November Juried Fine Arts Festival (2 Days)
The Annual DeLand Fall Festival of the Arts, DeLand, Florida is held each year on the weekend before Thanksgiving. This spectacular outdoor festival brings 165 to 185 artists from all over the country. The DeLand Fall Festival of the Arts is a judged show featuring excellent artists of various mediums.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
The first event was held in November 1993.
What is your primary product or service?
Annual Street Art Festival
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Planning first began for this event in 1992 when the DeLand Museum of Art, initiated discussions with local community leaders and downtown merchants about the feasibility of producing a two-day fine arts event in the historic downtown area of DeLand.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
A reader’s poll in Florida Monthly Magazine named it the number one Arts & Craft Show in the State of Florida.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
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Provide detailed directions to your location
Located on Highway 17-92 in the Downtown DeLand area.
What type of payments do you accept?
Open to the public at No Charge. Artist Booth payments and application fee payments by check or credit card.
Which areas do you service?
Central Florida Area
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
We are a 501 (c) managed by a volunteer Board of Directors.
What are your hours of operation?
10am to 5pm on the days of the event weekend.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Over the years, the Festival has received numerous awards and honors. It continues to receive high marks from the artists who exhibit here with over 75% of them reapplying annually. It is rated as one of the most "Artist Friendly" venues in the state in such publications as Sunshine Artist.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
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