Artist Info:
2023 Grand Marais Arts Festival
The Grand Marais Arts Festival is a juried fine arts festival and a microcosm of the Midwest arts scene. The event is known for its high-quality exhibitors, the scenic location on the North Shore of Lake Superior, a strong art-buying crowd, and its exceptional support amenities for festival artists.
Quick Facts:
- Average attendance: 10,000+
- Average booth sales: $3,100
Amenities and Unique Features of the Grand Marais Arts Festival
- Artist Support | The Art Colony provides application support and a small number of photo shoots to develop your portfolio and strengthen your application
- Overnight Security is provided
- Exceptional Volunteers | provide short booth breaks and other support
- Community Support | Local businesses support the event and its promotion
- Exposure | Marketing campaigns for the Arts Festival annually reaches over 2 million people
2023 Artist Application Timeline
- Application opens: Mid-January, 2023
- Application deadline: February 28, 2023
- Invitations Issued: March 16, 2023
- Festival dates: July 8 – 9, 2023
