It's Here!
Logistics for the show will always be posted on the Denver Arts Festival website on a hidden page:
https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
PLEASE REFERENCE THIS REGULARLY!
On that landing page, there are links to other hidden pages providing further information on everything from tent rentals, hotel deals, taxes, insurance, waivers.
* MOST IMPORTANT are the pages about parking, set up logistics, festival maps
* There is a newly added page about social media -- plus info on insurance and taxes has been divided into two pages.
--> As additional information becomes available we will update this site NOTE: Rather than sending super long emails, all detailed information will be posted on the website pages in the hidden section for artists and linked from the landing page.
I also plan to avoid printing out too much paperwork for the artist packets at the Festival (I am a fan of trees) --
Please note all of the available paperwork and documents in the artist resource area.
Please be sure to read this email carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
*
*
*** NEW INFORMATION IMMEDIATELY BELOW ***
Regarding Social Media
Highlighting again: Set up details, parking notes, sales tax info, venue's annual waiver, booth assignments, and website
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please make sure you do your part to drive your customers to the festival!
Please send out emails to your customer lists and/or post on Facebook + Instagram and / or post on your website.
To help you post, this link takes you to a Google Drive with images, suggested text, and more:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hAhx3COZGvBaozH53X9F9aXH_HEBxKyg
Here is our FB page - https://www.facebook.com/DenverArtsFestival/ and Instagram profile - https://www.instagram.com/denverartsfestival/
ONSITE MEDIA
If you know how to do live video feeds on FB, IG, etc. – please post some during set up and more during the show.
I have arranged for a PR executive friend to do social media throughout the show; Brenna will be in a volunteer t-shirt so she will be readily identifiable.
Fox31/KWGN Ch2 will be reporting from the festival for a portion of the morning show on Friday morning during set up
** If you are an artist that will be starting to set up actual art by ~ 730/8am, please let me know. He will wander the show, but it will be nice to highlight some booths with more than just tents going up.
The in-depth details regarding social media are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/social-media
~~~
SET UP LOGISTICS
The in-depth details regarding set up are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/set-up-logistics
NOTE: Redemption Road Coffee -- our coffee vendor throughout the Festival -- has generously agreed to be onsite during Friday set up starting at ~ 9am, providing hot coffee and cold brew to artists at a very discounted rate.
Set Up
– Road Closed by 7am Friday
Friday, May 22, 7 am – 10 pm
Saturday, May 23, 7 am – 945 am
Event Activities
Saturday, May 23, 10 am – 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 24, 10 am – 5 pm There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
Tear Down + Cleanup
– Road Open by 1030pm Sunday
Sunday, May 24, 5 pm – 10 pm
* Be sure to be completely set up prior to Festival open at 10am *
There are detailed instructions on the website regarding the routes to drive into the festival and directly up to your booth space. Please be patient during this process.
You can find the set up map on both the set up page and on the Festival Maps page.
PARKING
There is free parking around the festival, as well as several lots that we may use -- including lots where RV parking is allowed.
Much of the parking is in neighborhoods around the show; please be respectful and quiet
The schools have generously allowed us to use their parking lots; please be respectful of the school schedules
--> DO NOT pull into their lots before 6PM on Friday! <--
The in-depth details regarding parking are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/parking
Parking Pass:
There will be a simple parking pass in your artist packet identified by booth number to be put on your dashboard to allow us to find you in case we need to have you move your vehicle for any reason.
***
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COLORADO + DENVER SALES TAX LICENSE INFO (or Denver Taxpayer ID)
AND THE VENUE WAIVER TO ME
---> ASAP <---Taxes (State and City)
This link will take you to further information for both Colorado and Denver sales taxes - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
NEW on the page:
- 2026 Sales Tax Rates for the Festival
*** Please print this out and bring it with you to ensure you are charging the correct sales tax amount.
Please provide your license / ID details to me via email: (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of license submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "SALES TAX LICENSE" By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
INSURANCE
You must provide proof of insurance to participate in the show.
The insurance must cover three additional insureds -- you will need "Certificates of Insurance" (COIs) for each.
Your insurance provider will be able to easily assist you with this.
This is a link to get your insurance policy and other info about insurance: https://denverartsfestival.com/insurance
VENUE WAIVER
The festival venue now requires submitting their waiver annually.
This link will take you to a PDF of the waiver - https://denverartsfestival.com/mca-waiver
Please sign it and return it via email to me (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of waiver submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "VENUE WAIVER". By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULESET UP: Friday May 22nd starting at 7am
FESTIVAL: Saturday May 23rd from 10am to 8pm
FESTIVAL: Sunday May 24th from 10am to 5pm
BREAKDOWN: Sunday May 24th from 5pm to 10pm
There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
This year, the Festival will include a "headlining concert" by a local band on Saturday evening from 6pm to 8pm.- Artists may choose to close their booth as usual at 6pm or keep their booth open during the concert.
- The beverage tent hosted by Colorado Pet Pantry as well as most food trucks will remain open.
The Festival and the venue must be "closed" no later than 9pm.
This link will take you to information regarding music selections: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-music
> Extra security will be on site on Saturday evening, plus the usual security for the entire Festival <
BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS
Booth assignments are completed and are noted at the bottom of this email.
This link will take you to a map of the Festival layout: https://denverartsfestival.com/festival-mapsAdditional maps and graphics will be posted here as they become available. NOTE: DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY Payments made be made by:
WEBSITE
Artists are now up on the website.
Please check your listing to ensure the info is correct as we have used the information on your Zapp profile, and it is possible that it has changed or is out of date.
**** Please be sure your social media and website information is correct on Zapp *****
I have discovered many instances where it is not
Please contact me with any edits.
You will find the images on the main website: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-artists
There is also an additional gallery that will be used for the Festival -- offered via QR code -- so that attendees can easily search for artists by name or by booth number. This gallery is provided by Zapp.
Explore this booth layout gallery here: https://denverartsfestival.com/booth-map-artist-info
*
~~ INFORMATION ~~
There is a hidden page on the website for all of the information required for the Festival.
It will be updated as additional information comes available. Please check it regularly.
This is the link to access this page: https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
Looking forward to seeing you shortly!
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
www.DenverArtsFestival.com
info@DenverArtsFestival.com
303.349.3078- Text or email is best
"Collect Art, Collect Community”
2026 Additional Information + Logistics for Denver Arts Festival
Logistics for the show will always be posted on the Denver Arts Festival website on a hidden page:
https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
On that landing page, there are links to other hidden pages providing further information on everything from tent rentals, hotel deals, taxes, insurance, waivers.
