Call for Entry
Artists and Makers Market
Market for Artists & Makers: Presented by Visual Arts Scotland SCIO at Dalkeith Palace & Country Park.
Deadline for submissions: August 31st 2026
Market Dates: October 10th – 11th 2026
Market Location: Dalkeith Palace, Dalkeith Country Park, Dalkeith, EH22 2NA
About the Market
Visual Arts Scotland SCIO (VAS) invites invites you to apply for our second Artist & Maker Market, taking place this October at the iconic Dalkeith Palace and Country Park. Reach hundreds of visitors in a stunning historic venue just outside Edinburgh. Connect with a vibrant, curated community of Scotland’s best contemporary artists and makers. Showcase and sell your work in a supportive and professional environment. Whether you’re an emerging artist or an established maker, this is your chance to take part in a high-profile, curated market.
Notes for Applicants
The Artist & Maker Market will take place on:
Public Dates: Saturday 10th – Sunday 11th October 2026
Public Times: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM daily
Public Car Parking: £3 per day
Entry: Free to the public
Exhibitors Information:
Setup: Friday 9th October, 2 PM – 4 PM or Saturday 10th October 7.30-9.30AM
Pack-down: Sunday 11th October, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
2-Day Pitch Fees for an Interior Table (182x76x76cm)
• VAS Members: £120 (£60/day)
• Non-Members: £180 (£90/day)
Please note all tables come with a white table cloth.
Submissions
TO APPLY: https://app.dapplehq.com/o/visual-arts-scotland-scio
You can join VAS via our website or emailing admin@visualartsscotland.org.
We will notify all artists of the outcome of their submission following the submission deadline, the exact date for results will depend on the volume of submissions, likely within 2-3 days of the deadline. Detailed information packs will be emailed out following selection.
If you have any questions about the exhibition or submissions process please direct these to admin@visualartsscotland.org
Submission Guidelines
The Artists’ and Makers’ Market brings together contemporary artists, designers and craft makers. Work should be original and for sale directly the public. We welcome emerging and established practitioners working across all disciplines.
