Art Fair on the Square
Saturday, July 8 and Sunday, July 9, 2023
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, 2022 (9 AM–6 PM)
Sunday, July 9, 2022 (10 AM–5 PM)
2022 Participating Artists
Plan your visit by previewing the list of participating artists.
2022 program
The program contains the artist listing, map, entertainment lineup, list of food vendors, featured artist profile, and more.
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.
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.
Official Hotel
MMoCA welcomed DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown as the official hotel sponsor of the 2022 Art Fair on the Square. This recently renovated property offers free parking and shuttle service. Ideally located in the heart of Madison, guests can walk to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, the Kohl Center, the State Capitol square, MMoCA, Overture Center for the Arts, and the vibrant State Street shopping and entertainment district.
Plan Your Visit
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. Explore the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Madison, the official hotel of Art Fair on the Square.
Artist Application
Artist applications for the 2022 Art Fair on the Square closed on March 6, 2022. Applications for the 2023 event open in mid-November 2022.
ENTERTAINMENT
Enjoy a diverse lineup of music and dance performances all weekend long at three different stages! There’s music for many tastes, including Afro-Columbian music, pop, and folk/Americana vibes.
Past Programs
2022 Sponsors
We thank the generous sponsors of the 2022 event. Their incredible support helps make the 2022 Art Fair on the Square successful and memorable for nearly 200,000 visitors.
