INFORMATION & REGULATIONS:
For Artists:
- 2017 Base Booth Fees for Accepted Artists:
Single (10ft x 10ft): $235 Double (10ft x 20ft): $440
Front Overflow: 2FT x 10FT: $20 2FT x 20FT: $40
Back of Tent Storage: No charge where available
- TENTS AND DISPLAYS:
Artists must supply all materials needed for their display. We request that all exhibitors use a well-built or commercial grade tent, EZ Up or better. All displays must be designed to fit in the purchased booth space.
NO spikes are allowed. A fine of $100 per day will be levied after 1st Warning. Use heavy weights or water weights to secure your tent. Be prepared for sunshine, rain, and possible gusty winds.
- BOOTH REQUESTS:
The Whitefish Parks Department has plans to improve Depot Park including a Gazebo for visitors to relax and enjoy. Due to construction/renovation, Depot Park will be laid out differently in 2017. As soon as we have the details from the Whitefish Parks Department, a map will be provided to Accepted Artists for booth requests. A select group of “Premium” single and double booths will be available for an additional fee. Booth/Location requests will be considered in the order they are received, “Premium” spaces to be determined first.
- BOOTH SETUP:
Begins Thursday, July 6th, as soon as Whitefish Arts Festival Staff is set up and ready for check-in. We will notify artists by email as soon as the park is available for setup. Approximately 10am-8pm on Thursday and continues Friday, July 7th from 7:30-9:30am.
- SECURITY:
Professional overnight security will be provided Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. The Whitefish Arts Festival and/or Whitefish Christian Academy are not responsible for any theft, loss, or damage to artwork or booths at the show.
- PETS:
Please remember that pets are required to be on a leash and must be under their owner’s control at all times. Dogs are not permitted in eating areas. You will be held liable for all damages caused by your pet and ‘chatty’ dogs will be removed. Owners are responsible for immediate pet clean up.
- PARKING:
Remember, we must save room for our customers!
Artists agree not to park within the restricted parking areas of the festival without written approval from festival organizers. Violators will not be invited back to the Whitefish Arts Festival.
- ELECTRICITY:
The City of Whitefish has introduced a new policy and will charge for electricity use. Artists requesting 110V electricity will be grouped and there will be a $15.00 per booth fee.
- MISCELLANEOUS:
The Artisan Food category applies to exhibitors who offer specialty food offerings like bakery items, jams, and artisan specialties. No in-booth preparation allowed other than samples. Current MT Food License required with booth and product photos.
- CANCELLATION POLICY will be strictly enforced: View cancellation policy here
For hotel, campsite, or RV locations please contact the Whitefish Chamber of
Commerce at (406) 862-3501. Make reservations early!
No camping on city streets or empty parking lots. You will be towed!
WHITEFISH ARTS FESTIVAL INQUIRIES:
E-mail: director@whitefishartsfestival.org
Phone: Call Whitefish Christian Academy at (406) 862-5875, ask for Clark Berg/Lori Nugent