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City of Miami Beach
1700 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Phone: 305.673.7000

Artist Vendors

Tourism & Culture Menu

For those interested in displaying their own individually created photography, jewelry, sculptures, sketches, and crafts.

How to obtain an Artist Vendor License within the City of Miami Beach

  • Where do I pay for and file my Application?

    At the City of Miami Beach's Customer Service Center
    1755 Meridian Ave, 1st Floor
    Miami Beach, FL 33139

    Operating hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM, excluding holidays.

  • When is the next Certification Session?

    This meeting is held the SECOND WEDNESDAY of every month at 10:00 AM in-person at the Tourism & Culture Department, 1755 Meridian Ave., 5th Floor, Miami Beach FL 33139.
    Please arrive to the office on time. Artists will be reviewed on a first-come-first-serve basis, and artists arriving after 11 AM will not be reviewed.

  • What do I need to bring to the Certification Session?

    Please complete the โ€œApplication for Certificate Street Artisan or Craftspersonโ€ file from Customer Service and bring it to your session.  Also, please ensure that you bring examples of completed works, works in progress, and materials to physically show your artisanal process.
    Photo examples of your set up, studio, workplace, receipts of material, etc. are encouraged as well to get a better idea of your artisanal process. Without these materials it is possible that you will be asked to return the following month for proper review.

  • What is the โ€œLotteryโ€ and where do I apply?

    The Lottery is an opportunity to enter a drawing and โ€œwinโ€ one of the top 48 locations to display your art/craft on Miami Beach. Licensed Artisans may apply for the Lottery at the Customer Service Center (1755 Meridian Ave, 1st Floor). Drawings for the Lottery take place every 3 months, and detailed calendar of drawings are available with Customer Service. 

  • Who do I contact if I have any other questions?

    For any additional questions, please contact Customer Service at (305) 673-7420 or Tourism and Culture (305) 673-7577.

Office Info:

Tourism & Culture Department

Special Events and Film Division 

Cultural Affairs Division

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