The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original (AASAF), is the original art fair of the three concurrent fairs that annually transform central Ann Arbor into the largest juried outdoor art fair in the nation. Every July, the City of Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus blossom into a 30-block outdoor art gallery. Established in 1960, the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization with a mission to enrich lives by connecting art, artists, and our communities. The AASAF is renowned for its 67-year history with a commitment to excellence and showcasing only original one of a kind artwork. AASAF unfolds along the picturesque Ann Arbor city streets surrounding the iconic Burton Bell Tower and the tree-lined heart of the University of Michigan's central campus. The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original is regularly ranked among the nation’s top art fairs, consistently placing in the "Top Ten Best Art Festivals" in USA TODAY and appearing annually in Sunshine Artist's "Top 200 Fine Art Shows." Jury Awards: $12,000 – 12 Excellence Awards of $1000 each Purchase Awards: A total of $5,000 to $10,000 awarded annually in individual purchase awards 2025 Annual Artists Sales: $2.5M MARKETING & PARTNERSHIPS AASAF, alongside two concurrent Ann Arbor art fairs, benefits from significant media exposure, including: National TV Audience: 4.57 million viewers in 2025 Radio Audience: 23.2 million listeners Print & Online Reach: 942 Million impressions Social Media: AASAF maintains a growing presence on Facebook and Instagram, with a combined reach across the Ann Arbor art fairs totaling 28,000 followers. Artists are also highlighted through newsletters sent to over 10,000 subscribers. AMENITIES AND SERVICES Engaged and Educated Art-Buying Community Exclusive networking events connecting artists with designers and corporate buyers Electrical power at every booth Round-the-clock security Hospitality tent offering snacks, beverages, and more Catered Artists Reception Indoor air-conditioned restroom access Secure behind/side-booth storage Complimentary water delivery Booth sitters available Free lunch for artists delivered to your booth Flatbed dollies available for artist convenience Apply Today! https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14012
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
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