St. James Court Art Show 2026 - 1300 Association

The St. James Court Art Show, now in its 70th year, is a juried fine‑arts and contemporary crafts exhibition featuring over 600 artists across the historic Old Louisville neighborhood. The 1300 Association manages one entrance section of the show, offering artists convenient drive‑up check‑in and, for many, parking directly behind their booths. Applicants must be artists (emerging artists are welcome) and may submit up to five applications, each limited to a single medium. All work must be designed and executed by the applying artist; commercial, kit‑based, or mass‑produced items are prohibited. The application fee is $35, and booth fees range from $625 to $675 depending on location. Selected exhibitors receive booth space (approximately 12 × 10 ft), coffee and donuts each morning, volunteer assistance, and the opportunity to compete for cash prize awards. Artists are required to be present and keep their booths open for the full three‑day event (October 2‑4, 2026) and must provide their own tents and displays. The show runs annually, with the current application deadline of July 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. This call is recurring each year, with the next edition opening in early 2026.