The Works Art Market
The Works Art Market is an outdoor marketplace presented as part of The Works Art & Design Festival, which serves over 150,000 visitors annually and celebrates original, hand-crafted art and design. Located in the heart of downtown at Churchill Square, the market brings together studio artists, designers, and art collectives to showcase and sell unique, high-quality work in a lively festival setting.
Dates & Hours
Festival Dates: June 20 – July 1, 2026 (12 days total).
The Works Art Market operates for the full duration of the festival, remaining open for all 12 days from 12:00 to 9:00 PM daily. Vendors are required to be open and staffed for all operating hours (rain or shine).
Vendor Requirements
Participation in The Works Art Market is open to studio artists, makers, and art collectives whose work is original and hand-crafted. All vendors must provide a representative to staff their booth at all times during market hours and must commit to remaining open for the full daily schedule for the duration of their participation. The festival reserves the right to determine eligibility and ensure all work aligns with the artistic standards of the market.
Art Collectives & Shared Booths
Groups of artists or collectives may apply together to share booth space and rotate artists and/or festival dates.
Vendor Support & On-Site Accommodations
The festival is committed to supporting participating artists by providing essential infrastructure and on-site assistance. Each approved vendor space includes a canopied 10’ x 10’ tent, one 8’ x 2’ table, two chairs, and access to one 110V electrical outlet. Volunteers may be available to provide short-term coverage for restroom and meal breaks, based on availability.
Security & Storage
On-site security will be present 24 hours a day throughout the festival. While security is provided, vendors are strongly encouraged to pack up and secure their merchandise at the end of each day. Limited overnight storage will be available for multi-day vendors returning the following day, provided items are packed neatly in stackable, clearly labeled totes. Space for storage is limited and subject to availability.
Booth Sizes & Availability
All standard booth spaces measure 10’ x 10’. A limited number of 10’ x 20’ spaces are available at double the listed rate.
Rates & Fees
*All rates are based on a 10’ x 10’ booth space. Upon acceptance, $300 damage deposit is required for all vendors, plus 50% of the booth fee, with the remaining balance due by April 29.
Daily Rate (available to studio artists only). Standard rates apply.
Monday-Thursday: $100
Friday- Sunday: $150
Canada Day: $250
Full Festival (12 days):
Standard: $1,000
Early Bird: $800
How to Apply
Applications are now open and must be submitted through an online application form. It's recommended that applicants complete the form on a laptop or desktop computer using the Google Chrome browser.
Deadlines
*Rates are based on the date the application is submitted.
Early Bird: February 20, 2026
Standard: March 15, 2026
Late Comer: April 15, 2026
Applicants will be notified on a rolling basis until April 24.
Questions?
If you experience any issues with the application or have additional questions, please email marketing@theworks.ab.ca.