There are a number of ways to participate in the Prairie Arts Festival. More information is below.

Advertisements: With thousandes of patrons in attendance, an ad in the Prairie Arts Festival program is a great way to get your business noticed. Rates are reasonable, and an ad in the program gives you access to a select regional market. Download an ad form here. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information, contact the Special Events Coordinator.

Purchase Awards: Each year, dozens of individuals and local businesses pledge to buy artwork at the fest through a purchase award. Here's how it works:

• You pledge to spend a specific dollar amount with the artist(s) of your choice at the fest.
• You fill out the Purchase Award Form and return it to us by April 22nd, 2010.
• You attend the event and select your artwork from the 150 participating artists.
• You stop by the main office at the Prairie Center and we give you a cool purchase award certificate. You complete your transaction with the artist and give them the certificate. The artist gets an award, you get some great original artwork, and your name or the name of your business is displayed on that artist's booth for the remainder of the show. Win-win!

Participate as an Artist: Details and submission guidelines can be reviewed here. Download the 2010 artist application here.

Participate as a Food Vendor: See participation guidelines and download the application here.

If you have never applied for the fest and would like an application for next year, or if you would like additional information, please submit your request using the form below.