--- title: Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original 2027 description: Juried outdoor art fair in Ann Arbor, MI (July 15–17, 2027) for original handcrafted artwork; $55 entry fee, jury awards up to $12,000. url: https://www.artsume.com/programs/e114bdfa-ab84-42cf-a5ff-28e565a2fc05 type: program status: open createdAt: "2026-10-24" updatedAt: "2026-10-24" programType: Festival/fair organization: Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/ann-arbor-street-art-fair-the-original deadline: "2027-02-15" entryFee: 55 USD location: Ann Arbor, MI, United States isOnline: false compensationRange: $12,000 in Jury Excellence Awards (12 x $1,000) plus $5,000-$10,000 in Purchase Awards awarded annually. disciplines: - 2d mixed media - 3d mixed media - ceramics - digital art - drawing - fiber - furniture - glass - jewelry - metal - painting - photography - printmaking - sculpture - wood --- # Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original 2027 **Hosted by:** Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original **Type:** Festival/fair | **Location:** Ann Arbor, MI, United States | **Deadline:** February 15, 2027 | **Entry fee:** $55 ## About This Program ### About This Call The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original (AASAF), is the original art fair of the three concurrent fairs that annually transform central Ann Arbor into the largest juried outdoor art fair in the nation. Established in 1960, the AASAF is renowned for its commitment to excellence and showcasing only original one-of-a-kind artwork. ### Summary Every July, the City of Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus blossom into a 30-block outdoor art gallery. Established in 1960, the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization with a mission to enrich lives by connecting art, artists, and our communities. The AASAF is renowned for its 68-year history with a commitment to excellence and showcasing only original one of a kind artwork. AASAF unfolds along the picturesque Ann Arbor city streets surrounding the iconic Burton Bell Tower and the tree-lined heart of the University of Michigan's central campus. The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original is regularly ranked among the nation's top art fairs, consistently placing in the "Top Ten Best Art Festivals" in USA TODAY and appearing annually in Sunshine Artist's "Top 200 Fine Art Shows." ### General information ### Fair Dates: Thursday, July 15 – Saturday, July 17, 2027 (Set-up: Wednesday, July 14) Application Open: Sunday, November 1, 2026 – Monday, February 17, 2027 (11:59 PM EST) Application Fees (non-refundable): - $45 Early-bird (submitted by 12/31/2026) - $55 (submitted 1/1/2027 to 2/15/2027) - $65 Late application (submitted 2/16/2027 – 2/17/2027) Booth Fee: $725, $950, $1500 Jury Awards: $12,000 – 12 Excellence Awards of $1000 each Purchase Awards: A total of $5,000 to $10,000 awarded annually in individual purchase awards ### HOW TO APPLY Applications: Available at ZAPPlication.org starting November 1, 2026. Images Required: - 4 images of artwork - 1 booth image (Booth images must be accurate representations of the artist's display.) ### Media Categories The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair reserves the right to re-categorize an artist's submission. Every attempt will be made to notify the artist if this is done. - 2D Mixed Media - 3D Mixed Media - Ceramics - Digital Art - Drawing - Fiber - Furniture - Glass - Jewelry - Metal - Painting - Photography - Printmaking - Sculpture - Wood ### Rules and regulations - All work must be original, one-of-a-kind, and handcrafted by the artist. - No reproductions (e.g., giclée or offset prints) are allowed to be sold. - Artists may only show work in categories approved by the Jury. - Artwork generated in part or in whole by Artificial Intelligence (AI) is strictly prohibited. - Artists must be present with their work for the entirety of the Fair. - An Artist Statement, including a photo, must be prominently displayed. - Artists may not participate in other fairs, exhibitions, or events in Ann Arbor taking place at the same time as the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair. ### Booth information and fees Booth Fees (Due March 22, 2027): - 10' x 10' space with 2' between booths (Artist's Own White Canopy): $725 - 10' x 20' space (Artist's Own White Canopy): $950 (Limited and assigned as available) - 20' x 10' space (Artist's Own White Canopy): $1500 (Limited and assigned as available) Electricity is included in the booth fee. ### Jury details The AASAF jury process is highly selective, utilizing in-person media panels. Jury sessions are held for specific media categories and scored based on originality, technique, craftsmanship, and design. Scores range from 1 (low) to 7 (high), with invitations extended based on highest scores, followed by waitlist positions. On-site scoring is completed by the Jury Advisory Board, in addition to Peer Jurors. ## Eligibility & Requirements - **Disciplines:** 2d mixed media, 3d mixed media, ceramics, digital art, drawing, fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, metal, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, wood - **Note:** Work must be original, one-of-a-kind, and handcrafted by the artist. Artwork generated in part or in whole by Artificial Intelligence is strictly prohibited. Artists must be present with their work for the entirety of the Fair; if the work is collaborative, all collaborators must be present. ### Additional Requirements - 4 images of artwork - 1 booth image (must be an accurate representation of the artist's display) - Non-refundable application fee ## Compensation & Benefits $12,000 in Jury Excellence Awards (12 x $1,000) plus $5,000-$10,000 in Purchase Awards awarded annually. **Includes:** Prize Jury Awards: $12,000 total - 12 Excellence Awards of $1,000 each. Purchase Awards: a total of $5,000 to $10,000 awarded annually in individual purchase awards. ## Timeline - **Opens:** October 31, 2026 - **Deadline:** February 15, 2027 - **Program Start:** July 15, 2027 - **Program End:** July 17, 2027 ## How to Apply Apply at: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=15097