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Wells Street Art Festival
Today, the legacy continues as Wells Street transforms into an open-air gallery showcasing fine art and original work from both established and emerging artists across the country. This juried festival, held on the second full weekend of June each year, attracts more than 40,000 art lovers, offering exhibitors an engaged audience and customer base, as well as a vibrant street energy in a setting steeped in creative history.
The festival also features live music, great Chicago food and beverages, and family-friendly activities. It is consistently ranked in Sunshine Artist's Top 100 Fine Arts Fairs.
The Wells Street Art Festival invites artists to be part of a celebrated Chicago tradition that honors craftsmanship, originality, and the spirit of artistic community.