Exhibitor Information
Since 1957, Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival has been recognized as a fine art and craft show of high quality original artwork, drawing well-educated buyers from affluent neighborhoods of Marin County and the greater San Francisco Bay Area. The Festival provides an exceptional opportunity for the sale of unique, creative and high-end work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are important artist dates and deadlines?
- Accept applications open - 2/15/25
- Early bird app deadline - 4/15/25 - app fee goes up $10
- Final Application Deadline - 5/15/25
- Jury Starts - 5/17/25
- Jury Ends - 5/21/25
- Artists Notified if Invited, Waitlisted, or Not Invited - 5/30/25-6/10/25
- Booth spaces go on sale - 6/12/25
- Purchase deadline - 6/26/25 (waitlisted artists will get contacted after this date)
- Artist Participant Packets with Space number and set-up info go out - Mid August
What products don't you consider for the festival?
We are a fine arts and crafts event and do not accept commercial manufacturers, plants/ flowers, edible art, skin care products etc.
Who are the jurors?
The jury committee selects 5 - 6 new jurors each year. Jurors are qualified artists, gallerists or collectors
If I am on the waitlist, when will I know if I will be invited? How many wait-listed artists generally get in?
Waitlisted artist must wait until after the accept and pay deadline of 6/26/25 to inquire as to their status. Each year at least 20 wait listed artist are invited to the show. If you are able to come at short noticed that increases your chance of getting in.
What constitutes a "premium space"?
These very limied spots are drive-in and relatively level.
What are the booth space sizes and fees?
SPACE TYPE, SIZE, & FEE:
Premium 10x10 $860.00
Premium Oversized 10x15 $1,085.00
Premium 10x8 $810.00
Premium long and narrow 12x5 $710.00
Premium 8x8 $685.00
Primary Path 10x10 $635.00
Primary Path Oversized Triangle $885.00
Primary Path Oversized 10x15 $885.00
Primary Path 10x8 $560.00
Primary Path, long and narrow 12x5 $535.00
Primary Path 8x8 $510.00
Standard Path 10x10 $510.00
Standard Path 10x8 $490.00
Standard Path 8x8 $445.00
Sloped up Oversized 10x15 $400.00
Sloped up 10x10 $385.00
Sloped down long and narrow 12x5 $410.00
If I do not get a drive up space, how do I access my booth?
Most artist must load in with dollies from the street.
Do you have any volunteers that can help with load in?
Yes. We have a limited number of volunteers on first come first assigned basis.
Do exhibitors need a CA sellers permit?
Yes. To obtain a temporary permit: contact 800-400-7115. or http://www.cdtfa.ca.gov/
What does my booth space fee include?
It includes just the space. You must provide any covering or structure. We do offer chair, table and canopy rentals. The rental from will go out with your booth assignment in August.
Does the festival provide electricity?
We do not. No gas generators are allowed in the park. Battery operated power is fine.
Does the artist need to be present at the festival or can they send a representative?
We require the artist to be at the festival for both days
I have a large trailer or RV. Where is the closest place to park and stay?
Golden Gate Trailer Park in Corte Madera http://www.goldengatetrailerpark.com/
Is parking provided to artists during the festival?
Yes, artists have designated parking near the park.
