Venues FAQ
Whether you’re a first-time Venue Manager or a returning partner, this guide will help you navigate ArtPrize 2025. From venue requirements to artist coordination, event logistics, and visitor support, you’ll find all the key details here.
Key Dates
Venue Registration Opens: March 2 (Closes April 2)
Returning Venue? Login and pay registration fee.
New Venue? Create your Account.
Artist + Designer Registration Opens: March 18 (Closes May 28)
ArtPrize 2026 Begins: September 17
FAQs
What is it?
ArtPrize is an international art competition and cultural event held annually in Grand Rapids, MI. Businesses, organizations, and public spaces open their doors to artworks from all over the world, creating a citywide gallery. Viewing is free and open to the public.
ArtPrize is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supported by corporate, foundation, governmental, and individual donations.
When is it?
ArtPrize run September 17 to October 3, 2026
Why be an ArtPrize venue?
The benefit of being an ArtPrize venue is not only for economic gain. As a venue, you also become an integral part of the art community. Offering your space as a venue creates opportunities for artists to showcase their art, facilitate connections, and potentially sell their work or find commissions.
How much is it?
To participate as a venue, the registration fee is $175
Where is it?
ArtPrize is located in Grand Rapids, MI. It covers a 4.5 square mile area in the downtown district. Artist entries are displayed in local businesses, churches, parks, restaurants, etc throughout the district.
Are there grants available?
ArtPrize offers grants to venues. The Grants Page provides details on eligibility and application requirements.
How do I find artists?
During the registration period, starting in March, artists pay for and register their entries on our website, and simultaneously, local Grand Rapids businesses, parks, restaurants, galleries, museums, churches, schools, etc., register their venues in order to host artwork. This is the first step for both artists and venues; the next step is what we call "Connections". Connections, which are facilitated through our website, are similar to a dating app. In this instance, though, it is the artists and venues that are matchmaking together. The filtering of artwork is completed through the connections process and is what is the final seal on participating for both artists and venues.
How do I get help?
Please email support@artprize.org with general questions. Specific questions concerning exhibiting and participating, please email exhibitions@artprize.org
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