2026 Art in the Park - Saturday 07/11/2026

Description

Thank you for your interest in participating in Art in the Park on Saturday, July 11, 2026. 

Art in the Park 2026

Join us for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience at Monticello's Art in the Park, where creativity comes to life along the beautiful banks of the Mississippi River. This juried art and craft fair features talented vendors showcasing unique, hand-crafted treasures you won't find anywhere else. From stunning artwork and home decor to jewelry and gifts, there's something for everyone to discover.

While you shop, enjoy the flavors of our Taste of Monticello, happening alongside the event. Sample delicious bites from local eateries and savor the vibrant community atmosphere.

Don't miss this opportunity to support local artists, enjoy great food, and spend a perfect summer day by the river. Mark your calendar for July 11, 2026 and experience the charm of Art in the Park!

Fees & Admission: Art in the Park Vendor Show

Booth Costs & Sizes

• Standard Booth Sizes:
  • 10' x 12' Booth: $125 ($100 with Early Bird Discount before Feb 14th)
  • 12' x 20' Double Booth: $250 ($200 with Early Bird Discount before Feb 14th)

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: All applications must be postmarked by July 1, 2026, to be considered for acceptance. Applications postmarked after this date will incur a $40 late fee.
• Cancellation Policy: Full refunds are available for cancellations made by June 13, 2026. Cancellations after this date are non-refundable.
• Final Deadline: No applications will be accepted after July 7, 2026, NO EXCEPTIONS.

Vendor Requirements

• Vendors must provide their own tables, chairs, and tents.
• Tents must be weighted (no stakes allowed).
• Driving in the park is strictly prohibited.
• Electricity and generators are not available.

Juried Arts & Crafts Show – 

Accepted work must be:

• Original

• Handmade or artist-designed

• Produced or significantly transformed by the artist

• Not mass-produced, commercially manufactured, or resold

The artist applying must be the primary creator, not simply an assembler, printer-for-hire, or reseller.

General Jury Guidelines (All Mediums)

✔ ACCEPTABLE

• Artist designs and creates the work

• Artist controls the materials, process, and final outcome

• Minor tools or equipment are used to assist, not replace, craftsmanship

• Work shows originality, artistic intent, and individual skill

• Limited production is acceptable if created by the artist

✖ NOT ACCEPTABLE

• Buy-sell or resale items

• Commercial kits or templates with minimal modification

• Factory-produced components that dominate the finished piece

• Items purchased wholesale and altered superficially

• Work produced primarily by automated machines without artistic intervention
   

  PLEASE NOTE - 3D-Printed Work MAY be accepted only if ALL criteria are met:

• Original Design

  • The exhibitor must have personally designed the digital file

  • Files downloaded, purchased, or shared from online libraries (e.g., Thingiverse, Etsy STL files) are not allowed

• Artist Control of Process

  • The artist operates the printer themselves

  • The artist determines materials, settings, scale, and structure

  • Printing services or third-party production is not permitted

• Substantial Artistic Modification
  At least ONE of the following must apply:

  • Hand finishing (sanding, shaping, painting, staining)

  • Assembly into a larger original artwork

  • Integration with other handcrafted elements (wood, metal, textiles, etc.)

  • Functional or sculptural transformation beyond raw print

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  3D-Printed Work is NOT ACCEPTABLE if:

• Items are printed and sold “as-is” with no modification

• Designs are not original to the artist

• Products resemble mass-market items, fidget toys, or novelty trinkets

• Production volume suggests commercial manufacturing

• The printer is doing the “art,” not the artist

• Artistic Intent

  • The final piece reflects creative expression—not novelty gadgets, toys, or mass-market décor

  • Items should align with the spirit of an arts & crafts show, not a tech expo