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Art Fair on the Square

Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026

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2026 Art Fair on the Square

2026 Art Fair on the Square Schedule
Saturday • July 11 • 9 AM – 6 PM
Sunday • July 12 • 10 AM – 5 PM

One of the Midwest’s most popular and highly regarded outdoor celebrations of the arts will return to the Capitol Square on Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026, as MMoCA presents the 68th annual Art Fair on the Square.

With its mix of music, entertainment, and outdoor dining, as well as over 500 artists exhibiting paintings, prints, photographs, sculpture, jewelry, handmade clothing and accessories, and fine craft, the fair draws nearly 200,000 visitors to Madison’s Capitol Square.

Free Admission


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Apply to Participate

Applications for the 2026 Art Fair on the Square open in mid-November.

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Application FAQ

Have a question about applying to showcase your art at Art Fair on the Square? Check here first!

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2025 Artists

Peruse a list of participating artists in the 2025 Art Fair on the Square.

Artist holding a large art canvas talking to an art fair visitor.Award Winners

2025 Best of Show

Find out who won the 2025 Best of Show awards.

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Sponsorship

Sponsors of the Art Fair on the Square help MMoCA offer free Museum admission to nearly 200,000 visitors annually and provide ongoing education programs for the community.

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Food Vendors

Applications for food vendors open in March 2026.

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Entertainment

Applications for entertainment open in March 2026.


Past Programs

2025 program

Take a look back at the 2025 Art Fair on the Square.

2024 program

Take a look back at the 2024 Art Fair on the Square.

Painting of a fox.

2023 program

Take a look back at the 2023 Art Fair on the Square.

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2022 program

Take a look back at the 2022 Art Fair on the Square.

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2021 Program

Take a look back at the 2021 Art Fair on the Square.

2019 Program

Take a look back at the 2019 Art Fair on the Square.


2025 Sponsors

We thank the generous sponsors of the 2025 Art Fair on the Square. Their incredible support helps making the 2025 event successful and memorable for nearly 200,000 visitors.

MAJOR SPONSOR

Findorff Builders Since 1890

GOLD

Artful Home
Wildwood Pro Acquisitions Design Produce Promote
Wisconsin Lottery

SILVER

Ho Chunk Gaming Madison
Next Door and Window
All American Gutter Protection

OFFICAL HOTEL SPONSOR

DoubleTree by Hilton

FRIENDS OF THE FAIR

Lake Effect Human Resources & Law LLC
Hooper Foundation
Isthmus Partners
Destree Design Architects

Erin Bemis and Lucas Henning


KIDS’ AREA SPONSOR

Incredible Bank

MEDIA SPONSORS

WKOW TV
Madison Magazine
Isthmus

BEER AND WINE GARDEN PARTNERS


Working Draft Beer
Square Wine Company

Contributors

MMoCA us grateful to the many local businesses for their generous in-kind contributions to the event: Artist & Craftsman Supply, Bagels Forever, City of Madison Water Utility, Festival Foods, Ian’s Pizza, Madison Sourdough, and Moka.

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