UAB IS EXCITED TO HOST THE 59TH ANNUAL MSU SPRING ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 20TH (9AM - 6PM) AND SUNDAY, MAY 21ST (10AM - 5PM).
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59th Annual Spring Arts and Crafts Show Application: Zapplication - Click Here
What is the MSU Arts and Crafts Show?
The Annual Arts and Craft Shows are large fundraiser for the University Activities Board (UAB). All proceeds from booth fees go directly UAB. UAB’s goal is to provide opportunities for students to build connections, create community, and a sense of belong at MSU through fun and engaging events designed and implemented by our UAB Student Coordinators. Our fundraisers allow us to offer these events at low-cost, or more often free, to MSU students. Our Arts and Crafts Shows are also beloved community traditions.
- The Spring Arts and Crafts Show has around 330 artist/crafters and, in conjunction with the East Lansing Arts Festival, attracts 40,000 - 60,000 patrons.
- The Winter Arts and Craft Show has 125+ artists/crafters and attracts between 7,000-9,000 patrons.
Where is the Arts and Craft Show?
MSU Union - 49 Abbott, East Lansing Michigan, 48825
The Winter Arts and Craft Show is held indoors. The Spring Arts and Craft Show is held outdoors, on the MSU Union Grounds.
When is the Arts and Craft Show?
- The Winter Arts and Craft Show is always held the first weekend of December.
- The Spring Arts and Craft Show is held in late May, on the same weekend as the East Lansing Arts Festival.
- Tentative future dates are:
- May 20 & 21st, 2023
- May 18th & 19th, 2024
- May 17th & 18th, 2025
- Tentative future dates are:
How do I apply?
- We only accept applications on Zapplication.
- All communications regarding for the Arts and Crafts Show will be sent via Zapplication or from uab@msu.edu.
- Our returning vendors have priority booth placement.
Anticipated Timeline
New Vendor Application Timeline:
Application Opens | February 8th
Jury: Round 1 | March 8th
Round 1 Acceptance Letters | March 21st
Jury: Round 2 | April 5th
Round 2 Acceptance Letters | April 19th
Confirmation & Payment Deadline | May 5th
Refund Deadline | May 5th
Waitlist Acceptance | April 19th - May 11th
On-Site Details Sent | May 10th
Returning Vendor Timeline:
Invitations Sent | February 8th
Confirmation and Payment Due | March 8th
Refund Deadline | May 5 2023
*Invited Artists are still able to withdraw from the show and receive a refund before the payment/refund deadline. Invited artists who do not confirm their attendance and purchase their booth before the priority deadline will be moved to the general application process. They will not retain their booth placement.
Fees:
Application/Jury Fee: $30 (Non-refundable)
Single Booth: Winter: $210; Spring: $260
Double Booth: Winter: $480; Spring $550
Storage (Optional): 5 x 8 space* - $40 (non-refundable, available Winter Show only)
* Storage will be located on the Ground Floor of the MSU Union. Each room will have several crafters assigned to the room. The rooms will be secured at all times and crafters must be listed on the access list to enter.
Booth Size:
Winter: Single Booth: 5 x 8, Double Booth 5 x 16
Spring: Single Booth: 10 x 10, Double Booth 10 x 20
What Should I Expect?
Below you will find several key documents that provide additional information on what you should expect at our Arts and Craft Show.
Please note these documents are reference materials. They may not be updated for the next show.
Important Documents:
Food Safety/License Verification Process
Spring Arts and Craft Show:
2023 Spring Booth Map *** Please note that landscaping changes can result in changes to this map.
Winter Arts and Craft Show:
