2024 Artist Information

Welcome fellow artists! Whether you are a first time artist or a returning artist, this is your information center for all things Fine and Art Fair related in Peoria! 

Browse this page to find information about how to apply for the Peoria Fine Art Fair, or what to expect as a participating artist. We have featured hundreds of artists throughout the past 62 years and are always humbled by the compliments given by our artists, sponsors, community, volunteers, local businesses and attendees. 

The unique opportunity to spread fine art to an appreciative audience is many thanks to your hard work, ingenuity and craftsmanship!

We THANK YOU for your participation!

 
 

Event Summary

62nd Annual Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair — September 28 -29, 2024

It's our 62nd year for bringing original art to Central Illinois and we want you to be a part of the celebration! As one of the oldest art organizations in the country, the Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair is nationally recognized for its organization, event marketing, and for putting artists' needs at the top of the priority list. We offer affordable hotel rates, convenient artist parking, coffee/rolls each morning, boxed lunches, snacks in the Artist Break Room, cold bottled water on demand, and 200+ volunteers to take care of any artist need.

Fine Art Fair Director: Shannon Cox


General Information

Booth fees

  • Regular booth $350

  • Corner booth $425

  • Double booth $800 (limit 5; first come, first served)

  • Electricity - $35 for the weekend

Mediums: Original works include — ceramics, digital art, drawings/pastels, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, 2D mixed media, 3D mixed media, metal, painting: oils & acrylics, painting: watercolor, photography, printmaking, sculpture, wearable fiber and wood. 


Sales Potential of Peoria

Peoria, Illinois, is home to world-class medical facilities, Caterpillar (Fortune 50 Company), numerous IT companies, 4 major Universities within 50 miles, boutique shopping, quaint restaurants/bars, sporting and entertainment venues, urban warehouse living, and an active arts community. It's big city amenities with Midwestern charm! See more of what Peoria has to offer below.


Location

Peoria Riverfront Festival Park
200 NE Water Street
Peoria, Illinois 61602


Fair Dates

September 28 - 29, 2024
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm (9am entry for Peoria Art Guild Members only)
Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm


Artist Awards

  • Best of Show: $3,000

  • 3 Awards of Excellence $1,000

  • All award winners are invited to return to the 2024 Fine Art Fair


Perks

  • Easy set-up and teardown/level and accessible

  • Convenient reserved free parking for artists

  • Affordable hotel accommodations near fair location

  • 500+ volunteers to help as needed

  • Artist-only break room and information center

  • Overnight security – both Friday and Saturday


Promotions

$20,000+ marketing campaign including social media, TV, radio, newspaper, digital and poster billboards.


Important Dates

Important Dates:
January 9, 2024: Applications open
June 2, 2024: Application deadline
June 17, 2024: Jury notification e-mailed
July 22, 2024: Deadline for payment of booth fees and acceptance forms
August 1, 2024: Last day for a booth fee refund (less $25 administrative fee)
August 31, 2024: Booth assignments emailed to accepted artists
 
On-Site Dates:
Friday, September 27, 2024:  Set up:  7 am - 4pm
Saturday, September 28, 2024:  Fine Art Fair: 10 am - 5 pm (NEW THIS YEAR- We are allowing our Peoria Art Guild Members only admission at 9am)
Sunday, September 29, 2024:  Fine Art Fair:  10 am - 4 pm
 



Fees

Application/Jury Fee: $35  ($10 discount for Peoria Art Guild Members)

Booth Fee: Regular space $350 / Corner space: $425 / Double Booth: $800 (limited 5)

Electricity: $35 for the weekend

  • Corners and Double Booths are limited and will be assigned based on payment dates.


Cancellation Policy:

Email us at fineartfair@peoriaartguild.org

Peoria Art Guild
Attn: Fine Art Fair
Peoria Art Guild
203 Harrison
Peoria, IL 61602

$25 administrative fee for all cancellations prior to August 1, 2023.
No refunds after August 1, 2023.

Payment: Application fees may be paid through Zapplication via PayPal, credit card or check. Please mail checks to: 

Peoria Art Guild
203 Harrison
Peoria, IL 61602


 

Director (Peoria Art Guild)

shannon cox

309-267-2056

fineartfair@peoriaartguild.org

Peoria art guild Gallery Administrator

Josie Mettes

309-637-2787

info@peoriaartguild.org