WAM 2026: Back at the Farm & Built by You!
The Waunakee Artisan Market (WAM) returns to the beautiful Schumacher Farm on Saturday, October 3, 2026. True to our mission, WAM remains a market "for artists, by artists," designed to showcase the incredible talent in our region while fostering a supportive creative community.
The Membership Model:
WAM is now a membership-based event. While you are not required to be a member to submit your work to the jury, all participating artists must be active Create Waunakee members to exhibit. This model allows us to support you year-round with benefits like our new Creatives Directory and exclusive community ticket discounts through the Overture Center.
Call for Volunteers
To keep WAM sustainable, artist-focused, and affordable for everyone, we rely on the energy of our community. We are looking for volunteers to join our planning committee! Whether you have a few hours a month to help with logistics or want to lend a hand on the day of the event, your involvement is what keeps our costs low and our impact high. Help us shape the future of this market!
Acknowledgements
Our Event Sponsors
In-Kind Sponsors
and Special Thanks
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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 to come
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.