* MOST IMPORTANT are the pages about parking, set up logistics, festival maps.
* There is a newly added page about social media -- plus info on insurance and taxes has been divided into two pages.
--> As additional information becomes available we will update this site
NOTE: Rather than sending super long emails, all detailed information will be posted on the website pages in the hidden section for artists and linked from the landing page.
I also plan to avoid printing out too much paperwork for the artist packets at the Festival (I am a fan of trees) --
Please note all of the available paperwork and documents in the artist resource area.
Please be sure to read this email carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
*
First: Once again, thank you all for the beautiful words and sentiments you have shared regarding my friend and my time as her caregiver until her death. I so appreciate it and I appreciate you.
*
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are....<ahem>
*
*** NEW INFORMATION IMMEDIATELY BELOW ***
Regarding Social Media
Highlighting again: Set up details, parking notes, sales tax info, venue's annual waiver, booth assignments, and website
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please boost the Festival on your own social media pages.
To make this easier, we have put together a "packet" of information including:
- guidance on posting
- suggested texts + hashtags
- images
This information is within in folder based on Google Drive.
The in-depth details regarding social media are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/social-media
NOTE:
Fox Morning Show will be broadcasting live from the Festival during setup on Friday morning at ~ 8am or so.
SET UP LOGISTICS
The in-depth details regarding set up are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/set-up-logistics
Set Up
– Road Closed by 7am Friday
Friday, May 22, 7 am – 10 pm
Saturday, May 23, 7 am – 945 am
Event Activities
Saturday, May 23, 10 am – 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 24, 10 am – 5 pm There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
Tear Down + Cleanup
– Road Open by 1030pm Sunday
Sunday, May 24, 5 pm – 10 pm
* Be sure to be completely set up prior to Festival open at 10am *
There are detailed instructions on the website regarding the routes to drive into the festival and directly up to your booth space. Please be patient during this process.
You can find the set up map on both the set up page and on the Festival Maps page.
NOTES:
- Redemption Coffee has generously offered to be present for some of setup on Friday morning, with discounted coffee for artists
- The venue's building "MCA - The Cube" will be open for restroom use on each day of the Festival, including for setup on Friday starting at 7am
PARKING
There is free parking around the festival, as well as several lots that we may use -- including lots where RV parking is allowed.
Much of the parking is in neighborhoods around the show; please be respectful and quiet
The schools have generously allowed us to use their parking lots; please be respectful of the school schedules
--> DO NOT pull into their lots before 6PM on Friday! <--
The in-depth details regarding parking are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/parking
Parking Pass:
There will be a simple parking pass in your artist packet identified by booth number to be put on your dashboard to allow us to find you in case we need to have you move your vehicle for any reason.
***
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COLORADO + DENVER SALES TAX LICENSE INFO (or Denver Taxpayer ID)
AND THE VENUE WAIVER TO ME
---> ASAP <---
Taxes (State and City)
This link will take you to further information for both Colorado and Denver sales taxes - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
NEW on the page:
- 2026 Sales Tax Rates for the Festival
*** Please print out and bring with you both your license/ID information and the Sales Tax Rates document to ensure you are charging the correct sales tax amount
Please provide your license / ID details to me via email: (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of license submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "SALES TAX LICENSE"
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
INSURANCE
You must provide proof of insurance to participate in the show.
The insurance must cover three additional insureds -- you will need "Certificates of Insurance" (COIs) for each.
Your insurance provider will be able to easily assist you with this.
This is a link to get your insurance policy and other info about insurance: https://denverartsfestival.com/insurance
*** Please bring with you the proof of insurance just in case
VENUE WAIVER
The festival venue now requires submitting their waiver annually.
This link will take you to a PDF of the waiver - https://denverartsfestival.com/mca-waiver
Please sign it and return it via email to me (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of waiver submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "VENUE WAIVER".
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
SET UP: Friday May 22nd starting at 7am
FESTIVAL: Saturday May 23rd from 10am to 8pm
FESTIVAL: Sunday May 24th from 10am to 5pm
BREAKDOWN: Sunday May 24th from 5pm to 10pm
There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
This year, the Festival will include a "headlining concert" by a local band on Saturday evening from 6pm to 8pm.
- Artists may choose to close their booth as usual at 6pm or keep their booth open during the concert.
- The beverage tent hosted by Colorado Pet Pantry as well as most food trucks will remain open.
The Festival and the venue must be "closed" no later than 9pm.
This link will take you to information regarding music selections: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-music
> Extra security will be on site on Saturday evening, plus the usual security for the entire Festival <
BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS
Booth assignments are completed and are noted at the bottom of this email.
This link will take you to a map of the Festival layout: https://denverartsfestival.com/festival-maps
Additional maps and graphics will be posted here as they become available.
NOTE: DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are.... <ahem>
Payments made be made by:
WEBSITE
Artists are now up on the website.
Please check your listing to ensure the info is correct as we have used the information on your Zapp profile, and it is possible that it has changed or is out of date.
As part of this -- please be sure your social media information is correct on Zapp.
Please contact me with any edits.
You will find the images on the main website: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-artists
There is also an additional gallery that will be used for the Festival -- offered via QR code -- so that attendees can easily search for artists by name or by booth number. This gallery is provided by Zapp.
Explore this booth layout gallery here: https://denverartsfestival.com/booth-map-artist-info
*
~~ INFORMATION ~~
There is a hidden page on the website for all of the information required for the Festival.
It will be updated as additional information comes available. Please check it regularly.
This is the link to access this page: https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
www.DenverArtsFestival.com
info@DenverArtsFestival.com
303.349.3078- Text or email is best
"Collect Art, Collect Community”
2026 Additional Information + Logistics for Denver Arts Festival
Logistics for the show will always be posted on the Denver Arts Festival website on a hidden page:
https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
On that landing page, there are links to other hidden pages providing further information on everything from tent rentals, hotel deals, taxes, insurance, waivers.
* MOST IMPORTANT are the pages about parking, set up logistics, festival maps.
* There is a newly added page about social media -- plus info on insurance and taxes has been divided into two pages.
--> As additional information becomes available we will update this site
NOTE: Rather than sending super long emails, all detailed information will be posted on the website pages in the hidden section for artists and linked from the landing page.
I also plan to avoid printing out too much paperwork for the artist packets at the Festival (I am a fan of trees) --
Please note all of the available paperwork and documents in the artist resource area.
Please be sure to read this email carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
*
First: Once again, thank you all for the beautiful words and sentiments you have shared regarding my friend and my time as her caregiver until her death. I so appreciate it and I appreciate you.
