Millennium Art Festival 2026

Located 2 blocks north of Millennium Park, the 18th Millennium Art Festival returns to downtown Chicago as a 2 day show. More than 175,000 people visit the area daily for work or play at the Chicago Art Institute, the famous Millennium Park, and the "Bean". The festival takes place right off the famous Michigan Avenue on Lake Street, close to a vast array of cultural amenities in the heart of the city.

This urban show features about 140 exhibitor spaces where artists keep all their sales income. Amdur Productions staff is present on site throughout the entire festival to assist artists from load in to load out. Friday evening and Saturday morning load-in is available, with artists able to drive up to or very close to their booth space. Additional services include booth sitting, equipment rental (tents, tables, chairs), ProPanel wall rentals, and set up/take down assistance for fees. The festival provides overnight security, discounted hotel rates, and discounted parking suggestions.

Space fees are $750 for 12' x 10' spaces and $1,475 for 20' x 10' spaces, with an additional $300 corner fee upgrade available. All artwork must be original, created by the accepted artist, and for sale. Artists must be present during all festival hours and use white tents only. The application is free and requires 5 images plus a booth shot. Early bird applications are accepted through November 30, 2025, with the application deadline of January 16, 2026. Notifications are sent February 16, 2026, with awards bestowed at the festival.