Application

May 15th - Art Crush- Vendor Application

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Deadline: Apr 01, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: May 15, 2026 7:00 pm - Nov 20, 2026 10:00 pm (EST)
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Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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$0.00 - $25.00

About the application

This application if for the May 15th ART CRUSH event held on Trade & 6th Street (500-700 blocks) in the Arts District of Winston-Salem in North Carolina. 

About the event

Starting this year, ART CRUSH will take place four times annually: May · July · September · November This refined schedule allows us to invest more deeply in each event while continuing to support arts and cultural activity throughout the city year-round. Join us for our lively event that showcases our local talent and supports our Arts District of Winston-Salem.
Arts District of Winston-Salem
Arts District of Winston-Salem
Arts District of Winston-Salem
Arts District of Winston-Salem

Terms & Conditions

BEFORE YOU APPLY, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Please review all of the information in this application before submitting. If you are selected to participate in this event, you will be charged a $25 booth fee ***Unless you have been selected for an emerging/need-based scholarship.

 

This application is for May ART CRUSH only. If you’d like to participate in other ART CRUSH months, please complete the separate form for the desired event.

 

EVENT DETAILS

  • Event time: 7–10 PM
  • You must stay for the full event. Please, do not pack-up early.
  • With load-in and break-down, plan to be there from 6 PM -10:30 PM.
    • Vendors will have 1 hour to set up.
    • All booths must be fully set up by 7 PM
       

SELECTION PROCESS

  • 40 vendors will be selected per event.
    • Vendors will be a mix of artists, creative projects, and creatively driven non-profits.
    • If you are selected, you will receive an acceptance email on Monday, April 6th. 
  • There is a non-refundable $25 fee to participate if selected. 
  • There are 5 need-based scholarships available per ART CRUSH even.
    • Please select the scholarship consideration at the bottom of the form. 
  • Vendor selections are based on specific criteria to create a well-rounded event, they do not reflect, in any way, your value or talent as an artist; ADWS is an equal-opportunity organization.

BOOTH INFORMATION

  • A 6-foot table will be provided for artists. 
  • Non-profits will need to bring their own tables.
  • Arists will be required to pickup their table (exceptions apply) 
    • Tables will be stacked outside of D.O.S.E on Trade Street. 
    • If you need assistance with a table, please select this option at the bottom of the form.
  • Bringing vendor tents and extra tables are acceptable

 

SALES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Vendors are responsible for collecting your own payments.
  • Vendors are responsible for charging and reporting sales tax (if required).


ADDITIONAL NOTES

  • Participants under 18 must have a legal guardian present if selected.
  • Vendor demonstrations are welcomed. Please do not use open flames.
  • Please read through the logistics email before you arrive.
  • Our event map is not to scale. 
  • You cannot park on Trade or 6th. Please read our logistics where parking options are listed. 
  • Chairs, lights, and electricity are not provided. Please, plan ahead.

Prices

Booth prices $0.00 - 25.00
Booth Fee
$25.00
Non-refundable Please note, if you are approved for an emerging artist or need-based scholarship. You will NOT be charged for your booth.

Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • Prefered Pronouns
  • Which art form(s) best defines what you do/what attendees will most likely see from you at ART CRUSH? (Select all that apply).
  • Choose the classification that best describes your status as an artist/art professional (check all that apply).
  • Artist Statement
  • Instagram Handle (@name or say n/a)
  • Facebook (full clickable link, please)
  • What best describes you? Please choose one.
  • What best describes your ethnicity? Please choose one.
  • What best describes you? Please choose one. ADWS is dedicated to being inclusive. This information helps us understand our current audience and future outreach initiatives.
  • If you answered "other" please put it in below:
  • If you answered "other" please put it in below:
  • If you chose "other", to ethnicity question, please specify.
  • If you chose "other", for the outreach initiatives question, please specify.
  • Would you like to be considered for a need-based scholarship through ADWS that covers your booth fee?

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 4
May 15th - Art Crush- Vendor Application
May 15th - Art Crush- Vendor Application
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