*
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are....<ahem>
*
*** NEW INFORMATION IMMEDIATELY BELOW ***
Regarding Social Media
Highlighting again: Set up details, parking notes, sales tax info, venue's annual waiver, booth assignments, and website
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please boost the Festival on your own social media pages.
To make this easier, we have put together a "packet" of information including:
- guidance on posting
- suggested texts + hashtags
- images
This information is within in folder based on Google Drive.
The in-depth details regarding social media are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/social-media
NOTE:
Fox Morning Show will be broadcasting live from the Festival during setup on Friday morning at ~ 8am or so.
SET UP LOGISTICS
The in-depth details regarding set up are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/set-up-logistics
Set Up
– Road Closed by 7am Friday
Friday, May 22, 7 am – 10 pm
Saturday, May 23, 7 am – 945 am
Event Activities
Saturday, May 23, 10 am – 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 24, 10 am – 5 pm There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
Tear Down + Cleanup
– Road Open by 1030pm Sunday
Sunday, May 24, 5 pm – 10 pm
* Be sure to be completely set up prior to Festival open at 10am *
There are detailed instructions on the website regarding the routes to drive into the festival and directly up to your booth space. Please be patient during this process.
You can find the set up map on both the set up page and on the Festival Maps page.
NOTES:
- Redemption Coffee has generously offered to be present for some of setup on Friday morning, with discounted coffee for artists
- The venue's building "MCA - The Cube" will be open for restroom use on each day of the Festival, including for setup on Friday starting at 7am
PARKING
There is free parking around the festival, as well as several lots that we may use -- including lots where RV parking is allowed.
Much of the parking is in neighborhoods around the show; please be respectful and quiet
The schools have generously allowed us to use their parking lots; please be respectful of the school schedules
--> DO NOT pull into their lots before 6PM on Friday! <--
The in-depth details regarding parking are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/parking
Parking Pass:
There will be a simple parking pass in your artist packet identified by booth number to be put on your dashboard to allow us to find you in case we need to have you move your vehicle for any reason.
***
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COLORADO + DENVER SALES TAX LICENSE INFO (or Denver Taxpayer ID)
AND THE VENUE WAIVER TO ME
---> ASAP <---
Taxes (State and City)
This link will take you to further information for both Colorado and Denver sales taxes - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
NEW on the page:
- 2026 Sales Tax Rates for the Festival
*** Please print out and bring with you both your license/ID information and the Sales Tax Rates document to ensure you are charging the correct sales tax amount
Please provide your license / ID details to me via email: (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of license submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "SALES TAX LICENSE"
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
INSURANCE
You must provide proof of insurance to participate in the show.
The insurance must cover three additional insureds -- you will need "Certificates of Insurance" (COIs) for each.
Your insurance provider will be able to easily assist you with this.
This is a link to get your insurance policy and other info about insurance: https://denverartsfestival.com/insurance
*** Please bring with you the proof of insurance just in case
VENUE WAIVER
The festival venue now requires submitting their waiver annually.
This link will take you to a PDF of the waiver - https://denverartsfestival.com/mca-waiver
Please sign it and return it via email to me (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of waiver submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "VENUE WAIVER".
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
SET UP: Friday May 22nd starting at 7am
FESTIVAL: Saturday May 23rd from 10am to 8pm
FESTIVAL: Sunday May 24th from 10am to 5pm
BREAKDOWN: Sunday May 24th from 5pm to 10pm
There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
This year, the Festival will include a "headlining concert" by a local band on Saturday evening from 6pm to 8pm.
- Artists may choose to close their booth as usual at 6pm or keep their booth open during the concert.
- The beverage tent hosted by Colorado Pet Pantry as well as most food trucks will remain open.
The Festival and the venue must be "closed" no later than 9pm.
This link will take you to information regarding music selections: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-music
> Extra security will be on site on Saturday evening, plus the usual security for the entire Festival <
BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS
Booth assignments are completed and are noted at the bottom of this email.
This link will take you to a map of the Festival layout: https://denverartsfestival.com/festival-maps
Additional maps and graphics will be posted here as they become available.
NOTE: DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are.... <ahem>
Payments made be made by:
WEBSITE
Artists are now up on the website.
Please check your listing to ensure the info is correct as we have used the information on your Zapp profile, and it is possible that it has changed or is out of date.
As part of this -- please be sure your social media information is correct on Zapp.
Please contact me with any edits.
You will find the images on the main website: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-artists
There is also an additional gallery that will be used for the Festival -- offered via QR code -- so that attendees can easily search for artists by name or by booth number. This gallery is provided by Zapp.
Explore this booth layout gallery here: https://denverartsfestival.com/booth-map-artist-info
*
~~ INFORMATION ~~
There is a hidden page on the website for all of the information required for the Festival.
It will be updated as additional information comes available. Please check it regularly.
This is the link to access this page: https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
www.DenverArtsFestival.com
info@DenverArtsFestival.com
303.349.3078- Text or email is best
"Collect Art, Collect Community”
2026 Additional Information + Logistics for Denver Arts Festival
Logistics for the show will always be posted on the Denver Arts Festival website on a hidden page:
https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
On that landing page, there are links to other hidden pages providing further information on everything from tent rentals, hotel deals, taxes, insurance, waivers.
* MOST IMPORTANT are the pages about parking, set up logistics, festival maps.
* There is a newly added page about social media -- plus info on insurance and taxes has been divided into two pages.
--> As additional information becomes available we will update this site
NOTE: Rather than sending super long emails, all detailed information will be posted on the website pages in the hidden section for artists and linked from the landing page.
I also plan to avoid printing out too much paperwork for the artist packets at the Festival (I am a fan of trees) --
Please note all of the available paperwork and documents in the artist resource area.
Please be sure to read this email carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
*
First: Once again, thank you all for the beautiful words and sentiments you have shared regarding my friend and my time as her caregiver until her death. I so appreciate it and I appreciate you.
*
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are....<ahem>
*
*** NEW INFORMATION IMMEDIATELY BELOW ***
Regarding Social Media
Highlighting again: Set up details, parking notes, sales tax info, venue's annual waiver, booth assignments, and website
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please boost the Festival on your own social media pages.
To make this easier, we have put together a "packet" of information including:
- guidance on posting
- suggested texts + hashtags
- images
This information is within in folder based on Google Drive.
The in-depth details regarding social media are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/social-media
NOTE:
Fox Morning Show will be broadcasting live from the Festival during setup on Friday morning at ~ 8am or so.
