Art Fair on the Square
Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026
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
List of Participating Artists2025 Participating Artists
Peruse a list of participating artists in the 2025 Art Fair on the Square.
Award Winners2025 Best of Show
Find out who won the 2025 Best of Show awards.
Learn More2025 Program
Flip through the pages of the 2025 Art Fair on the Square program for maps, schedules, and more information.
Learn MoreBudget Friendly Booths
Worried about enjoying Art Fair on the Square on a budget? Don’t be! Art Fair offers enjoyment across all price points. Check out these artists offering select works for $50 or less.
Volunteer
Teamwork makes the dream work! Volunteers greet guests at the fair, provide breaks for exhibiting artists, and more.
See the lineupEntertainment
Art Fair on the Square features a diverse lineup of music and dance performances all weekend long!
See the MenuFood Vendors
Enjoy a variety of food form different vendors all day during Art Fair on the Square.
Learn MoreSponsorship
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.
Parking
Admission is free to this grand summertime event! Simply navigate to Madison’s Capitol Square and enjoy a weekend of fun.
You can find a variety of parking options in downtown Madison with the Parking Utility website or the downtown parking map. See current vacant parking spots.
Learn MoreMuse at Art Fair on the Square
After Art Fair on the Square winds down on Saturday, head over to the Beer and Wine Garden for a special edition of Muse.
Past Programs
2024 program
Take a look back at the 2024 Art Fair on the Square.
2023 program
Take a look back at the 2023 Art Fair on the Square.
2022 program
Take a look back at the 2022 Art Fair on the Square.
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.
2018 Program
Take a look back at the 2018 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
GOLD
SILVER
OFFICAL HOTEL SPONSOR
FRIENDS OF THE FAIR
Erin Bemis and Lucas Henning
KIDS’ AREA SPONSOR
MEDIA SPONSORS
BEER AND WINE GARDEN PARTNERS
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.