Wayzata Art Experience

The Wayzata Art Experience is one of Minnesota’s most highly respected and sough-after juried fine art festivals, welcoming 150 exceptional artists to an intimate lakeside setting along the shores of Lake Minnetonka. The two-day outdoor celebration transforms downtown Wayzata into a vibrant showcase of visual arts, live music, culinary experiences, and community culture.

Dedicated to high standards of artistic excellence, the Wayzata Art Experience provides a supportive and welcoming atmosphere for fine artists. The Wayzata Art Experience convenes a distinguished jury panel, representing a broad spectrum of expertise and perspectives in the arts. The blind jury process ensures that every submission is evaluated solely on its artistic merit, allowing the strongest work to rise on its own. In selecting participants, the panel carefully considers quality, originality, and consistency of design. This rigorous process reflects the festival’s commitment to excellence and its reputation as one of the Midwest’s premier outdoor fine art events.

Now in its 22nd year, the Wayzata Art Experience attracts more than 20,000 visitors annually from across the Twin Cities and the West Metro region. Its picturesque location, nestled within a walkable boutique and restaurant district, offers artists an exceptional setting to engage with enthusiastic collectors, affluent buyers and art-minded patrons.