SET UP LOGISTICS
The in-depth details regarding set up are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/set-up-logistics
Set Up
– Road Closed by 7am Friday
Friday, May 22, 7 am – 10 pm
Saturday, May 23, 7 am – 945 am
Event Activities
Saturday, May 23, 10 am – 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 24, 10 am – 5 pm There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
Tear Down + Cleanup
– Road Open by 1030pm Sunday
Sunday, May 24, 5 pm – 10 pm
* Be sure to be completely set up prior to Festival open at 10am *
There are detailed instructions on the website regarding the routes to drive into the festival and directly up to your booth space. Please be patient during this process.
You can find the set up map on both the set up page and on the Festival Maps page.
NOTES:
- Redemption Coffee has generously offered to be present for some of setup on Friday morning, with discounted coffee for artists
- The venue's building "MCA - The Cube" will be open for restroom use on each day of the Festival, including for setup on Friday starting at 7am
PARKING
There is free parking around the festival, as well as several lots that we may use -- including lots where RV parking is allowed.
Much of the parking is in neighborhoods around the show; please be respectful and quiet
The schools have generously allowed us to use their parking lots; please be respectful of the school schedules
--> DO NOT pull into their lots before 6PM on Friday! <--
The in-depth details regarding parking are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/parking
Parking Pass:
There will be a simple parking pass in your artist packet identified by booth number to be put on your dashboard to allow us to find you in case we need to have you move your vehicle for any reason.
***
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COLORADO + DENVER SALES TAX LICENSE INFO (or Denver Taxpayer ID)
AND THE VENUE WAIVER TO ME
---> ASAP <---
Taxes (State and City)
This link will take you to further information for both Colorado and Denver sales taxes - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
NEW on the page:
- 2026 Sales Tax Rates for the Festival
*** Please print out and bring with you both your license/ID information and the Sales Tax Rates document to ensure you are charging the correct sales tax amount
Please provide your license / ID details to me via email: (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of license submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "SALES TAX LICENSE"
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
INSURANCE
You must provide proof of insurance to participate in the show.
The insurance must cover three additional insureds -- you will need "Certificates of Insurance" (COIs) for each.
Your insurance provider will be able to easily assist you with this.
This is a link to get your insurance policy and other info about insurance: https://denverartsfestival.com/insurance
*** Please bring with you the proof of insurance just in case
VENUE WAIVER
The festival venue now requires submitting their waiver annually.
This link will take you to a PDF of the waiver - https://denverartsfestival.com/mca-waiver
Please sign it and return it via email to me (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of waiver submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "VENUE WAIVER".
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
SET UP: Friday May 22nd starting at 7am
FESTIVAL: Saturday May 23rd from 10am to 8pm
FESTIVAL: Sunday May 24th from 10am to 5pm
BREAKDOWN: Sunday May 24th from 5pm to 10pm
There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
This year, the Festival will include a "headlining concert" by a local band on Saturday evening from 6pm to 8pm.
- Artists may choose to close their booth as usual at 6pm or keep their booth open during the concert.
- The beverage tent hosted by Colorado Pet Pantry as well as most food trucks will remain open.
The Festival and the venue must be "closed" no later than 9pm.
This link will take you to information regarding music selections: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-music
> Extra security will be on site on Saturday evening, plus the usual security for the entire Festival <
BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS
Booth assignments are completed and are noted at the bottom of this email.
This link will take you to a map of the Festival layout: https://denverartsfestival.com/festival-maps
Additional maps and graphics will be posted here as they become available.
NOTE: DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are.... <ahem>
Payments made be made by:
WEBSITE
Artists are now up on the website.
Please check your listing to ensure the info is correct as we have used the information on your Zapp profile, and it is possible that it has changed or is out of date.
As part of this -- please be sure your social media information is correct on Zapp.
Please contact me with any edits.
You will find the images on the main website: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-artists
There is also an additional gallery that will be used for the Festival -- offered via QR code -- so that attendees can easily search for artists by name or by booth number. This gallery is provided by Zapp.
Explore this booth layout gallery here: https://denverartsfestival.com/booth-map-artist-info
*
~~ INFORMATION ~~
There is a hidden page on the website for all of the information required for the Festival.
It will be updated as additional information comes available. Please check it regularly.
This is the link to access this page: https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
www.DenverArtsFestival.com
info@DenverArtsFestival.com
303.349.3078- Text or email is best
"Collect Art, Collect Community”
2026 Additional Information + Logistics for Denver Arts Festival
Logistics for the show will always be posted on the Denver Arts Festival website on a hidden page:
https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
On that landing page, there are links to other hidden pages providing further information on everything from tent rentals, hotel deals, taxes, insurance, waivers.
* MOST IMPORTANT are the pages about parking, set up logistics, festival maps.
* There is a newly added page about social media -- plus info on insurance and taxes has been divided into two pages.
--> As additional information becomes available we will update this site
NOTE: Rather than sending super long emails, all detailed information will be posted on the website pages in the hidden section for artists and linked from the landing page.
I also plan to avoid printing out too much paperwork for the artist packets at the Festival (I am a fan of trees) --
Please note all of the available paperwork and documents in the artist resource area.
Please be sure to read this email carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
*
First: Once again, thank you all for the beautiful words and sentiments you have shared regarding my friend and my time as her caregiver until her death. I so appreciate it and I appreciate you.
*
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are....<ahem>
*
*** NEW INFORMATION IMMEDIATELY BELOW ***
Regarding Social Media
Highlighting again: Set up details, parking notes, sales tax info, venue's annual waiver, booth assignments, and website
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please boost the Festival on your own social media pages.
To make this easier, we have put together a "packet" of information including:
- guidance on posting
- suggested texts + hashtags
- images
This information is within in folder based on Google Drive.
The in-depth details regarding social media are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/social-media
NOTE:
Fox Morning Show will be broadcasting live from the Festival during setup on Friday morning at ~ 8am or so.
SET UP LOGISTICS
The in-depth details regarding set up are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/set-up-logistics
Set Up
– Road Closed by 7am Friday
Friday, May 22, 7 am – 10 pm
Saturday, May 23, 7 am – 945 am
Event Activities
Saturday, May 23, 10 am – 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 24, 10 am – 5 pm There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
Tear Down + Cleanup
– Road Open by 1030pm Sunday
Sunday, May 24, 5 pm – 10 pm
* Be sure to be completely set up prior to Festival open at 10am *
There are detailed instructions on the website regarding the routes to drive into the festival and directly up to your booth space. Please be patient during this process.
