cherry creek arts festival 2026
Join one of the nation’s most highly regarded art shows! CherryArts invites you to apply for the 2026 Cherry Creek Arts Festival and be among 250 exceptional exhibitors featured at this world-class celebration of art.
Each year, the festival welcomes 150,000+ visitors and offers artists an unparalleled experience, including:
Strong art sales potential (2025 Artist Survey reported an average of $17,470 per artist)
Consistently high national rankings
On-site artist amenities
A new jury panel each year for fresh perspective
The Cherry Creek Arts Festival is a well-established event with a loyal, art-savvy audience, many of whom are collectors. Don’t miss this opportunity to exhibit and sell your work at one of the country’s top shows!
CherryArts is a Denver-based nonprofit organization that believes access to art is for everyone and artists are essential. We are committed to supporting artists and arts education through year-round outreach programs and this iconic festival. With an estimated $4.5 million in annual art sales, the Cherry Creek Arts Festival continues to be a vital platform for artists’ success.
$5000 Grant Opportunity for the Emerging Artist
The Emerging Artist Program is designed for artists at the beginning of their careers with limited experience exhibiting or selling their work. The application process is the same as the general show; however, accepted Emerging Artists receive:
A reduced booth fee of $350
A provided tent
Workshops and artist mentoring
Support for lodging
The opportunity to showcase and sell their work at the 2026 Cherry Creek Arts Festival
In addition, CherryArts is proud to award $5,000 unrestricted grants to selected Emerging Artists to expand and enhance their creative practice. Funding may be used to support any aspect of their artistic career.