Canyon Fest Exhibiting Artist Information

Dear Artists & Craftsmen

We invite you to exhibit at the 15th Annual Canyon Fest, to be held on the Canyon Center grounds in Fort Payne, Alabama on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 10:00 am- 3:00 pm.

Emphasis of the Show

To have a well-balanced show of quality crafts and fine arts from across the region, exhibited and sold at artists’ booths, combined with the traditional fall festivities including tastes from local eateries & mountain music. Any profits or donations from the festival go toward Environmental Education and other community events such as this magnificent celebration of Art and Nature.

Acceptable Categories

Painting, drawing, sculpture, pottery, photography, needlecraft, jewelry, weaving, leather, metal crafts, wood, glass mixed media and other approved crafts will be accepted. All work must be original by the exhibiting artist. Hobby kits will not be accepted.

Festival Entry

Artists will be considered for entry by:

• Submitting 3 photos of the art to be exhibited, one of booth set-up, and one photo of the artist in their studio making their craft (First time participants only)
• Completing fully the artist entry form below by the deadline October 16th NLT October 21st. Paying the booth fee at the time of application (The booth fee is refunded if you are not accepted to the festival).
• Applications postmarked after October 16th must pay a higher fee (see booth fees below)

Booth Fee

• Single Booth – (Approximately 12 X 12) – Applications submitted by October 16 :$35
• Single Booth – (Approximately 12 X 12) – Applications submitted after October 16 :$40
• Double Booth - (Approximately 12 X 24) – Applications submitted by October 16 :$70
• Double Booth - (Approximately 12 X 24) – Applications submitted after October 16 :$80

Please no checks, electronic payments and forms only. The booth fee must be paid online through our secure payment link. Note: If you need assistance please call 256-845-7213 and we are happy to assist over the phone. 

Applications will not be accepted after October 21st, 2026

Commission & Taxes

No commission is charged on the sale of artwork. Taxes must be handled by the individual.

Set-up & Break-down

Set-up and check in for artists starts Friday, November 6th from noon until 6 p.m. and Saturday, November 7 from 7:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.  All artists are encouraged to set up Friday, November 7th between noon and 6 p.m. The Canyon Center is not responsible for any stolen or lost items even though all precautions will be taken to ensure the security of all items on the property.  All participants must remain set-up the entire festival. Participants who break down early or fail to leave their area as it was found will not be invited back to Canyon Fest.

Festival Favors

Each booth will receive (1) lunch voucher and a souvenir Canyon Fest poster

We look forward to partnering with you for a successful festival supporting Environmental Education.

For more information call the Canyon Center at 256-845-3548 or email canyoncenter@jsu.edu.