Santa Barbara, California
ARTISAN INFORMATION
NEXT UP:
​July 11th & 12th, 2026 @ Alameda Park | 10am - 5pm
APPLICATION DEADLINE:​ May 1st, 2026
NOTIFICATIONS: May 5th @ 9am - May 15th
Already applied and wondering about your status?! Log into your artisan account and check your status anytime.
Jury / Application Fee:
$15 non-refundable fee due upon application covers the costs for our staff and jury to review applicants.
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Booth Fees: Due upon acceptance
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Half Booth - 10'x5' booth space: $215
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You can indicate a booth-mate preference in your application. All vendors must apply individually. If no preference is listed, Jackalope will assign a compatible artisan to share the space.
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Full Booth - 10'x10' booth space: $375
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Double Booth - 10'x20' booth space: $750
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On-site Prep Booth / Food Truck - 10% of total sales made payable at the end of the fair.
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$100 non-refundable deposit will be due upon contract signing (This deposit will count towards your 10% fee). ​
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​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.
REQUIRMENTS & FAQ
What types of artisans will be exhibiting?
We will be accepting handmade designs into the fair, including: visual art, fashion design, accessory design, bath and body care, home decor, housewares, food and more.
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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.
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How does your jury process work?
Our jury reviews applications and scores them based on quality, aesthetic, originality, branding, and sell-ability.
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Permit Requirements:
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CITY Requirements: All participants must obtain a City of Santa Barbara Tax Certificate prior to the event date.
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STATE Requirements: All artisans selling taxable items must have a temporary or permanent CA seller’s permit by the time you vend with us. See California Department of Tax and Fee website (CDTFA) for more information.
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Food Vendor Requirements: Vendors selling food products will be subject to a TFF Permit with the County of Santa Barbara. Jackalope Arts facilitates this TFF permitting process.
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Food trucks: Must already have an annual MFF within the County of Santa Barbara in order to be considered for the event.
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Insurance Requirements:
It is suggested that all participating vendors obtain general liability insurance prior to vending.
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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)
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Set up Details:
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All participating artisans MUST remain set up for the entire duration of the fair.
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Our fair is OUTSIDE on the grass of Alameda Park and is rain or shine.
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Load in: Artisans will load in from the side streets surrounding the park. Minimal driving into the park WILL be allowed in designated areas only.
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Each artisan is required to use a 10'x10' pop up tent for their space.
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Tent, Table and chair rentals are offered for an additional fee.
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Special requests for neighbors and location may be stated in your application.
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Overnight security will be onsite between event days, we do not recommend leaving your product overnight.
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There is NO electrical access at the park.
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What is your expected attendance?
We expect to see 5,000+ attendees over the course of the weekend.
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I'm traveling for the fair, where do you recommend I stay?
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Courtyard by Marriott SB Downtown: 1601 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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​La Quinta Inn & Suites: 1601 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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​Orange Tree Inn: 1920 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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​The Presidio: 1620 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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​ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel: 134 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
All under one mile from the park!​
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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. You can also login to your dashboard to check the status of an application.
Waitlist Applications: These applications will be notified only if a spot opens up for you.
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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 two weeks 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.
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