Venice-Nokomis Rotary Art Festival 2027 - 35th Annual

About This Call

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.

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: 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
• Family 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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Booth Information and Fees

• Artist Booth Fee, 10 Ft X 10 Ft outside: $350
• Artist Booth Fee, 10 Ft X 20 Ft outside: $700
• Commercial Vendor Booth Fee, 10 Ft X 10 Ft outside: $500
• Non-Profit Booth Fee, 10 Ft X 10 Ft outside: $100