Capital Kunst- und Handwerksfestival – Frühjahr 2027

The Capital Art and Craft Festival – Spring 2027 is a juried exhibition that showcases handmade art and craft works to a regional audience of collectors and enthusiasts. Hosted by Capital Art and Craft Festivals and produced by SPARGO, Inc., the event takes place at the New DTC Expo Center in Sterling, Virginia from April 2‑4, 2027, with a set‑up day on April 1. Artists submit applications through Zapplication, paying a $45 non‑refundable jury fee. The jury reviews submissions on a rolling basis after the initial invitation round, with a final application deadline of January 29, 2027. Accepted artists receive a booth (10' × 10', 10' × 15', or 10' × 20' with optional corner fees) and a range of amenities: on‑site staff assistance, 50 complimentary tickets for customers, personalized promotional postcards and digital flyers, printed artist directory, booth sitters, porter services for move‑in/out, discounted hotel rates, and free parking. Restrictions are strict: only hand‑made, original works are allowed; mass‑produced, kit‑based, buy‑sell, or pet‑related items are prohibited, and emerging artists are not accepted. No housing is provided, but travel support includes discounted hotel rates.

Exhibition booth space, on‑site staff, promotional postcards/flyers, artist directory, 50 complimentary customer tickets, porter services, discounted hotel rates, free parking.

Open to artists who hand‑make original art/craft; no mass‑produced, kit, buy‑sell, or pet‑related items; emerging artists not accepted.