biennial of the americas vendor fees

Denver’s big international event, Biennial of the Americas, is going ‘hyper-local’ because of US politics — Photo by K on Pex

Why Hyper‑Local Politics Keeps Raising Biennial Fees (Fix)

In 2024, the Biennial’s vendor fee rose from $150 to $210 per artwork, a 40% increase driven by hyper-local political changes. The jump reflects new zoning rules, tighter permit processes and added compliance costs that hit artists’ bottom lines. As a result, many creators wonder whether the festival remains