You can find the set up map on both the set up page and on the Festival Maps page.
NOTES:
- Redemption Coffee has generously offered to be present for some of setup on Friday morning, with discounted coffee for artists
- The venue's building "MCA - The Cube" will be open for restroom use on each day of the Festival, including for setup on Friday starting at 7am
PARKING
There is free parking around the festival, as well as several lots that we may use -- including lots where RV parking is allowed.
Much of the parking is in neighborhoods around the show; please be respectful and quiet
The schools have generously allowed us to use their parking lots; please be respectful of the school schedules
--> DO NOT pull into their lots before 6PM on Friday! <--
The in-depth details regarding parking are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/parking
Parking Pass:
There will be a simple parking pass in your artist packet identified by booth number to be put on your dashboard to allow us to find you in case we need to have you move your vehicle for any reason.
***
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COLORADO + DENVER SALES TAX LICENSE INFO (or Denver Taxpayer ID)
AND THE VENUE WAIVER TO ME
---> ASAP <---
Taxes (State and City)
This link will take you to further information for both Colorado and Denver sales taxes - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
NEW on the page:
- 2026 Sales Tax Rates for the Festival
*** Please print out and bring with you both your license/ID information and the Sales Tax Rates document to ensure you are charging the correct sales tax amount
Please provide your license / ID details to me via email: (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of license submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "SALES TAX LICENSE"
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
INSURANCE
You must provide proof of insurance to participate in the show.
The insurance must cover three additional insureds -- you will need "Certificates of Insurance" (COIs) for each.
Your insurance provider will be able to easily assist you with this.
This is a link to get your insurance policy and other info about insurance: https://denverartsfestival.com/insurance
*** Please bring with you the proof of insurance just in case
VENUE WAIVER
The festival venue now requires submitting their waiver annually.
This link will take you to a PDF of the waiver - https://denverartsfestival.com/mca-waiver
Please sign it and return it via email to me (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of waiver submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "VENUE WAIVER".
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
SET UP: Friday May 22nd starting at 7am
FESTIVAL: Saturday May 23rd from 10am to 8pm
FESTIVAL: Sunday May 24th from 10am to 5pm
BREAKDOWN: Sunday May 24th from 5pm to 10pm
There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
This year, the Festival will include a "headlining concert" by a local band on Saturday evening from 6pm to 8pm.
- Artists may choose to close their booth as usual at 6pm or keep their booth open during the concert.
- The beverage tent hosted by Colorado Pet Pantry as well as most food trucks will remain open.
The Festival and the venue must be "closed" no later than 9pm.
This link will take you to information regarding music selections: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-music
> Extra security will be on site on Saturday evening, plus the usual security for the entire Festival <
BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS
Booth assignments are completed and are noted at the bottom of this email.
This link will take you to a map of the Festival layout: https://denverartsfestival.com/festival-maps
Additional maps and graphics will be posted here as they become available.
NOTE: DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are.... <ahem>
Payments made be made by:
WEBSITE
Artists are now up on the website.
Please check your listing to ensure the info is correct as we have used the information on your Zapp profile, and it is possible that it has changed or is out of date.
As part of this -- please be sure your social media information is correct on Zapp.
Please contact me with any edits.
You will find the images on the main website: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-artists
There is also an additional gallery that will be used for the Festival -- offered via QR code -- so that attendees can easily search for artists by name or by booth number. This gallery is provided by Zapp.
Explore this booth layout gallery here: https://denverartsfestival.com/booth-map-artist-info
*
~~ INFORMATION ~~
There is a hidden page on the website for all of the information required for the Festival.
It will be updated as additional information comes available. Please check it regularly.
This is the link to access this page: https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
www.DenverArtsFestival.com
info@DenverArtsFestival.com
303.349.3078- Text or email is best
"Collect Art, Collect Community”
2026 Additional Logistics for Denver Arts Festival
Logistics for the show will always be posted on the Denver Arts Festival website on a hidden page:
https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
On that landing page, there are links to other hidden pages providing further information on everything from tent rentals, hotel deals, taxes, insurance, waivers.
* There are newly added pages about parking, set up logistics, festival maps.
--> As additional information becomes available we will update this site
NOTE: Rather than sending super long emails, all detailed information will be posted on the website pages in the hidden section for artists and linked from the landing page.
Please be sure to read this email carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
*
First: Thank you all for the beautiful words and sentiments you have shared regarding my friend and my time as her caregiver until her death. I am grateful for your kind thoughts.
*
*** NEW INFORMATION IMMEDIATELY BELOW ***
Including: Set up details, parking notes, Denver's new protocal re sales licenses, Colorado's slae license, Venue's annual waiver, Booth assignments, and Website
SET UP LOGISTICS
The in-depth details regarding set up are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/set-up-logistics
Set Up
– Road Closed by 7am Friday
Friday, May 22, 7 am – 10 pm
Saturday, May 23, 7 am – 945 am
Event Activities
Saturday, May 23, 10 am – 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 24, 10 am – 5 pm
There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
Tear Down + Cleanup
– Road Open by 1030pm Sunday
Sunday, May 24, 5 pm – 10 pm
* Be sure to be completely set up prior to Festival open at 10am *
There are detailed instructions on the website regarding the routes to drive into the festival and directly up to your booth space. Please be patient during this process. You can find the set up map on both the set up page and on the Festival Maps page.
PARKING
The in-depth details regarding parking are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/parking
Parking Pass:
There will be a simple parking pass in your artist packet. Please put this parking pass on your dashboard. You don’t need it for parking -- but it will let us know your booth number in case we need to have you move vehicle for any reason.
There is free street parking all around the festival.
If you don’t need to be close, please park a little farther away to leave parking for customers.
There are multiple lots available for parking, including several that will allow RVs (note: no outdoor cooking):
Much of the parking is in neighborhoods around the show; please be respectful and quiet
The schools have generously allowed us to use their parking lots; please be respectful of the school schedules
--> DO NOT pull into their lots before 6PM on Friday! <--
***
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COLORADO SALES TAX LICENSE AND THE VENUE WAIVER TO ME ASAP.
Paperwork is due to the state shortly.
Taxes (State and City)
Denver is now doing things differently. You are no longer required to have a sales tax license from the City & County of Denver. All you need is a Taxpayer ID so that you are registered in their system.
You still need a special events sales tax license from the State of Colorado
This link will take you to further information for both - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
>>> IMPORTANT <<<
The State of Colorado REQUIRES that I provide them your name, address, and sales tax license numbers – AT THE LATEST, 15 DAYS before the show.
Please send that information to me BY MAY 8TH.
