WHEN WILL I FIND OUT IF I GOT INTO AN UPCOMING FAIR?

Notification dates for each city are listing in the right hand panel of your artisan dashboard (desktop) or the yellow section under each city button (mobile). You can also see more specific city info on each city page: ARVADA | BURBANK | OLD PASADENA | PASADENA ARTWALK | SAN DIEGO | SANTA BARBARA

HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE WAITLIST?

You can apply for our waitlist below for any fairs that have already closed applications. NOTE: Waitlist applicants are only notified if/when we have a spot open up for you. We base our waitlist decisions on category of work in order to ensure that your work wouldn't be too close to a fellow artisan with a similar style.

WHERE DO I FIND INFORMATION ON THE UPCOMING FAIR I'M A PART OF?

Login to your artisan account. On the artisan dashboard homepage, click the button of the city that you're joining us for and all of our event logistics will be shown.

Arvada, Colorado

ARTISAN INFORMATION

NEXT UP:

Olde Town Arvada: October 2027

DEADLINE:

Fall 2027 | TBA

NOTIFICATIONS:

Fall 2027 | TBA
Waitlist | We will only reach out if a spot opens up for you

APPLICATION FEE:

$15 non-refundable fee due upon application covers the costs for our staff and jury to review applicants.

BOOTH FEES:

Half Booth - $200 (Either shares a 10'x10' with another vendor, or is an independent 10' wide x 5' deep space).
Upon your application, you may state a preference on a booth-mate. Each prospective vendor must submit applications individually. If you do not have a booth-mate preference, Jackalope Arts will place you with a complimentary vendor to share your space.
Full Booth - 10'x10' booth space: $300
Double Booth - 10'x20' booth space: $600
On-site Prep Booth / Food Truck - 10% of total sales made payable at the end of the fair.
$100 deposit will be due upon contract signing (This deposit will count towards your 10% fee and is the minimum amount due).
Chalk Artists: no fee to participate + $100 stipend

PERMITTING:

All artisans must have a temporary or permanent retailer's license for the state of Colorado by the time you vend with us. More details below
Food Vendor Permit: Jackalope will assist in ensuring that you are compatible with city health regulations.

We're currently looking for artists, activities, chalk artists, food trucks, and more to join us.

*Chalk Artists, apply as an activity

Refunds:

Refunds will be considered until 3 weeks prior to the event. If you need to cancel you attendance within 3 weeks of the fair, no refunds will be made. Fees will not be refunded due to poor weather conditions.

REQUIREMENTS & FAQ:

What types of artisans will be exhibiting?
We accept handmade designs into the fair, including: visual art, fashion design, accessory design, bath and body care, home decor, housewares, food, and more.

No AI, vintage, or resale items will be permitted.
We are looking to feature original designs and handmade goods made by the artisan who will be showcasing during the event. Manufactured goods are permitted as long as they are your original concept.

How does your jury process work?
Our jury reviews applications and scores them based on quality, aesthetic, originality, branding, and sell-ability.

Permit Requirements:

All vendors must have a temporary or permanent retailer's license for the state of Colorado by the time you vend with us. In addition, all vendors must fill out a special event application for the City of Arvada and return form upon completion of the event with any sales tax collected. Colorado law states that you must have a retailer's license in order to make sales. You are considered a retailer if you are selling any tangible items to customers.
State of Colorado Tax Information: INFO HERE
City of Arvada Tax Event Application:
The City of Arvada is a home rule city so the local sales tax rate of 3.46% needs to be remitted directly back. Upon acceptance, a form will be provided for you to return within 30 days of the event.
Food Vendor Info:
Any retail operation that stores, prepares, packages or provides food for sale for human consumption to consumers directly or through a delivery service is subject to rules designated by the Department of Environmental Health’s Rules Governing Food Establishments. Cottage food vendors must be compliant with Colorado Cottage Foods Act regulations.
COLORADO COTTAGE FOODS REQUIREMENTS

Insurance Requirements:
It is suggested that all participating vendors obtain general liability insurance prior to vending.

Here is a great resource for affordable insurance: ACT INSURANCE (use discount code jackalope5 for a one time show discount and jackalope for an annual discount)

Set up Details:

All participating artisans MUST remain set up for the entire duration of the fair.
Our fair is OUTDOORS. We will have security overnight. However, we do suggest you pack up your product between show days, display materials can be left up overnight.
Each artisan is given a blank slate to work with, no equipment or display materials will be provided. Tents are required for all spaces, except for the individual Half booths that are 10' deep x 5' wide (feel free to bring a smaller tent or standing umbrella).
Artisan spaces are either on the street or on concrete- tent weights are required, NO STAKING.
Electricity is NOT available.
Special requests for neighbors and location may be stated in your application.

What is your expected attendance?

We expect to see 4,000+ attendees over the course of the weekend.

Where is the exact location of the event?

This OUTDOOR fair will take place within Olde Town Square (5738 Olde Wadsworth Blvd), along Olde Wadsworth Ave (from Grant to Grandview), along 57th Street (from Yukon to Webster), & Grandview Ave (from Olde Wadsworth to Webster).

I'm traveling for the fair, where do you recommend I stay?

Hilton Garden Inn Arvada: 5455 Olde Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada, CO 80002
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wheat Ridge-Denver West: 10101 W 48th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

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CHALK ARTISTS:

WHAT: The event will host chalk artists amidst the 100+ handmade artisan booths making up the festival.

WHERE: The festival runs within Olde Town Square, Olde Wadsworth, Grandview and 57th Avenue. Chalk Artists will be setup along 57th Avenue between Yukon and Webster.

THEME: Artists will create pieces inspired by Halloween! It can be a favorite movie, costume, activity etc.

ARTIST DETAILS: A $100 stipend per selected artist will be awarded upon completion. Artists must provide their own materials within an allocated 7x7 footprint. Artists must use chalk pastels to better wash away with natural elements.

Pieces must be completed by 3pm Sunday for guests to enjoy and cast their vote for Crowd Favorite. Prize will be awarded for Crowd Favorite.

APPLY: Select "activity/service" as your application type when applying to join us!

ACCEPTANCE POLICIES

When will I know if I am accepted?

You will be notified via email regarding your fair application. Please mark vendors@jackalopeartfair.com in your safe sender list. Gmail users: check your "promotional folder" as well as your spam folder for filtered messages from us.

Waitlist Applications: These applications will be notified only if a spot opens up for you.

How do I submit my booth payment?

Booth fees are not due until you are officially accepted into the fair. You can make payment by credit card or check at that time.

After you've been selected, you will have approximately one week to return a signed copy of our Artisan Agreement, along with your Booth Payment to hold your space in the fair. If either of these is not received within that timeframe, your space will be forfeited.

ARTISANS:
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