Artist Application

The Artist selection will be juried based on subject, overall quality, originality, and presentation. Exhibit space will be awarded to artists with the top scores by the selection committee. All original fine art is eligible. Submission of this form does not guarantee acceptance into the festival. Entry into previous shows does not guarantee entry into the 2026 art festival.

The attached application requires payment information be taken from each applicant. Your card will not be charged at the time of application. Payment will be processed automatically only upon acceptance into the festival. No refunds will be issued.

The festival director reserves the right to maintain a balanced show and ask that any inappropriate or ineligible work be removed.
 

ELIGIBLE WORK 

All original fine art is eligible, including but not limited to: printmaking, bookbinding, fiber art, painting, drawing, photography, and sculpture. All work must be original and created by the artist. Due to the timing and the broad group of people who attend this festival, it offers the perfect opportunity to highlight your exclusive art pieces, as well as offer a selection of lower price-point options to introduce your artistry to a new audience. 

The festival director reserves the right to ask that any inappropriate or ineligible work be removed.

DEADLINES

The submission form deadline is July 31, 2026. All applications must be filed through this online portal. Artists will be notified of acceptance or denial by August 7, 2026. Late application and payment will increase $10 on August 1, 20206. No applications will be accepted after August 31, 2026.

REGISTRATION FEES  

If accepted into the Greenway Art Festival, you will be autamatically charged for the booth selection made in your application. Payments will only be accepted electronically. Applicants will be informed via email if they are accepted or denied.

• 10‘ x 10’ booth space along trail: $50 per booth space plus tax. Mandatory: Artists must provide their own 10' x 10' canopy tent. Electricity not available
• 10‘ x 10’ booth space in covered pavilion: $65 per booth space plus tax. Electricity available (Note: Due to limited availability, Pavilion spaces will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis along with application and payment.)

Booth spaces will be pre-assigned. Multiple booths may be reserved. Exhibitors will be responsible for bringing their own tables, chairs, easels, and necessary display units; you must bring a canopy tent to shade your area. If you have special needs or concerns, please let us know and we will try our best to accommodate you. Booth assignments will be based on the date the application is received.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

• All rules and regulations of the Murfreesboro Greenway System and Old Fort Park apply. These rules are posted at each trailhead and are available online at www.murfreesborotn.gov.
• Artist check-in will be Saturday morning from 7:00 – 8:30 a.m. Exhibitors will drive to their site, unload, and move their vehicles to the designated parking area. All vehicles must be moved out of the exhibition area no later than 9:00 a.m. and may not return until 4:00 p.m. There is no check-in after 8:30 a.m.
• Exhibitors must participate in the entire event. The booth must be occupied by the artist or an artist representative during scheduled hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Exhibitors are responsible for the security of their own work. We assume no responsibility for any loss or damage to artwork or display materials from any cause whatsoever.
• No food or edible items may be sold or distributed by anyone other than designated food vendors.
• All applicants, upon signing and submission of the official registration form, consent to be bound by these regulations and will abide by them throughout the Greenway Art Festival.
• Any exhibitors who do not abide by the rules and regulations contained herein may be excused from the show.

CANCELLATIONS

We hope to have perfect fall weather, but if we are not so fortunate, and are met with heavy rains, we will switch to a virtual on-line festival that will be publicized for one week starting from the originally scheduled date and will not be reschedule or moved to an indoor location. Links will be sent to each participant and will be publicized on the City website murfreesborotn.gov and @CulturalArtsMurfreesboro social media sites.

SALES
Each exhibitor is responsible for their sales. Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department, and Cultural Arts Murfreesboro do not collect commissions on sales. Each exhibitor is responsible for Tennessee sales tax. If you have any questions, please contact Cultural Arts by emailing smayo@murfreesborotn.gov or shicks@murfreesborotn.gov with the subject line GAF 2026.
 

REFUNDS 

No refunds will be issued for any reason. All submissions will be included in the Interactive Festival Guide that is included in the price of the entry fee. This guide will also be used as the Virtual Greenway Art Festival in the event of cancellation.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Contact Cultural Arts Murfreesboro, by emailing Shayla Mayo at smayo@murfreesborotn.gov or Susan Hicks at shicks@murfreesborotn.gov with the subject line GAF 2026.