FAQs

What is the Earth Day Every Day Festival?   
The Langston Boulevard Alliance has partnered with Arlington Arts, Arlington Libraries, the Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia, Small Trees for Large Canopies, the Friends of Urban Agriculture, Capital Bikeshare, Ecoaction, Department of Environmental Services, and more to celebrate Earth Day with our second annual street festival. The festival will feature a juried art market, kids’ art activities, the Arlington Library Truck, live music, food, environmental education and much more!

How is the festival being promoted?
Langston Boulevard Alliance will be promoting the festival through paid advertising and social media, a forthcoming dedicated website, our newsletters, and our many, many partnership organizations mentioned above.

Am I eligible?
If you are receiving this invitation, you are eligible! The festival can accommodate approximately 34 artist vendor tents. All artists are invited to apply, but due to limited availability, not everyone will be selected. As this is an an Earth Day event, we are prioritizing vendors with a sustainability component – reclaimed, recycled, upcycled, nature-related, though this criteria is not required.

How do I apply?
Applications are accepted online through December 10, 2026. Space is limited: Please respond as soon as possible. Applications will be finalized by January 5, 2027.

What are the Fees?
Earth Day Every Day vendors pay a booth fee of $150 for a full 10 x 10 space. A shared booth space costs $75 and LBA will work with artists to pair them with other vendors in this shared space. These fees includes tent rental, setup and takedown of all tents, as well as two tables and two chairs per booth. All art vendors will be utilizing the same professional white 10’ x 20’ tents to allow for a streamlined setup. You are welcome to hang signs/banners on the tents or tables to promote your business. Fees are non-refundable after March 31.

What if it rains?
The event will be held rain or shine.

When is set up and break down?
Road closes at 7 am. Set up will be allowed between 9:30-11 am. Break down will be allowed from 5 – 6:30 pm. Staging for dropoff will be at LBA office. Detailed instructions to follow.