15th Annual Third Ward Art Festival

The 15th Annual Third Ward Art Festival takes place on Labor Day Weekend in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward, located three blocks south of downtown. The upscale arts and fashion district features dynamic restaurants, galleries, theaters, and unique shopping. The festival will have approximately 200 artist exhibit spaces with wide sidewalks and outdoor café seating.

Artists keep all sales income from the show. Booth spaces are 12' wide by 10' deep ($750) or 20' wide by 10' deep ($1,500), with corner space upgrades available for an additional $300. Amdur Productions provides on-site staff support throughout the festival, including booth sitting assistance, load-in help on Friday evening and Saturday morning, and set-up/take-down help (fees apply). Tents, tent weights, tables, chairs, and limited pro-panel walls are available for rent. Over-night security is provided, and hotel discounts are available through local partners.

Application deadline is January 18, 2027. Festival acceptances will be notified online by February 18, 2027, with registration forms and show fees due by March 18, 2027. Late applications are accepted after January 18 with additional fees. Refunds are available until April 1, 2027 (less $50). All artwork must be original work created by the applying artist(s) and must be for sale. AI-created art is permitted if clearly identified. Accepted artists must be present during all festival hours. White tents are required, and all tables must be skirted to the ground. For over 40 years, Amdur Productions has organized prestigious juried art festivals throughout the Midwest, with many rated in Sunshine Artist Magazine's top 100.