Arts Derbyshire

26.02.2026

Wirksworth Festival – applications for artists are now open

Applications are now open for the Wirksworth Festival Arts & Architecture Trail, taking place on the 12th and 13th September and artists are needed from all disciplines to be part of this amazing event, which sees 100 artists exhibit at venues all over the town.

It’s free to apply and a fee is only payable if selected. Applications close at 17:00 pm 16th March

Over 140 artists exhibit with us during the Art Trail Weekend. If you would like to be considered all applications must be made through the form on our website but before you start you must read the 2026 Trail Application Pack. The pack gives full details of the event including:

  • The Venues
  • The Selection Process
  • The Application Categories
  • 2026 Fees
  • Image requirements

There is no application fee. The selection panel will advise all applicants of the results. All successful Artists will be notified of their selection by email which will include our invoice. Artists selected must email confirmation of our offer attaching their Public Liability Insurance and making full payment by bank transfer by the 16th of May 2026. The application will be withdrawn after this date and offered to a selected reserve.

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