5 Reasons to Exhibit at the BFA

1. Deadlines extended!
Due to inclement weather and the response from our artists, we are extending our application deadline to April 30th. Acceptance notifications will be sent to artists by May 15.

2. We take plastic!
Brandywine Festival of the Arts now accepts credit cards for all application and booth fees. Application fees will be charged to your credit card upon receipt; booth fees will be charged upon acceptance to the festival.

3. We have press!
This year, we plan on spending more money on marketing than ever before in the history of the Festival. The News Journal has already agreed to be a sponsor of the show, and we are always thinking of new ways to publicize the event. For a list of recent media coverage, check out our press page.

4. We are artist-friendly!
We consider the artists to be our main event, so we have recently implemented changes based on your feedback and input. To support the artist-centered philosophy held by producer Barry Schlecker, the BFA's advisory council is made up of elite artists and seasoned festival attendees, including John Schoonover, Olga Ganoudis, Mitch Lyons, Larry Anderson, and Joy Davis. Artists can expected to have their concerns heard, their requests considered, and their needs met to the best of our ability.

5. We're turning 50!
Join us for this banner year as the Festival turns half a century! Be part of the tradition and apply today!

If you are interested in exhibiting, providing food, or playing music, please contact Barry at 302-690-5555 or send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and visit our exhibitors page.