The Art Crawl 2025

WELCOME BACK TO THE ART CRAWL 2025!

Join us for the 2025 Art Crawl in Downtown Farmingdale - bigger and better than ever! We're excited to bring you two fantastic events this year, one in Spring and one in Fall.

Made possible by the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, Farmingdale Business Improvement District, and many other valued sponsors.

About the Art Crawl:

Our mission is to create an environment where the arts, music, and local businesses across Long Island can collaboratively work together. We started the Art Crawl to address the limited cultural diversity in the art scene and lack of opportunities for independent creatives. Since then, we've grown significantly, attracting over [Number] attendees and generating [Estimated amount] in sales for local businesses at our last Art Crawl, with increased participation from local businesses, corporate sponsors, and a wider audience.

With over 70 artists, makers, and musicians at our last Art Crawl, we're committed to making this event a premier destination for artists in the Tri-state area, thanks to the support of the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, the Village of Farmingdale, and our growing community of artists.

Event Details:

• Dates:
  • Spring: Sunday, May 4th, 2025
  • Fall: Saturday, October 4th, 2025
• Time: 12 PM - 5 PM
• Location: Main Street, Farmingdale (Hub at The Nutty Irishman)

• Rain Dates:
  • Spring: Sunday, May 18th, 2025
  • Fall: Saturday, October 18th, 2025

• Event Layout: 
  • South End of Main Street: Tents for artists and sponsors (10ft x 10ft spaces)
  • North End of Main Street: Tables for vendors in front of participating businesses (6ft x 4ft spaces)

Who Can Participate:

Open to artists working with: Acrylic, watercolor, oil paint, charcoal, pastel, glass, mixed media, wood, airbrush, clay, photography, digital art, metals, fabrics, and select handmade items. Commercially produced items are not permitted. Other creative small businesses may be considered, but priority will be given to the categories listed above.

VENDOR FEE INCLUDES:

• One 6-foot table and one chair (table spaces only)
• 10'x10' tent (tent spaces only) – Vendors must provide their own tables/chairs for tent spaces.
• Commemorative event lanyard
• Personalized digital flyers
• 2-3 professional event photos
• Prioritized customer service

Important Vendor Information:

• No Electricity/Wi-Fi: The event does not provide electricity or Wi-Fi for vendors. Generators are permitted, but must be quiet and comply with local regulations.
• Parking: Parking is available throughout Farmingdale. Please note that street parking along Main Street will be closed during the event. Vendors will have access to their designated spaces for setup and parking prior to the event opening.

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

Your vendor fee contributes to the support of:

• Staffing
• Independent musicians
• Media coverage
• Community-wide marketing efforts
• Advocacy for the Arts & Culture sector
• Independent public arts projects    

Colored Colors does not receive any state or county funding for our programs. Your support goes a long way and allows us to foster inclusive and innovative Arts & Culture programs within our communities.

APPLICATION REVIEW AND FEES:

Applications are typically reviewed within 24-48 hours. If approved, your card will be charged immediately.

• First Application Deadline:
  • Spring: April 20th, 2025, 11:59 PM
  • Fall: September 1st, 2025, 11:59 PM
• Late Fee: A $20 late fee applies after the first application deadline.

COMMUNICATION

All communication will be conducted through EVENTENY. Please download the app.

REASONS FOR APPLICATION REJECTION

• Past no-shows at Colored Colors events
• Rude or negative communication with staff
• Issued chargebacks
• Violation of community guidelines