General Information
FAVA's 5th Annual Art Fair in the Square
Saturday, September 11, 2027
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tappan Square • Downtown Oberlin, Ohio
Rain or shine — there is no rain date.
Application Fee: $50 for one 10'x10' booth space
Early Bird: Save $10 when you apply by April 30, 2027 using code EARLY27 Application Deadline: July 15, 2027
The Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA), in partnership with the City of Oberlin, invites artists and makers to apply for the 5th Annual Art Fair in the Square!
Held in beautiful Tappan Square in the heart of historic downtown Oberlin, Art Fair in the Square brings artists, makers, food trucks, live music, and thousands of visitors together for a day celebrating art and creativity.
We welcome applications from artists and makers working in a wide variety of media, as well as artist groups, guilds, and art clubs. Our goal is a lively, diverse Art Fair filled with original work made by the people who are there to share it.
Application Requirements
Who May Apply:
Individual artists and makers, artist groups, guilds, and art clubs.
Application Images:
Please submit a minimum of 3 and maximum of 6 images. Images should clearly represent the type and quality of work you plan to bring to the Art Fair. If you have participated in other outdoor events, we encourage you to include at least one image of your booth or display.
Application Fee
$50 for one 10'x10' booth space.
Apply on or before April 30, 2027 and use coupon code EARLY27 to receive $10 off your application fee.
Please note: Your fee reserves your 10'x10' space only. FAVA does not provide tents, tables, chairs, or display equipment. Each artist is responsible for bringing everything needed to set up their own booth.
Application Deadline:
July 15, 2027
Acceptance:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applicants may hear from us sooner. All applicants will be notified of their status no later than August 10, 2027.
Event Information
FAVA's 5th Annual Art Fair in the Square
Saturday, September 11, 2027
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tappan Square
67 N. Main Street
Oberlin, OH 44074
Hosted by:
Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA) in partnership with the City of Oberlin
Booth Information
Each accepted artist receives one approximately 10'x10' space in Tappan Square. We aim to provide 36” between booths for accessibility.
Artists must provide their own tent/canopy, tables, chairs, displays, racks, and any other equipment needed for their booth. FAVA does not provide tents, tables, or chairs for artist booths.
If you need more than a 10'x10' footprint, please arrange to purchase an additional booth space in advance.
Electricity is not available for artist booths.
Art Categories
- 2D Mixed Media
- 3D Mixed Media
- Bath, Body & Candles
- Ceramics
- Digital Art
- Drawing
- Fiber & Textiles
- Furniture
- Glass
- Jewelry
- Metalsmithing
- Painting
- Photography
- Printmaking
- Sculpture
- Wood
- Other
Amenities & Services
Participating artists can expect:
- Free public parking in downtown Oberlin
- Indoor restroom access at FAVA
- Morning coffee at FAVA
- Water and snacks throughout the day
- Artist hospitality and volunteer support
- Live music throughout the Art Fair
- Pre-event information about booth assignments, unloading, parking, and day-of logistics
About the Jury Process
Our jury process helps us make sure the Art Fair remains focused on original artwork and handmade goods created by participating artists and makers.
Jurying also helps us create a varied Art Fair representing a range of media and creative practices.
Applications are reviewed using the images and information submitted through the online application. Images are viewed digitally.