Fairs/Festivals
Bend WinterFest 2027
Bend , Oregon
Jury Fee/Processing Fee : $35
Contact Information
Requirement Overview
- Eligible Applicant Types: Artist
- Emerging Artists: Emerging artists may apply.
- Submission Limit: 1
Media Requirements
- Images | Min: 5, Max: 5
- Total | Max: 5
Opportunity Summary
Festival Update: New for 2027! Bend WinterFest is moving to an exciting new location at The Pavilion and will feature a dedicated Fine Art section as part of the festival experience.
Bend WinterFest is one of Central Oregon’s signature winter celebrations, bringing the community together for a full weekend of art, live music, food and drinks, family activities, winter entertainment and more. The festival draws thousands of locals and visitors each year for a unique celebration of winter in Bend.
Our new location near The Pavilion creates an exciting opportunity to expand the festival experience for 2027. The new Fine Art section will showcase juried artists and their work in a dedicated area of the festival, giving attendees the opportunity to discover and shop original art while enjoying everything WinterFest has to offer.
We’re excited to welcome artists to be part of this new chapter of Bend WinterFest!
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General Information
This show accepts the following medium categories:
Ceramics • Digital Media • Drawing • Fiber (not apparel) • Glass • Jewelry • Mixed Media • Painting & Drawing • Photography • Printmaking • Sculpture • Upcycled Art • Wood
To expedite invitations, this show has a virtual jury who reviews and accepts applications ongoing until the show is filled. The first round of jurying will start after Nov 1, 2026.
Artist amenities include drink vouchers and booth sitting for those traveling solo throughout the festival weekend.
Ceramics • Digital Media • Drawing • Fiber (not apparel) • Glass • Jewelry • Mixed Media • Painting & Drawing • Photography • Printmaking • Sculpture • Upcycled Art • Wood
To expedite invitations, this show has a virtual jury who reviews and accepts applications ongoing until the show is filled. The first round of jurying will start after Nov 1, 2026.
Artist amenities include drink vouchers and booth sitting for those traveling solo throughout the festival weekend.
Application Requirements
There is no booth sharing allowed. Each booth must carry only the artist's handcrafted work in the category in which they are invited in the festival. We do allow multi-generational participation in a single booth, in a single category.
Festival commission for fine art is 10% of gross sales at the conclusion of the festival, on Sunday, Feb 14, 2027. Artists are required to check out, pay their festival commission, and are given a check out pass to be able to bring their vehicles on the grounds to load out. Artists are asked to pay the festival a 5% commission on custom orders that are received through the festival.
Sales ledgers are given to each artists at check in, prior to the festival start, and we reccommend artists complete a written report for each sale. We will also accept your Square or other online sales report. We will have extra sales ledgers available at our info booth during the event weekend.
Artist festival artist hours are:
Feb 12 - 5pm - 8pm
Feb 13 - 11am - 8pm
Feb 14 - 11am - 3pm
There are no refunds for CONFIRMED applications that are withdrawn. "No-shows" will not be invited to participate in future festivals.
Festival commission for fine art is 10% of gross sales at the conclusion of the festival, on Sunday, Feb 14, 2027. Artists are required to check out, pay their festival commission, and are given a check out pass to be able to bring their vehicles on the grounds to load out. Artists are asked to pay the festival a 5% commission on custom orders that are received through the festival.
Sales ledgers are given to each artists at check in, prior to the festival start, and we reccommend artists complete a written report for each sale. We will also accept your Square or other online sales report. We will have extra sales ledgers available at our info booth during the event weekend.
Artist festival artist hours are:
Feb 12 - 5pm - 8pm
Feb 13 - 11am - 8pm
Feb 14 - 11am - 3pm
There are no refunds for CONFIRMED applications that are withdrawn. "No-shows" will not be invited to participate in future festivals.
Jury Details
Average number of applications submitted each year
80
Average number of artists selected from the jury to participate in the event
32
Booth Information
Booth Fees:
BECAUSE OF THE ROLLING JURY, TO INSURE TIMELY CONFIRMATION FOR ARTISTS PARTICIPATING IN THIS FESTIVAL, ACCEPTANCE AND PAYMENT IS DUE WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF YOUR INVITATION TO THE EVENT. IF YOU HAVE BEEN INVITED, AND HAVE NOT ACCEPTED AND PAID WITHIN THAT TIMEFRAME, YOU WILL BE WITHDRAWN.
Arrival information and booth assignments are emailed to confirmed artisans 10 days before the event date.
- 10x10 - $250
- 10x20 - $500
- 10x30 - $575
BECAUSE OF THE ROLLING JURY, TO INSURE TIMELY CONFIRMATION FOR ARTISTS PARTICIPATING IN THIS FESTIVAL, ACCEPTANCE AND PAYMENT IS DUE WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF YOUR INVITATION TO THE EVENT. IF YOU HAVE BEEN INVITED, AND HAVE NOT ACCEPTED AND PAID WITHIN THAT TIMEFRAME, YOU WILL BE WITHDRAWN.
Arrival information and booth assignments are emailed to confirmed artisans 10 days before the event date.
Refund Policy
There are no refunds for CONFIRMED applications that are withdrawn. All other refunds will be determined on a cas-by-case basis. "No-shows" will not be invited to participate in future festivals.
Additional Fees
Late Jury Fee/Processing Fee : $40
10x30 Booth: $600
10x20 Booth : $500
10x10 Booth : $250
Terms to Apply
Jury Fee/Processing Fee : $35