Art in the Arboretum 2026 Registration Form

Art in the Arboretum 2026

October 10th, & 11th (Rain date: October 31st and Nov 1st)
The fall splendor of the Arboretum gardens provides a perfect backdrop of breathtaking scenery for a beautiful Arts Festival in Wilmington, NC.

The Friends of the New Hanover County Arboretum and the New Hanover County Cooperative Extension present the 30th annual Art in the Arboretum. Proceeds support the Arboretum’s projects and programs to help keep these gardens one of the most beautiful gems in New Hanover County.
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http://www.artinthearboretum.org/
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Artist Statement
Artist’s Statement (200 characters) we recommend a statement that provides a balance between material/technique and inspiration.
Please select your first option for displaying in Art in the Arboretum 2026.
Please provide any additional information that may be needed by the jury committee in determining your location.
Ex. I do not have a tent and would need to be inside or under awning if accepted.
Please indicate if you are applying as an individual or if you are partnering with another artist in your booth. (please provide the other artist's name below)
Please attach 3 images:

(2) examples of Art and one (1) of your booth. *If you are a first-time booth applicant, please supply a photo of how you might display your art instead. Thank you
Art Example 1
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Art Example 2
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Short Description
Important Dates

Monday, June 1st
Registration opens for new & returning artists - artinthearboretum.org
Monday, August 17th
Preferred Deadline for artist registration and entry fee: $35 per Application (closes at Midnight)
Monday, August 31st
Late entry Deadline for artists registration and entry fee: $45 per Application (closes at Midnight)
Thursday Sept. 3rd
Jury Process by a 4-member committee panel
Tuesday, September 8th
Jury results e-mailed to all artists
Monday, September 21st
Booth Fees Due – All Booths are $175 – 10’x10’ tent required-outside, 5’ x 10” under-awning no tent-outside
Monday, September 28th
Booth Assignment packet e-mailed
Friday, October 9th
Artists' early Check-in and Set-up from Noon - 4 pm
Saturday, October 10th
Artists Check-in and Set-up 7 am – 9 am
Saturday, October 10th
10 am – 4 pm – Show & Sale.
Sunday, October 11th
10 am – 4 pm – Show & Sale - No Breakdown of Festival Art Booths should occur before 4:00 pm.
There will be two options for artists to check in and set up for booths. Friday, October 9, 2026, from noon to 4 pm, and Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 7 am - 9 am. Accepted artists will select from available time slots to drop off their work.

*Booths must be ready by 10 am on Saturday, October 10, and cars must be moved to the designated parking areas.

Once the festival ends on Sunday at 4 pm, we will start breaking down promptly at 4:05 pm. Only a limited number of vehicles will be allowed in the back circle at a time. Any Vendors using the front parking lot for load out may bring their cars there at 4 pm.
Please make sure you have reviewed the Prospectus on ArtintheArboretum.org and understand key topics and dates contained within. By submitting payment to the Art in the Arboretum you are agreeing to the terms and rules contained in the Prospectus.
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June 1, 2025 - August 11, 2025

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