Thinking about taking part in Dorset Art Weeks 2026?

Creatives from all over Dorset are planning how they are going to taking part in next years Dorset Art Weeks.
Either opening up their own working studio or getting together with fellow artists to show their work in a shared space...the possibilities are endless!

If you are new to DAW and thinking about taking part, have a look through our website. It has all the information you need to know about what taking part involves and what you get for your fee. Check out the Artist FAQs for common questions, and if you can't find what you are looking for just email us.

We welcome Dorset based artists, designers, makers, curators, and galleries to register their venues for DAW26.

DAW exists for the purposes of promoting the making of original works of art and craft and to provide an opportunity for the public to become involved in the arts by meeting the artists, seeing their work and how it is produced. DAW is open to all artists and makers from passionate amateurs to professional artists across all mediums.

DORSET ART WEEKS
23 MAY - 7 JUNE 2026

REGISTRATION OPENS
3 NOVEMBER UNTIL 10 DECEMBER 2025

Image credit: Flora Roberts, DAW24 participant.