KICKER: They are now sending out $1000 PENALTIES to anyone who does not file their taxes in the time alloted.
Please provide your license details to me via email: (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of license submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "CO STATE SALES TAX LICENSE).
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
VENUE WAIVER
The festival venue now requires submitting their waiver annually.
This link will take you to a PDF of the waiver -https://denverartsfestival.com/mca-waiver
Please sign it and return it via email to me (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of waiver submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "VENUE WAIVER". By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
SET UP: Friday May 22nd starting at 7am
FESTIVAL: Saturday May 23rd from 10am to 8pm
FESTIVAL: Sunday May 24th from 10am to 5pm
BREAKDOWN: Sunday May 24th from 5pm to 10pm
There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
This year, the Festival will include a "headlining concert" by a local band on Saturday evening from 6pm to 8pm.
Artists may choose to close their booth as usual at 6pm or keep their booth open during the concert.
The Festival and the venue must be "closed" no later than 9pm.
This link will take you to information regarding music selections: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-music
> Extra security will be on site on Saturday evening, plus the usual security for the entire Festival <
BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS
Booth assignments are completed and are noted at the bottom of this email. I was able to honor most of your booth requests. Though as always, I did run out of corners very quickly!
For those who requested electricity, your booth is as close as possible to an electrical outlet. Note that we cannot guarantee but will do our best to ensure that this electrical source is working on the weekend of the Festival.
This link will take you to a map of the Festival layout: https://denverartsfestival.com/festival-maps
Additional maps and graphics will be posted here as they become available.
NOTE: DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) by close of business on FRIDAY MAY 8TH.
Payments made be made by:
WEBSITE
Artists are now up on the website.
Please check your listing to ensure the info is correct as we have used the information on your Zapp profile, and it is possible that it has changed or is out of date. As part of this -- please be sure your social media information is correct on Zapp. Please contact me with any edits.
You will find the images on the main website: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-artists
~~ REPEAT INFORMATION IS BELOW ~~
TENT / CANOPY RENTALS
This is a link to the information on the website - https://denverartsfestival.com/rentals-hotel-deals
INSURANCE AND TAXES
This is a link to get your insurance policy and other info about insurance - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
HOTEL
(These deals will end by May 9th or when all rooms are taken, whichever comes first)
There is a deal specifically for DAF at the Staybridge Suites, which is half a block from the show.
This is a link to info on booking a hotel - https://denverartsfestival.com/rentals-hotel-dealsIf you prefer to search for hotel deals, the festival’s location is 8304 E. 49th Pl. Denver 80238.
DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9 MEDIA
A social media packet will be distributed to each of you shortly. Our social media campaign will also begin in the coming days -- please be sure your social media information is correct on Zapp. Finally, spending on advertising and marketing up by more than 55 percent.
INFORMATION
There is a hidden page on the website for all of the information required for the Festival.
It will be updated as additional information comes available. Please check it regularly.
This is the link to access this page: https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
www.DenverArtsFestival.com
info@DenverArtsFestival.com
303.349.3078- Text or email is best
"Collect Art, Collect Community”
2026 Booths + Logistics for Denver Arts Festival
Logistics for the show will always be posted on the Denver Arts Festival website on a hidden page:
https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
On that landing page, there are links to other hidden pages providing further information on everything from tent rentals, hotel deals, taxes, insurance, waivers, etc.
As additional information becomes available we will update this site.
***
Please be sure to read this email carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
*
First: Thank you all for the beautiful words and sentiments you have shared regarding my friend and my time as her caregiver until her death. I am grateful for your kind thoughts.
*
*** NEW INFORMATION IMMEDIATELY BELOW ***
Including: Denver sales license info, Venue's annual waiver, Booth assignments, and Website
Taxes (State and City)
Denver is now doing things differently. You are no longer required to have a sales tax license from the City & County of Denver. All you need is a Taxpayer ID so that you are registered in their system.
You still need a special events sales tax license from the State of Colorado
This link will take you to further information for both - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
>>> IMPORTANT <<<
The State of Colorado REQUIRES that I provide them your name, address, and sales tax license numbers – AT THE LATEST, 15 DAYS before the show.
Please send that information to me BY MAY 8TH.
KICKER: They are now sending out $1000 PENALTIES to anyone who does not file their taxes in the time alloted.
VENUE WAIVER
The festival venue now requires submitting their waiver annually.
This link will take you to a PDF of the waiver - https://denverartsfestival.com/mca-waiver-1
Please sign it and return it via email to me (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of waiver submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "VENUE WAIVER".
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
SET UP: Friday May 22nd starting at 7am
FESTIVAL: Saturday May 23rd from 10am to 8pm
FESTIVAL: Sunday May 24th from 10am to 5pm
BREAKDOWN: Sunday May 24th from 5pm to 10pm
There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
This year, the Festival will include a "headlining concert" by a local band on Saturday evening from 6pm to 8pm.
Artists may choose to close their booth as usual at 6pm or keep their booth open during the concert.
The Festival and the venue must be "closed" no later than 9pm.
This link will take you to information regarding music selections: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-music
> Extra security will be on site on Saturday evening, plus the usual security for the entire Festival <
BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS
Booth assignments are completed and are noted at the bottom of this email. I was able to honor most of your booth requests. Though as always, I did run out of corners very quickly!
For those who requested electricity, your booth is as close as possible to an electrical outlet. Note that we cannot guarantee but will do our best to ensure that this electrical source is working on the weekend of the Festival.
NOTE: If you have a "C" or an "E" next to your booth number -- or both! -- that means you have a Corner booth or a booth with Electricity access.
This link will take you to a map of the Festival layout: https://denverartsfestival.com/festival-maps
Additional maps and graphics will be posted here as they become available.
NOTE: DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) by close of business on Wednesday April 29th.
Payments may be made by:
WEBSITE
Artists are now up on the website.
Please check your listing to ensure the info is correct as we have used the information on your Zapp profile, and it is possible that it has changed or is out of date. As part of this -- please be sure your social media information is correct on Zapp. Please contact me with any edits.
You will find the images on the main website: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-artists
~~ REPEAT INFORMATION IS BELOW ~~
TENT / CANOPY RENTALS
This is a link to the information on the website - https://denverartsfestival.com/rentals-hotel-deals
INSURANCE AND TAXES
This is a link to get your insurance policy and other info about insurance - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
HOTEL
(These deals will end by May 9th or when all rooms are taken, whichever comes first)
There is a deal specifically for DAF at the Staybridge Suites, which is half a block from the show.
