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Art Fair on the Square

Saturday, July 8 and Sunday, July 9, 2023

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Photo by Shalicia Johnson/ArrowStar Photography.

About

Admission Free

One of the Midwest’s most popular and highly regarded outdoor celebrations of the arts will return to the Capitol Square on Saturday, July 8 and Sunday, July 9, 2023, as MMoCA presents the 65th 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.

2023 Art Fair Schedule

Saturday, July 8, 2023 (9 AM–6 PM)
Sunday, July 9, 2023 (10 AM–5 PM)


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2022 Participating Artists

Revisit the 2022 Fair by perusing the list of participating artists. Artists for 2023 will be announced in June.

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Sponsorship

By sponsoring Art Fair on the Square, you’re helping MMoCA offer free museum admission to nearly 200,000 visitors annually and to provide ongoing education programs for the community.

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Official Hotel

MMoCA welcomes DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown as the official hotel sponsor of the 2023 Art Fair on the Square. This contemporary property offers complimentary, local shuttle service and also goes to and from the Dane County Regional Airport. Ideally located in the heart of Downtown Madison, guests can easily walk to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, the Kohl Center, Capitol square, MMoCA, Overture Center for the Arts, and the vibrant State Street shopping and entertainment district.

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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.

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VOLUNTEER

Teamwork makes the dream work! Greet guests at the fair, provide breaks for exhibiting artists, and more. Sign up early to get your preferred task or shift.

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Artist Application

Applications for the 2023 Art Fair on the Square have closed. The deadline to apply was March 1, 2023.

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Entertainment

Art Fair on the Square features a diverse lineup of music and dance performances all weekend long at three different stages!

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Food VendorS

While you shop the Fair, enjoy a variety of drinks, international cuisine, and locally-sourced food—including vegetarian and gluten-free options—at booths around the Square.


Past Programs

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2022 program

The program contains the artist listing, map, entertainment lineup, list of food vendors, featured artist profile, and more.

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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.

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2018 Program

Take a look back at the 2018 Art Fair on the Square.


2023 Sponsors to Date

We thank the generous sponsors of the 2023 Art Fair on the Square. Their incredible support helps make the 2023 event successful and memorable for nearly 200,000 visitors.

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