About the Call Full Details
The 57th Annual Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts invites artists to participate in one of the United States’ premier juried outdoor art exhibitions. Held at the Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park in Tampa, Florida, this long-standing event provides a professional platform for creators to showcase their work to an estimated 30,000 art enthusiasts and collectors.
Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years of age. All submissions must be original works created within the three years prior to the festival, signed by the artist, and available for purchase. The festival accommodates a wide range of artistic disciplines, including ceramics, digital art, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, watercolor, and sculpture.
Selected artists will be provided with booth space to exhibit their work during the two-day event. The selection process is conducted by a panel of four qualified jurors who evaluate applications to ensure a high standard of artistic excellence across the festival grounds.
Entry Fees
Application fee due at time of submission; selected artists are required to pay an exhibition (booth) fee by December 1, 2026.