Venue Participation Form, due August 21

ArtsFest draws thousands of people to New Rochelle every fall, letting them experience what’s great about living here with events at 50 venues representing the work of more than 250 visual and performing artists. 

It’s a weekend full of energy and engagement – and it offers a great opportunity for community outreach and exposure to new audiences. 

You can be part of the excitement by becoming an ArtsFest Venue. There is no charge to participate in ArtsFest as a venue, but we do need to hear from you by August 21st to be included in the official ArtsFest guide mailed directly to every residence in New Rochelle (33,500) and distributed through participating venues around lower Westchester.

To be part of ArtsFest: Please complete the form and return it ASAP to hello@newrochellearts.org

IMPORTANT: On the participation form please indicate which days and hours you will be open:  You are NOT required to be open on all four days to participate as an ArtsFest venue. This information will appear in the official ArtsFest calendar brochure that is mailed directly to all homes in New Rochelle and distributed throughout Westchester county.  Please attach photos if available — this will help us promote your event/site!

Sponsorship, due September 1

ArtsFest draws thousands of people to New Rochelle every fall, letting them experience what’s great about living here with events at 50 venues representing the work of more than 250 visual and performing artists. 

It’s a weekend full of energy and engagement – and it offers a great opportunity for community outreach and exposure to new audiences. 

Show your support for New Rochelle’s vibrant arts community by being an ArtsFest sponsor. To appear in print media the deadline for sponsors’ payments and logos to be received is September 1.  Checks should be made payable to NRCA and mailed to the New Rochelle Council on the Arts, 515 North Avenue, New Rochelle NY 10801. For your records the New Rochelle Council on the Arts is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization  (EIN # 13-2885299).

Makers Market Application, due September 20

The ArtsFest Makers Market will return Saturday, October 17th, 2026 on the grounds of the historic Thomas Paine Cottage, with live music, food trucks, and over 30 makers.

All makers must collect their own sales tax and are responsible for their assigned area (including tables and displays). If selected, there will be a $60 entry fee and event insurance is required. Each maker will have a 10×10 space. A tent is highly recommended.
Applications are due by September 12, 2026 at midnight. No exceptions. 
Makers will be notified by September 20.