First Fridays - Artist & Maker Application

First Fridays 2025 Season Applications are closed due to an overwhelming response! Thank you to all that applied! 2026 Season applications will open in March.  

When: First Fridays (April - October)
Where: 19th & Baltimore (Next to The Bird Comedy Theatre)

Official Market Hours: 5–9 p.m.*
Load-in: 3:30–4:45 p.m.
Load-out: 9–10 p.m.
*To honor First Friday tradition—Alley & Sidewalk Vendors ONLY may set up anytime between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at their discretion (shopper traffic picks up around 5 p.m.)

*Street closures go up around 3:00 p.m., just before our official load-in window begins at 3:30 p.m. Vendors will not be able to drive onto 19th Street once the closures are in place. Canopy vendors on 19th Street must set-up between 3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Booth Fees:

• Reserved Canopy Space: 10x10ft Canopy Spot – $50/date + 7.6% processing fee
• Reserved Alley Space: 6ft Table Spot – $25/date + 7.6% processing fee
• Day-Of Entries: 6ft Table Spot – $35/date (no pre-application required | spaces are first-come, first-serve)**

Application open to handcrafted artisans, fine artists & art-related services (henna, face/body painters, caricature artists, etc.).
ALL applicants must live within 50 miles of Kansas City to support local creatives.

Booth Details:

• 10x10' Reserved Canopy Spaces:
  Curated due to limited space—vendors selected based on professionalism, experience, booth presentation, quality, and product/service type.
  Vendors must provide their own 10x10' canopy, 20–30lb weights per leg, chairs, tables, tablecloths, displays.
  
  

• Reserved Alley Spaces:
  Open to ALL handcrafted vendors! Novice vendors welcome & encouraged :)
  Vendors must bring their own table, chairs, tablecloths, displays.
  For spacing and traffic flow 8x8' & 10x10' canopies are NOT allowed in alleys & on sidewalks, unless weather calls for rain. 
  Spaces are 10ft wide x 6ft deep

Please carefully complete this application, selecting all dates you'd like to RESERVE.
Once approved, your card on file will be charged in full to secure your space(s) for the season.

If applying month-to-month,—log in anytime to edit and add dates (await re-approval, card charged upon approval). Please message us to notify that you have made changes to your application. We make monthly vendor selections by the 14th of the month. 

All approved vendors receive booth number, QR check-in code & vendor instructions upon approval.

**First Friday Tradition & Day-Of Entry Option:
To ensure inclusion of vendors with limited access to tech, digital funds, scheduling uncertainty OR if all RESERVED spaces are full —Day-Of entry is available for limited Alley/Sidewalk Spots.

• No pre-registration required. Simply show up, and find a spot indicated in YELLOW on the event map. 
• $35 booth fee collected by AGKC staff day-of (cash/card accepted).
• Spots are first-come, first-serve. Vendors may set-up anytime between 10am-5pm.
• Spaces fit an 8ft or smaller table and chairs. Must bring own table, chairs, displays etc. 
  Please share this memo with artist friends who may lack internet access, etc.

Additional Notes:

• ALL Vendors: We strongly recommend a cart, wagon, or friends to help transport supplies.
  No designated parking or loading dock. Public parking only, at your discretion.
  
  

• Special Requests:
  Want a specific booth # or to be near a friend?
  Indicate in Special Request section—no guarantees, but we’ll try!
  Applicants that apply in advance for multiple dates are more likely to be accommodated.
  
  

• Live Art encouraged!
  Shoppers LOVE engaging with artists creating live—feel free to paint or create on-site!
  
  

Important:
Art Garden KC applications are hosted via Eventeny.com ONLY—never a fee to apply.
Beware of social media scams/imposters.
For questions AFTER reviewing the attached Rules & Regulations (Related Files section), email: hello@artgardenkc.org or message us through this platform.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

• Credit/debit card info is required to apply; charges are only made if your application is approved.
• Cancellations must be emailed (hello@artgardenkc.org) or sent via Eventeny at least 14 days before your scheduled date to receive a full refund.
• Vendors must stay from open to close; notify on-site AGKC staff in emergencies.
• Event is rain or shine. No refunds for cancellations due to severe weather or external factors.

Product Limitations

• Open to handcrafted artisans, fine artists, and art-related services (henna, face/body painters, caricature artists, etc.).
• Applicants must live within 50 miles of Kansas City.
• Art depicting nudity must be tasteful with artistic merit; explicit sexual acts are not allowed. Questionable items may be removed.
• No unaltered trademarked, logo’d, or licensed images/products. Alterations must distinguish designs from originals.
• No manufactured or resell items.
• No alcohol sales.
• Baked goods or shelf-stable food vendors must list ingredients and post signage noting preparation in a non-commercial kitchen.

Property Damage

Art Garden Kansas City LLC, Crossroads Community Association, and their affiliates are not liable for loss or damage to property.
Vendors are responsible for their own liability insurance (not required).

By applying, you acknowledge reading, understanding, and agreeing to the full Rules & Regulations in the attached document. For questions or to request the document, email hello@artgardenkc.org.

Thank you for helping us meet Art Garden KC and venue guidelines while keeping events safe, organized, and family-friendly!