What is WAM?
Discover a world of art at the 5th annual Waunakee Artisan Market (WAM), taking place on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, at the beautiful Schumacher Farm Park. As a juried art event run by artists for artists, WAM is dedicated to showcasing exceptional artistic creations in an environment designed for success. We are committed to keeping booth costs low for participating artists and even offer free booth spaces for selected student artists, coupled with a valuable mentoring program and scholarship opportunities. Our careful curation process ensures a high standard of quality and a diverse yet balanced representation of artistic mediums, fostering a marketplace where talented artists can thrive and connect with discerning art lovers. Join us for a day of creativity, complemented by live music and local food trucks in an idyllic farm setting.
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VENDORS
The goal of the Waunakee Artisan Market is to provide a selling venue that is artist-centered. This is an artisan market, not a craft fair. We want to keep the booth fee low & the quality high in a fun & beautiful atmosphere appealing to both shoppers and vendors. Our first priority is to provide a profitable venue for our local artists.
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STUDENT
VENDORS
The Waunakee Artisan Market is offering 10 free juried booth scholarships available to high school and college student artists. Scholarships are open to any high school students in the Waunakee School District or college students whose family home is in Waunakee, Westport, Dane, or Vienna. As part of this scholarship program, recipients receive mentoring from a local professional artist.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2025 WAUNAKEE ARTISAN MARKET - CLOSED!
Our Student Mentorship & Scholarship Program
The Olivia Karls Memorial Mentorship & Scholarship Program empowers emerging student artists by offering financial support and connecting them with seasoned local professionals. This initiative honors Olivia’s legacy by helping young creatives turn passion into purpose, fostering both artistic growth and community connection.