Denise Haynie, Ricki O’Keeffe, and Vince Rossi
The Art at Sun Lakes 16th annual art show fundraiser will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a rain date of Saturday, March 14, 2026. This amazing show features a wide range of art and crafts, including paintings in various mediums, pottery, gourds, jewelry, photography, woodworking, and much more. It will be held around the beautiful, scenic north lake in Cottonwood, just south of the tennis courts.
The show is a fundraiser for the Arizona Fire & Medical Authority (AFMA) Firefighters Charities, which aids community members following accidents, fires, medical emergencies, and other needs. All proceeds from the event will go to these charities.
Application Process:
• Exciting news: The new artatsunlakes.com website will be available for vendor registration on Oct. 26. Remember, the sooner you sign up and secure your site, the more likely you are to get your favorite spot for 2026.
• Artists and crafters who are unable to access the application online can request it by emailing admin@artatsunlakes.com with their name, email address, and phone number. New vendor applicants must submit three photos of their work for the juried selection process.
Details for Applications:
• Applications are also available in the Sun Lakes Art Rooms, Cottonwood Palo Verde Administration office, and IronOaks lobby.
• The deadline for applications is Feb. 1, 2026.
• The application fee is $70, which includes a table and two chairs. Extra tables are $20 each, and extra chairs are $5 each. Artists and crafters are encouraged to bring someone with them to help during breaks. Shade is not provided, so artists and crafters should bring their own.
• There are approximately 115 spaces available, so early submission is recommended to guarantee a spot.
For additional details, artists and crafters can reach out via email to admin@artatsunlakes.com or call Denise Haynie at 503-572-8018. If no answer, please leave your name, phone number, and a brief message.