July 26 & 27, 2025

Bay Harbor is pleased to host our 25^th Annual Arts Festival in one of the most beautiful venues in northern Michigan!

Set upon five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, and the deep water harbor of Bay Harbor Lake, it is a truly spectacular backdrop for the artists and patrons alike. The Bay Harbor Arts Festival is a lovely, “boutique” event with a variety of fabulous fine artists, as well as an artisan market.

Live Music and a Children’s Activity Tent will also be a part of the event.  (Details forthcoming)

Artist Set-Up will be from Noon – 6pm on Friday, July 25th:

We are offering a “Preview Night” on Friday after set-up from 6pm – 8pm for any artists that would like participate. 

Arts Festival:  Saturday, July 26th (10am – 5pm) & Sunday, July 27th (10am – 3pm)

Artist’s Reception in ELEVATION EVENT CENTER with light fare and drinks on Saturday evening from 5:30pm-7:00pm. We will announce the Juried Award Winners at 6:00pm at the reception. 

JURIED ARTISTS AWARDS WILL BE AS FOLLOWS:

FIRST PLACE $750 | SECOND PLACE $500 | THIRD PLACE $250

Complimentary Coffee, Water, Booth Sitting and On-Site Security 

If you have any further questions, please email us at [email protected].

IMPORTANT DATES FOR ARTISTS:

Application Deadline: March 31, 2025

Notice of Acceptance:  April 10, 2025

BOOTH FEE DEADLINE:  June 1, 2025

LAST DAY FOR REFUNDS FOR CANCELLATION DATE: June 25, 2025

QUESTIONS?  Email us at [email protected]