Call Description

This juried event will feature 100 talented local artists showcasing unique handmade items for purchase including holiday décor, hand-blown glass, ceramics, jewelry, folk crafts, stationary, clothing, and more. The event will be located at the Great Park Palm Court and Hangar 244 on November 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Check out the 2024 Holiday Faire to get a feel for the event.

Event info:

• Exhibitor space is $150. All sales go to the exhibitor.
• Vendors can request indoor or outdoor booth placement.
• Booth spaces are 10 x 10 feet.
• Maximum of two pre-approved exhibitors per space for outdoor vendors.
• Only one pre-approved vendor per indoor space, unless approved by Irvine Fine Arts Center.
• Exhibitors who would like to share an outdoor space should submit a joint application.
• Exhibitors are required to bring their own canopies, tables, chairs, table covers, light fixtures, display items, and 75 lb. safety weights per canopy leg.
• Vendors must have the ability to physically move their items into their space with minimal to no assistance. Vendors are encouraged to have carts and/or dollies in good condition.
• City of Irvine reserves the right to refuse any items that are not appropriate for either event including products that include copyrighted artworks.

Application Requirements

To apply:

• Apply by August 31, 10:55 p.m. PDT.
• Image of a booth setup is required in all applications. Applications without a booth image will be returned to edit if time allows. Applications without a booth image past deadline will not be considered.
• A minimum of 8 images and a maximum 12 images of vendor’s handmade products are required in an application; one image of your booth setup required.
• All items for sale must be of original artwork produced by the exhibitor. No imports or mass-manufactured goods will be allowed. No copyrighted imagery will be considered.

By submitting this application, applicants agree to terms and conditions outlined in this prospectus. 

Jury notifications will be sent by September 9. Accepted applicants must submit the following by September 23 to secure placement in the event.

For invited vendors:

• Booth fee payable by credit card, cash, or check.  Please make checks for $151.00 payable to City of Irvine and mail to:
       Irvine Fine Arts Center
       Attn: Susie Munger
      14321 Yale Ave.
       Irvine CA 92604
• A nonrefundable convenience fee of $2.50 will be charged for credit transactions.
• A nonrefundable convenience fee of $1.00 will be charged for check transactions.
• City of Irvine Business License required of all vendors conducting business on City premises.
  • Non-Irvine residents can purchase a One-Day Special Event Business License for $27.00. Fee is to be paid separately by check made payable to City of Irvine and mailed to the Irvine Fine Arts Center. Do not add on an additional convenience fee for Business Licenses.
• California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Form: Download form CDTFA-410-D.

Questions? Contact:

Irvine Fine Arts Center Special Events at ArtEvents@cityofirvine.org, (949) 724-6880.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible vendors create their artworks, crafts, and unique offerings by hand. No mass produced items are allowed. No items with copyrighted imagery will be considered.