Artist Application for Jazz Fest 2026
The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is calling artists from all over the country to apply for a vendor spot and to showcase their artwork at the 2026 festival.
The festival showcases three unique craft areas, including the Congo Square African Marketplace, the Contemporary Crafts area, and the Louisiana Marketplace. Artists may submit an application for one or more crafts areas but may exhibit in only one craft area at the festival.
The application costs $35 and the deadline to submit is Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Applicants can apply by visiting nojazzfest.com/crafts.
The Craft Areas
The three craft areas are designed to showcase the cultural diversity that represents the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. The Congo African Marketplace reflects the culture influences seen from the African diaspora, featuring unique and handcrafted pieces that resonate with the African-Caribbean culture in Congo Square.
The Contemporary Crafts area features national and international artists alike. This craft area features hand-made, original, and one-of-a-kind designs from all forms of media.
The Louisiana Marketplace craft area features artwork from Louisiana artisans and craftspeople only. This marketplace displays various aspects of the state's culture through art and design.
The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is also holding a Crafts Application Social for vendor applicants to come meet other artists in the community and promote their work. The social will take place Wednesday, October 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation on North Rampart.
The Fest
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival began as a small local festival dating back to 1970. Today, people travel from all over the world to experience the music and culture Jazz Fest has to offer.
Local and international music, Mardi Gras Indians, Cajun and Creole cuisine, and art with a history are just some of the highlights of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Don't miss out on your chance to be apart of the 2026 experience!
