continue until 9:30 PM. Later set-up is acceptable but there will be no check-in after 9:30PM. Absolutley NO set-up can begin until 7:30. 
 
Friday morning check-in (April 23) will begin at 7:30AM and continue until 1:00.  NO CHECK-IN after 1:00PM unless approved by the show director. Electrical test is at 3:00 pm. Show opens at 4:00.
 
SALES and TAXES
Artists retain all revenue from the sale of their work. Artists are responsible for collecting and reporting of all taxes, including 8.25% sales tax. For information call the Texas Comptroller’s Office at 800.252.5555 or go to window.state.tx.us. 
 

 

 

CANCELLATION POLICY

The jury fee is nonfundable.

Refunds (less a $50 administrative fee) for booth fees will be given for cancellations received prior to March 24, 2027.  No fees will be refunded for artist cancellations after this date. No exceptions.