
August 1-2
West Bend

Join the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) at its annual Art & Chalk Fest—a live arts weekend on Saturday and Sunday, August 1-2 in West Bend, WI. This FREE, outdoor, live arts festival is set amidst the museum’s four-acre campus and features artists from the Wisconsin arts community.
Experience chalk artists creating large-scale works of chalk art right before your eyes, watch a glass-blowing demo in a mobile hot shop, or see clay sculpted into handmade vessels on a pottery wheel all while listening to live music. Visit the expanded Activity Zone to participate in Chalk the Street or get creative with hands-on art projects. Enjoy the best of Wisconsin art with FREE museum admission on Saturday and Sunday.
Chalk Artists

Chalk Art Creations
Art & Chalk Fest brings together a diverse pool of creatives in celebration. For two jam-packed days, live art will animate the museum grounds.
Chalk artists will render amazing large-scale compositions on a 10×10-foot parcel of pavement. Throughout the two days, stop back to see the creations come to life, from initial sketches to full-blown ephemeral works of art.
2026 Chalk Artists
Katie Bogan
Peter Davidson
Annmarie Geniusz
Kaylee Goodman
Shelley Heath
Carli Ihde
Jennifer Joseph
Kinsley Kohls
Mike Larson
Kendall Laurent
Kanoe Montaño
Craig and Jamie Rogers
John Soukup
Clare Speece
Amanda Stout
Emily Willey
Autumn Zaehringer


OUTSTANDING DESIGN WINNER 2025
Madelyn Hohler, 2025

PEOPLE’S CHOICE WINNER 2025
Peter Davidson, 2025

Kimberly Wood, 2025

Annmarie Geniusz, 2025

Kaylee Goodman, 2025

Shelley Heath, 2025

Johnathan J Buggs, 2025

Teresa Sahar, 2025

Carli Ihde, 2025

Kinsley Kohls, 2025

Kendall Laurent, 2025

Elizabeth Niemczyk, 2025

Allison Olstad, 2025

Craig and Jamie Rogers, 2025

John E. Soukup, 2025

Tonya Severing, 2025

Clare Speece, 2025

Emily Willey, 2025
Live Art Weekend
Artists+Artisans
Designed to spotlight the state’s art and artists, Art & Chalk Fest invites artists to demo their art-making process and sell their original artwork.
Wander the museum grounds and explore live arts—fine artists will offer live demonstrations in glass blowing, pottery throwing, and more. Artisans working with flowers and papermaking will surprise you with their unconventional creations available for purchase.

Angela Lee of Hinoki Florals and Gifts
artsEnature fused glass jewelry
Bartoli’s Pottery Shoppe
Bowl & Batter Bakery
Brooklyn Doby of B.Denae Artistry
Chloe Longmire of Chase My Creations
Country Lavender & Orchard
Craines Kettle Corn
CrewlArt by Gregory Frederic
Driftwood by Zak Husz
Eco Evie Apparel
Elegant Henna Tattoo
Ellen Albertson of Makery Maven Co.
GRL Art Studios
Home Tree Arts
James Steeno Gallery
Jenn Collins of See You On The Trail
Jennifer Froh Jewelry
Kegger’s Mobile Bar
Lyons Den Designs by Jeanne Lyons
Mary L Hager 3-D Mixed Media
Michelle Savas Thompson
Missy Ziebart of Peppered Fox Ceramics
Neely G. of Neely Ceramics
Rachel of Modern Medieval Press
Revival Signs by Danica
Shaka Shack Hawaiian Shave Ice 🤙🏼
Spark & Glow Candles
Spun Boutique Cotton Candy
The Botanical Collective
Theresa Books Arts
Therese Sizer
Music & Entertainment

Live Music + Entertainment
Art & Chalk Fest features a fantastic lineup of live music and entertainment throughout the weekend.
Sit back and enjoy live music all weekend, surrounded by the blooming hydrangeas in the MOWA Gardens.
LIVE MUSIC
Saturday, August 1
- 10:00–12:30 Alyssia Dominguez
- 1:30–4:00 TBD
Sunday, August 2
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- 10:00–12:30 Blind Fiction
- 1:30–4:00 The Listening Party
Food Truck Alley & Beer Garden
Food Truck Alley and Beer Garden
Art & Chalk Fest offers a wide variety of food and treats along with our craft beer garden
The festival beer garden features craft beers from Raised Grain Brewing Company, red and white wine, and non-alcoholic beverages (soda and water).
FOOD TRUCKS
COMING SOON
Art & Chalk Fest attendees age 21+ must provide a photo I.D. to request a wristband at the beer garden to purchase beer and sangria. Alcohol is not permitted outside the festival grounds.

Activity Zone

Family-friendly activities
Our Activity Zone offers a space for kids of all ages to ignite creativity with interactive performances, art-making projects, and a community chalking area.
2026 PERFORMANCE/DEMO ARTISTS
COMING SOON
2026 COMMUNITY PARTNERS
COMING SOON
Post-festival, there’s still fun to be had! Kids and families are invited to join the West Bend Fire Department on Monday, August 3, at 9:30 to spray down the parking lot.
Volunteer at Art & Chalk Fest!
It takes the extraordinary efforts of volunteers, staff, and community members to make an event like Art & Chalk Fest possible. Volunteering is easy and fun, and we want you!
All volunteers will receive a FREE limited-edition Chalk Crew t-shirt, unlimited high-fives, and the rewarding feeling of making a difference.
SIGN UP TODAY!
Get involved
Be a part of the festival as a sponsor!
Sponsors help keep the festival free for the community and visitors and support the arts and culture of the state. From prominent logo placement to brand activation opportunities to enjoying the festival firsthand, your participation in this summertime celebration of Wisconsin art and artists makes it possible!
Thank you to our sponsors

Details
Address
205 Veterans Avenue
West Bend, WI 53095
(262) 334-9638
Hours
Saturday, August 16 | 10:00–4:00
Sunday, August 17 | 10:00–4:00
Admission
Free festival and museum admission—come back again and again all weekend long!
Parking
Free public parking available on street and in public lots
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible*
- Stroller Accessible
- Ramps & Electronic Doors
*Limited availability Wed–Sun: 9:30am–4:00pm
Pet Policy
We love your pets, but please keep them safe and cool at home.
*Leashed service animals are always welcome
