Call for Artists

Reiman Gardens offers area artists the opportunity to showcase their talents and services throughout each year. Check the cards below for more information on upcoming events, their dates, and application instructions.

Garden Piano

Call for Artists: The Sound Garden Piano Project

Reiman Gardens is seeking artists to transform working upright pianos into unique outdoor art installations. The exhibit will feature painted and artistically customized pianos alongside other musical installations from mid-May through October 2027. Application deadline is January 19, 2027.

Close up of colorful flowers

Ames Garden Club Flower Show

June 27, 2026

Gardeners of all experience levels are invited to showcase their best blooms, foliage, and garden favorites in a welcoming and educational environment. Must apply by June 18, 2026.

Garden Art Fair at Reiman Gardens 2023

Garden Art Fair

July 12, 2026

Grow with us! Be featured artist at one of Iowa's fastest-growing art festivals!

Holiday Market at Reiman Gardens 2025

Holiday Market

November 21, 2026

Home for the holidays blooms here! Enjoy art, food, shopping, butterflies, the RG Express Train Exhibit, and the beauty of the Gardens.

Community Engagement

Showcase your group or organization as a performer at one of our annual events. Examples of past performances include the Robert Thomas Dance Studio at the Spring Enchantment Festival and the Ames High School choir at Winter Wonderscape.

Food Truck Vendors

Interested in being a food truck vendor for one of our events? Reiman Gardens utilizes food trucks at many of our larger festivities, like Garden Art Fair, outdoor summer concerts, and Rovers at Reiman. 

Food truck at Garden Art Fair
Super Dog Food Truck Smaller Res
HyVee at Garden Art Fair