Holiday Thieves Market 2026

Summer of the Arts' Holiday Thieves Market is a two-day fine art show featuring approximately 90 artists at the Hyatt Regency's Expo Hall in Coralville, Iowa. The 2026 market runs December 5–6, with Saturday hours of 10 AM–6 PM and Sunday hours of 10 AM–4 PM. Artists display and sell original artwork; prints are permitted within the stated limit.

Artists must be age 18 or above, may display and sell only original artwork in the category in which they are accepted, and must be present for the duration of the market. Prints of original artwork may not comprise more than 50% of the work displayed for sale. Commercially manufactured items, import items, food, commercially cast jewelry, and works of art from molds and kits are not acceptable. The application fee is $25, non-refundable. Booth fees are $175 for a 10'x10' space or $350 for a double booth; if accepted, booth fees must be paid by October 10, 2026, as stated on the source. Additional fees apply for electricity access or table rentals from the Hyatt Regency. Setup is Friday, December 4, no earlier than 9 PM, and Saturday, December 5, from 7:30–9:30 AM. Teardown begins immediately after the show ends Sunday, December 6, at 4 PM, and the space must be cleared by 7:30 PM. Cancellations received by November 5, 2026, receive a refund of booth fees paid less a $30 cancellation fee; no refunds are provided after that date.