This is a link to info on booking a hotel - https://denverartsfestival.com/rentals-hotel-deals
If you prefer to search for hotel deals, the festival’s location is 8304 E. 49th Pl. Denver 80238.
DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9
MEDIA
A social media packet will be distributed to each of you shortly. Our social media campaign will also begin in the coming days -- please be sure your social media information is correct on Zapp. Finally, spending on advertising and marketing is up by more than 55 percent.
INFORMATION
There is a hidden page on the website for all of the information required for the Festival.
It will be updated as additional information comes available. Please check it regularly.
This is the link to access this page: https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
DenverArtsFestival.com
info@DenverArtsFestival.com
303.349.3078
- Text or email is best
“Collect Art, Collect Community”
2026 Logistics Email for DAF
Logistics for the show in one place for your convenience – please be sure to read it carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
*
First:
Apologies for any delays and lack of immediate responsiveness from me in the last couple of months.
As an explanation, not an excuse –
One of my dearest friends has been fighting terminal metastatic pancreatic cancer for the last 4.5 years. Unfortunately, as is particularly common with pancreatic cancer, she deteriorated suddenly while I was visiting her earlier this year, and I unexpectedly became her full-time, live-in caregiver.
Heartbreakingly, she died on Easter Sunday, just six weeks before her 55th birthday. I stayed through her funeral and so only returned to Denver on April 19th, after having been gone for nearly 3 months (and only home for about a week in the last 5 months).
I am grateful that my friend Pam has been doing yeoman’s work on my behalf, and Ki and especially Jim have been of critical help.
Throughout this, my goals have remained the same – to truly build upon what Jim has created and to honor my motto of "Collect Art, Collect Community”
I look forward to collecting community, especially with all of you next month.
Jana
*
Please be sure to read this carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
*
TENT / CANOPY RENTALS
If you need to rent any equipment such as a tent – canopy - chairs, you may do so through our rental company. Their price list and their link to renting for DAF are attached. This is also a link to the information on the website - https://denverartsfestival.com/rentals-hotel-deals
INSURANCE AND TAXES
These two things are critical to your ability to do the show. As stated in the application, you will need to have liability insurance.
Insurance – I have negotiated a good deal on the insurance policy. Go to this link to get your insurance policy and other info about insurance - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
Taxes (State and City)
Denver is now doing things differently. You are no longer required to have a sales tax license from the City & County of Denver. All you need is a Taxpayer ID so that you are registered in their system.
You still need a special events sales tax license from the State of Colorado
This link will take you to further information for both - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
>>> IMPORTANT <<<
BOTH THE CITY OF DENVER AND THE STATE OF COLORADO HAVE STATUTES THAT I MUST GIVE THEM YOUR NAME, ADDRESS, AND SALES TAX LICENSE NUMBERS. I HAVE TO DO THAT AT THE LATEST, 15 DAYS BEFORE THE SHOW. I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE YOU SENDING THOSE TO ME BY May 8th.
THEY ARE NOW SENDING OUT $1000 PENALTIES TO ANYONE WHO DOES NOT FILE THEIR TAXES IN THE TIME ALLOTTED.
HOTEL
(These deals will end by May 9th or when all rooms are taken, whichever comes first)
I have a deal for you at the Staybridge Suites which is half a block from the show. https://denverartsfestival.com/rentals-hotel-deals
If you prefer to search for hotel deals, the festival’s location is 8304 E. 49th Pl. Denver 80238.
BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS
Booth assignments will be provided in a separate email. I was able to honor about 90% of your booth requests.
WEBSITE / MEDIA
All of the artists are going up on the website this week. Please check your listing once it\'s live to make sure the info is correct:
https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-artists
We are putting together a social media packet that will be distributed to each of you shortly. We will also begin a social media campaign in the coming days. At the same time, I have increased spending on advertising and marketing by more than 55 percent – particularly focused on online outreach as well as through the traditional television, print, etc.
I have created a hidden page on the website that has all of the emails that I have and will send (including the emails from last year, as much of the information transfers over year to year).
This page also has links to the taxes and insurance, as well as the hotel information and the form for tent rental. You will access this page using the following link: https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
DenverArtsFestival.com
info@DenverArtsFestival.com
303.349.3078
- Text or email is best
The deadline to accept and pay for your booth is March 17.
Denver Arts Festival
PO Box 16022
Denver, CO 80216-0022
If you are not able to come to the festival this year, please let me know since there are many good artists on our wait list that would be happy to get in.
INSURANCE:
You must have insurance for the show. I have secured a policy for that weekend for $49. Here is the link -
https://app.actinsurance.com/events/11189
If you want to check to see if I've received your payment, just check the status of your ZAPP account and if it says 'Received' that means I have your payment.
Let me know if you have any questions - info@DenverArtsFestival.com
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Denver Arts Festival
CONGRATULATIONS! You have been selected to participate in the 27th Annual Denver Arts Festival. We are pleased with the quality of art that has been accepted into the festival. We had more than normal the amount of applications this year making it one of the most competitive shows ever. We are quite pleased with the quality of the art for 2025!
PLEASE READ ALL OF THE INFO BELOW
PAYMENT OPTIONS (PLEASE READ!)
DUE MARCH 17*
Please note that you will need to Accept (on Zapplication) but you have options for payment. If you pay through Zapplication the booth fee is $575.
*(After that date, if you haven't paid for your booth, it will go to an artist on our waitlist.) If you are not able to accept the invite, please let us know ASAP.
Payments for electricity and corners must be done as separate payments for each item.
*Booth - $575
*Double Booth - $1150
*Electricity - $50
*Corner booth - $195
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Payment preferences
Credit card or Zelle (info@DenverArtsFestival.com) or as these are tied to the festival business accounts
Exceptions may be made for payments by Venmo (@Jana-DenArts; 3078 if
confirmation is requested) or check (the alternative payments are preferred as mail service is notoriously unreliable in my area)
Address:
Jana Novak
Denver Arts Festival LLC
PO Box 16022
Denver, CO 80216
NOTE: This is a different address than previous years
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Booth Layout:
I have attached the booth layout map. Please email me any booth requests you may have.
We have some early PR opportunities this year so the earlier you accept and pay the better the chances that we can use you in our Press Releases.
I will be in touch soon with updates, Hotel deals, Taxes, Insurance, etc.
Again, congratulations on being accepted and thank you for supporting the festival.
Please contact me with any questions – 303-349-3078.
