CALL FOR ENTRIES:
February 4, 2026 – March 31, 2026.

Thank you for your interest in applying to participate in the 2026 PSAC Festival of the Arts Show & Sale. The PSAC is excited to celebrate its annual event, presenting fine art makers from around the country. Last year, we welcomed over 1,000 visitors.

2026 FESTIVAL DATES and LOCATION:

Friday Preview, June 5, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday, June 6, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday, June 7, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tennyson Sculpture Garden
475 Lewis Street, Downtown Pagosa Springs, CO

ELIGIBILITY:

THIS IS A JURIED SHOW! We are limited to 35 exhibitors.  One artist per 10×10 booth (unless approved collaboration on work).  All work must be original and for sale, executed by the exhibitor(s) present at the festival.  All work displayed must be as depicted in the images submitted for jury. (NOTE: Work submitted for the jury process needs to be representative of your own work.  If accepted, you may bring new work for the show.)

SUBMISSION FEE:

A NON-REFUNDABLE submission fee of $25.00 is due at the time of submission. NO SUBMITTED ARTWORK WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT SUBMISSION FEE PAYMENT. Jurors will be selected by the Pagosa Springs Arts Council board, based on their experience and knowledge of Fine Art.

NOTE: There are NO REFUNDS, even if your type of art is not considered. You must Submit for Review before the deadline of March 31, 2026. There are NO REFUNDS, EXTENSIONS, or EXCEPTIONS.

PRIZES:

Exhibit winners are chosen by public vote.
Best of Show: $250.00
First Place: $150.00
Second Place: $100.00
Honorable Mention: $ 50.00

BOOTH FEE:

Artists whose artwork has been juried and chosen to participate in the festival will be sent detailed instructions and request for a 10’ x10’ booth fee payment of $175.

SUBMIT FOR REVIEW and PAYMENT:

Before March 31, 2026, complete the SUBMISSION FORM below and upload 3 to 5 images of your work. Title your images using your first initial, last name, and number, (i.e., B.Smith.1.jpg, B.Smith.2.jpg, etc.).

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    Choose 3 to 5 images of your art that best represents the work you would show at the festival. Our jury will use these images to determine an acceptance.
    There are NO REFUNDS, even if your type of art is not considered. You must Submit for Review before the deadline of March 31, 2026. There are NO REFUNDS, EXTENSIONS, or EXCEPTIONS.

    The Festival of Arts is sponsored by the Pagosa Springs Art Council (PSAC), a 501C organization whose mission is to promote the arts in Pagosa Springs, and it benefits local businesses and artists. Please save the date – we’d love to have your support.