Art in Wilder Park 2026 - Last Day!

Join us for day 2 in Wilder Park, 175 South Cottage Hill Ave. for the 29th Annual Art in Wilder Park Festival, drawing thousands of visitors, artists, food vendors and community partners to Elmhurst's Culture Campus each year.

THANK YOU TO OUR FESTIVAL SPONSORS

Explore over 100 booths showcasing unique, handcrafted treasures including jewelry, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, photography, and fiber arts created by talented Midwest artists. Enjoy a variety of artisan food vendors alongside community partner and sponsor displays, all set against the picturesque backdrop of Wilder Park.

Families will love the interactive Kids Court, a dedicated space filled with engaging, hands-on activities. Participate in our free scavenger hunt and win fun prizes.

The Elmhurst Art Museum will be free and open from 12PM until 5PM during the Art in Wilder Park festival to present the 2026 D205 Showcase featuring over 50 artworks by students (selected by their teachers) from D205 schools.

Art in Wilder Park is more than just an art fair—it’s a cherished community tradition that unites creativity and culture. Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of art and community!

All artists for Art in Wilder Park have been confirmed. Thank you to our jurors, Whitney Bradshaw and Fatima Hendricks for dedicating their time in selecting a diverse group of artists for 2026!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

We have many volunteer opportunities available for Art in Wilder Park including artist check in, visitor assistant, working the museum info booth, assisting at the education booth, and more! If you're interested in volunteering, please complete our Volunteer Form. Questions: Reach out to Annē Edulan at anne@elmhurstartmuseum.org

If you're interested in being apart of the festival as a Sponsor, Food Vendor, Kids Court Member or Community Partner, sign up at the links!