Sincerely,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
2026 Additional Information + Logistics for Denver Arts Festival
Logistics for the show will always be posted on the Denver Arts Festival website on a hidden page:
https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
On that landing page, there are links to other hidden pages providing further information on everything from tent rentals, hotel deals, taxes, insurance, waivers.
* MOST IMPORTANT are the pages about parking, set up logistics, festival maps.
* There is a newly added page about social media -- plus info on insurance and taxes has been divided into two pages.
--> As additional information becomes available we will update this site
NOTE: Rather than sending super long emails, all detailed information will be posted on the website pages in the hidden section for artists and linked from the landing page.
I also plan to avoid printing out too much paperwork for the artist packets at the Festival (I am a fan of trees) --
Please note all of the available paperwork and documents in the artist resource area.
Please be sure to read this email carefully and all the way through to the end. Thank you!
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First: Once again, thank you all for the beautiful words and sentiments you have shared regarding my friend and my time as her caregiver until her death. I so appreciate it and I appreciate you.
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IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are....<ahem>
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*** NEW INFORMATION IMMEDIATELY BELOW ***
Regarding Social Media
Highlighting again: Set up details, parking notes, sales tax info, venue's annual waiver, booth assignments, and website
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please boost the Festival on your own social media pages.
To make this easier, we have put together a "packet" of information including:
- guidance on posting
- suggested texts + hashtags
- images
This information is within in folder based on Google Drive.
The in-depth details regarding social media are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/social-media
NOTE:
Fox Morning Show will be broadcasting live from the Festival during setup on Friday morning at ~ 8am or so.
SET UP LOGISTICS
The in-depth details regarding set up are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/set-up-logistics
Set Up
– Road Closed by 7am Friday
Friday, May 22, 7 am – 10 pm
Saturday, May 23, 7 am – 945 am
Event Activities
Saturday, May 23, 10 am – 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 24, 10 am – 5 pm There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
Tear Down + Cleanup
– Road Open by 1030pm Sunday
Sunday, May 24, 5 pm – 10 pm
* Be sure to be completely set up prior to Festival open at 10am *
There are detailed instructions on the website regarding the routes to drive into the festival and directly up to your booth space. Please be patient during this process.
You can find the set up map on both the set up page and on the Festival Maps page.
NOTES:
- Redemption Coffee has generously offered to be present for some of setup on Friday morning, with discounted coffee for artists
- The venue's building "MCA - The Cube" will be open for restroom use on each day of the Festival, including for setup on Friday starting at 7am
PARKING
There is free parking around the festival, as well as several lots that we may use -- including lots where RV parking is allowed.
Much of the parking is in neighborhoods around the show; please be respectful and quiet
The schools have generously allowed us to use their parking lots; please be respectful of the school schedules
--> DO NOT pull into their lots before 6PM on Friday! <--
The in-depth details regarding parking are found on the website at: https://denverartsfestival.com/parking
Parking Pass:
There will be a simple parking pass in your artist packet identified by booth number to be put on your dashboard to allow us to find you in case we need to have you move your vehicle for any reason.
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PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COLORADO + DENVER SALES TAX LICENSE INFO (or Denver Taxpayer ID)
AND THE VENUE WAIVER TO ME
---> ASAP <---
Taxes (State and City)
This link will take you to further information for both Colorado and Denver sales taxes - https://denverartsfestival.com/taxes
NEW on the page:
- 2026 Sales Tax Rates for the Festival
*** Please print out and bring with you both your license/ID information and the Sales Tax Rates document to ensure you are charging the correct sales tax amount
Please provide your license / ID details to me via email: (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of license submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "SALES TAX LICENSE"
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
INSURANCE
You must provide proof of insurance to participate in the show.
The insurance must cover three additional insureds -- you will need "Certificates of Insurance" (COIs) for each.
Your insurance provider will be able to easily assist you with this.
This is a link to get your insurance policy and other info about insurance: https://denverartsfestival.com/insurance
*** Please bring with you the proof of insurance just in case
VENUE WAIVER
The festival venue now requires submitting their waiver annually.
This link will take you to a PDF of the waiver - https://denverartsfestival.com/mca-waiver
Please sign it and return it via email to me (info@DenverArtsFestival.com).
To make it easier for me to keep track of waiver submissions:
PLEASE USE A NEW EMAIL with the subject "VENUE WAIVER".
By clicking the above link to the email address, it should automatically create a new email that only requires you to attach your waiver. If not, create a new email. Thanks!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
SET UP: Friday May 22nd starting at 7am
FESTIVAL: Saturday May 23rd from 10am to 8pm
FESTIVAL: Sunday May 24th from 10am to 5pm
BREAKDOWN: Sunday May 24th from 5pm to 10pm
There will be extra security on site during the extended hours, as well as security overnight both nights.
This year, the Festival will include a "headlining concert" by a local band on Saturday evening from 6pm to 8pm.
- Artists may choose to close their booth as usual at 6pm or keep their booth open during the concert.
- The beverage tent hosted by Colorado Pet Pantry as well as most food trucks will remain open.
The Festival and the venue must be "closed" no later than 9pm.
This link will take you to information regarding music selections: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-music
> Extra security will be on site on Saturday evening, plus the usual security for the entire Festival <
BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS
Booth assignments are completed and are noted at the bottom of this email.
This link will take you to a map of the Festival layout: https://denverartsfestival.com/festival-maps
Additional maps and graphics will be posted here as they become available.
NOTE: DAF by name is on Google Maps. Here is a direct link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EabFxKRmueCaR2zP9
IF YOU REQUESTED AND RECEIVED an add-on, please be sure you have PAID for the add-on(s) IMMEDIATELY.
You know who you are.... <ahem>
Payments made be made by:
WEBSITE
Artists are now up on the website.
Please check your listing to ensure the info is correct as we have used the information on your Zapp profile, and it is possible that it has changed or is out of date.
As part of this -- please be sure your social media information is correct on Zapp.
Please contact me with any edits.
You will find the images on the main website: https://denverartsfestival.com/2026-artists
There is also an additional gallery that will be used for the Festival -- offered via QR code -- so that attendees can easily search for artists by name or by booth number. This gallery is provided by Zapp.
Explore this booth layout gallery here: https://denverartsfestival.com/booth-map-artist-info
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~~ INFORMATION ~~
There is a hidden page on the website for all of the information required for the Festival.
It will be updated as additional information comes available. Please check it regularly.
This is the link to access this page: https://denverartsfestival.com/participants
Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
Thanks,
Jana Novak
Director
Denver Arts Festival
www.DenverArtsFestival.com
info@DenverArtsFestival.com
303.349.3078- Text or email is best
"Collect Art, Collect Community”