Artist Information
The Chardon Square Association is proud to present the 45th Annual Chardon Square Arts Festival.
This juried festival of over 100 artists, both local and from across the country, is a fine arts and craft show that draws over 5,000 patrons to the beautiful park in the middle of the historic Chardon Square. The park setting provides green grass and shade from the trees scattered throughout the park. The park is surrounded by shops and restaurants which are open throughout the day of the show.
Show Dates and Hours
Sunday, August 2, 2026
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Please complete the online registration process below before Friday, May 1, 2026.
Judging
Entries will be judged by a jury committee. You must submit images of your work and booth set-up for consideration. Your uploaded images must be representative of all work that you plan to offer for sale at the show. After you have been accepted, you will be contacted by email to submit your $125 entry fee to reserve your booth. Acceptance results will be
announced the week of May 2, 2026 or sooner.
Eligibility
All work must be original and the work of the exhibitor. Molds, craft kits, etc. from commercially produced products will not be accepted. No buy/sell work items will be permitted. Only one category per booth is allowed. No space may be sublet. Artists must be present with their work for the duration of the show. No early breakdown is permitted.
Spaces
A space of approximately 12’x12’ will be assigned and reserved for exhibiting artists. Exhibitors must supply their own 10’x10’ tent and booth furnishings and are responsible for maintaining and cleaning up their area after the show. Electrical is only available in a few spots, and placement will be the decision of the Chardon Square Arts Festival Committee.
Security
You may set up your booth on Saturday, August 1, 2026 after 5:00 pm, however, if you leave artwork overnight, you do at your own risk, as security is not provided.
Rules and Regulations
All vendors are required to have a vendor’s license according to the State of Ohio. A vendor’s license can be obtained at the Ohio Department of Taxation website. Sales Tax in Geauga County is 6.75%.
Artists MUST park in designated artist parking locations. Locations will be provided when you check in. Free coffee and donuts will be provided in the Heritage House. Booth sitters will be available.
We kindly ask that you donate a piece of your artwork to the Chardon Square Association raffle table, located at the Heritage House where you will check in. The monies raised from this raffle help us defray the cost of the show and support the CSA in our efforts to enhance and promote the historic square.
If you have any questions, please contact us at artsfestival@chardonsquareassociation.org before submitting your application.