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Fine crafters juried into the festival will be located in the Fine Crafts Village on the west side of the festival. Returning folk artists may select a location preference on the application. Our goal is to present a well-rounded show, but there is no predetermined number or percentage of spaces established for any category. Items in the Fine Crafts category may include but are not limited to:
Fine artists juried into the festival will be located in the Fine Arts Village on the east side of the festival. Returning artists may select a location preference on the application. Returning artists may select a location preference on the application. Our goal is to present a well-rounded show, but there is no predetermined number or percentage of spaces established for any category. Trails West!®️ welcomes all genres and subject matter of artistic expression. While the festival's ambiance is historic, the art does NOT need to represent our history. All subject matter is welcomed and encouraged. We reserve the right to determine what art is as it applies to this event and to make final judgment of all entries.
Trails West!®️ is an outdoor arts festival celebrating the unique cultural heritage of St. Joseph, MO. Now in its 21st year, the festival features fine arts, folk arts, fine crafts, and performance arts. We are searching for food vendors to provide unique quality cuisine. There is space for approximately 30 food vendors. Our goal is to present a well-rounded variety of culinary delights, but there is no predetermined number or percentage of spaces established for any category. We reserve the right to determine which foods are appropriate for this event and make all final judgments.