The Third Ward Art Festival begins this year at the beginning of Labor Day weekend and features the work of nearly 200 artists from across the country.
Visitors can purchase artwork and interact with artists at various performances at the festival. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2024 Third Ward Art Festival.
When will the Third Ward Art Festival 2024 take place?
The Third Ward Art Festival takes place from August 31 to September 1. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days.
Where will the Third Ward Art Festival 2024 take place?
The Third Ward Art Festival takes place in Milwaukee’s Third Ward on Broadway Street from St. Paul to Menomonee.
Artist line-up 2024:
The festival features over 200 artists from across the country using a variety of media including ceramics, fiberglass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, drawing and photography. A full list of artists participating in the festival can be found here.
How much does it cost to participate in the Third Ward Art Festival 2024?
The festival is free and open to the public.
Are there kid-friendly activities at the Third Ward Art Festival?
The festival will feature an interactive art tent for children and face painting. According to the website, there will also be a tent where artists will invite children to learn more about the art-making process.
Third Ward Art Festival 2024 map:
Where can I park at the Third Ward Art Festival 2024?
Public parking garages are located at 212 N. Milwaukee St. and 225 E. Chicago St. and are available for an hourly rate.
The Third Ward is a stop on the Hop streetcar line and Milwaukee County bus routes. Festivalgoers can also park their Bublr bike rentals at docking stations in St. Paul/Broadway, Menomonee/Erie and Jefferson/Erie.
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This article originally appeared in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Third Ward Art Festival 2024 in Milwaukee: Dates, parking, artist list
