42nd Annual Members Holiday Fair Fine Craft Show

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Image Credit: Ceramics by Lisa Chambers

42nd ANNUAL MEMBERS' HOLIDAY FAIR FINE CRAFT SHOW

Event Dates: November 7 & 8, 2026 (10:00am to 4:00pm)Application Deadline: Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:00pm ETApplication Fee: $25.00 (Application fee is non-refundable)Notification to Artists: Wednesday, September 16, 2026Booth Fee (if accepted): $300.00Booth Fee Due Date: Friday, September 25, 2026Set-up: Friday, November 6, 2026 – 10:00am to 4:00pm
Eligibility: Artists must be current Rehoboth Art League members to apply. Membership must be current from the time of applying through the duration of the show.

Description: Over the years, the annual Holiday Fair Fine Craft Show has been a favorite event, bringing together select artisans to the Rehoboth Art League every first weekend in November. This year, the Holiday Fair will be held on November 7th and 8th. Last year, 1,500 people attended the event. It is a significant winter event for the Rehoboth Art League and is well-known for the high quality of its artisans. The event is held across the Rehoboth Art League’s Henlopen Acres campus in its historic buildings. Visitors enjoy a festive atmosphere and delight in seeing and purchasing beautiful handmade crafts. There is a $5 entry fee for patrons.
Submission/Jury ProcessEach application submission must consist of five images: four (4) of the artist's work and one (1) of their display. Photos must showcase work created within the past two (2) years. To exhibit more than one medium, an artist must complete separate applications for each. It is possible to be approved by the jury for one medium and not another. Any image missing from the required five (5) images may result in disqualification from the Holiday Fair Fine Craft Show application process. Only items resembling the images submitted as part of the application may be shown at the event. Submissions are evaluated by a blind jury. Do NOT submit booth images with identifying signage, photos of the artist or artist information.
NOTE: From time to time, based upon the security settings on your email account, emails from ArtCall may be filtered to your spam folder. You should receive an email confirmation with each submitted application and an email indicating the jurors’ decision. If you do not receive an email indicating the status of your submission on Wednesday, September 16, contact Kelly Wells via email at kelly@rehobothartleague.org.
Submission Images: Submission images must be less than 4MB each. After submitting your application you may log into your ArtCall account to delete, change, and/or edit your submissions until the application deadline on Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:00pm ET. Check out this instructional video to resize larger images using both Mac and Windows operating systems.
Booth SpaceThe Holiday Fair takes place inside four of the Rehoboth Art League’s Henlopen Acres buildings: The Corkran & Tubbs Galleries, the Paynter Studio, Chambers Studio, and the historic Homestead. The Rehoboth Art League cannot guarantee artists’ requests for a particular location. Only one exhibitor is permitted per booth space. Subletting is not permitted. Booth sizes and shapes vary due to each building’s unique architectural features and subsequently, there can be no guarantee of an exact shape or size. Most spaces are at least 6’ x 6.’ Please come prepared with a flexible setup to accommodate your allotted space.
DisplayArtists must supply their own display equipment and furniture. The Rehoboth Art League does not provide tables, racks, chairs, specialty lighting, or any other display materials. Based upon the building’s configuration, electrical outlets may not be accessible to booths. Under no circumstances are artists permitted to use the gallery walls or any RAL furniture for any type of display. Use of nails and other hardware are not permitted on any RAL gallery or studio wall.
Donation to RAL Education and Exhibitions FundraiserEach accepted artist is asked to donate an artwork of a minimum value of seventy-five dollars ($75) for the Rehoboth Art League’s Holiday Fair auction. The proceeds of this auction help support the Rehoboth Art League’s education and exhibitions programs.
Standards and MediaAll displayed works must be original and created by the exhibiting artist (either one-of-a-kind or in a limited edition from an original form) and made by hand using appropriate tools. Works manufactured commercially or through commercial kits are not allowed. In addition, imported works, kits, items from kits, items made using commercial patterns, items assembled from pre-manufactured components, items made with endangered species, embellished items, clothing, or arts and crafts supplies are not allowed. All displayed work must be for sale. Acceptable categories include basketry, ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, wood, paper, wax, furniture, soaps, and mixed media. Other media may be considered for those artists who have previously participated in this show.
PromotionThe Rehoboth Art League has budgeted for significant advertising, signage, and promotional materials. By agreeing to participate in this show, the artist consents to images of their works being used in educational materials, press releases, and other related publicity and advertising efforts.
Sales and PaymentsAll participating artists are required to process their own sales. The Rehoboth Art League does not provide payment support or wrapping materials.
Setup: Unloading/LoadingArtist set up is Friday, November 6, 2026 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Before setting up, all artists must check in at the Corkran Gallery where they will receive their booth location, parking pass and parking location, and an event packet. Artists may not arrive earlier than 10:00am to set up. Artist set up must be complete by 4:00pm on Friday, November 6. Booths are to remain in place through Sunday, November 8 at 4:00pm. Breakdown is Sunday, November 8 from 4:00 to 6:00pm. Artists must remove all artwork, trash, and debris from their site at the end of the event. The Rehoboth Art League assumes no responsibility for participating artists’ property.
Artist ParkingThe Rehoboth Art League is located in the residential community of Henlopen Acres. Artists will be given a parking location and pass upon checking in at the Corkran Gallery. Town officials strictly enforce the parking rules. Please be considerate of our neighbors who generously allow our artists to park at their homes.
Refund PolicyThe application fee of $25 is non-refundable. The Rehoboth Art League will issue a booth fee refund, less a $25 administrative fee, for cancellation requests received before 5:00pm on September 25, 2026. No refunds will be issued for cancellation requests after September 25, 2026. There is no inclement weather date for the Rehoboth Art League’s Holiday Fair. The Rehoboth Art League reserves the right to cancel the event in the case of extraordinarily severe weather or other unforeseen catastrophic events. If, by chance, such a situation occurs, the Rehoboth Art League will not issue any booth refunds.
InquiriesPlease contact Kelly Wells, Events & Outreach Manager at kelly@rehobothartleague.org or 302-227-8408 ext. 206.
BY APPLYING FOR THIS SHOW, YOU AGREE TO THE REHOBOTH ART LEAGUE'S TERMS AND CONDITIONS. USE THE MENU BAR AT THE TOP OF THIS APPLICATION TO REGISTER.