Festival Applications
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Gallery Artists
Our gallery artists feature high quality paintings, prints, drawings, photography, digital art, sculpture, and artisan works.
Applications open:
mid-February 2027
Applications close:
May 1, 2027
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Student Art
The Edmonds Art Festival Student Art Exhibit includes K-12 artwork that is juried through Open Class Registration. Open Class is juried by two professional artists selected by the directors of the EAF Student Art Exhibit.
Applications open:
March 2027
Applications close:
May 2027
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Food Vendors
Our Festival food booths feature traditional festival food, ethnic specialties, and healthy food choices. There is something for everyone!
Applications open:
January 2, 2027
Applications close:
April 1, 2027
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Performing Arts
Every year the Festival entertains visitors with a wide variety of music, dance, and theater performances.
Applications open:
January 15. 2027
Applications close:
March 15, 2027
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Edmonds Arts Plaza
The Edmonds Arts Plaza is a unique venue that located on the west end of the Festival grounds above the Edmonds Library, accessed from 7th Ave & Main Street . Here we showcase nearly 50 professional and emerging visual artists from the Edmonds area .
Applications open:
December 15, 2026
Applications close:
March 15, 2027
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Artist Booths
The Festival features more than 160 painters, sculptors, photographers, jewelers and other unique artisans on the grassy field east of the Frances Anderson Center.
Applications open:
late November 2026
Applications close:
late January 2027
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Operations Crew
The Edmonds Arts Festival Operations team will be hiring for the 2027 Festival!
We need individuals aged 16 and up willing and able to:
• Perform a little manual labor
• Work in a team environment
• Participate in an amazing community event
• Make some money
• Have a lot of fun
Duties include:
• Moving festival gear from storage to the Frances Anderson Center and back.
• Festival set up and tear down
• Routine cleaning of facilities and garbage patrols during the Festival weekend.
• Other duties as directed by the Operations Directors
Applications open:
June 2027
Leadership Roles
Are you passionate about community, creativity, and making memorable experiences? Now’s your chance to lead the way! We're looking for dedicated, energetic individuals to take on leadership roles for next year's Edmonds Arts Festival.
As a Festival leader, you'll help shape the event, inspire others, and bring ideas to life—all while gaining valuable experience and having a ton of fun. Whether you're a seasoned organizer or eager to try something new, your voice and vision can make a real difference.
Join us in creating something extraordinary—step up, lead, and be a driving force behind the celebration!