2026 art activity information coming soon!

2025 art activities

WITH DAVID ZINN, supported by WJR & WDVD

Chalk the Walk features Ann Arbor’s own world-renown Artist David Zinn. Recognized globally for his clever and improvised chalk street art, Zinn will be creating his original temporary chalk work live during each day of the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair event now in two locations!

Sidewalk chalk will be available so that fairgoers can join in on the creativity and add their own mark on this year’s Ann Arbor Art Fair.

ZINN HOURS AND LOCATIONS:

(LOCATION 1) Liberty + Fifth Ave.: 1-3PM Thursday (July 16), & Saturday (July 18) - Rain Day Friday same time

(LOCATION 2) Church Street near South U: 4-6PM Friday (July 17) - Rain Day Saturday same time

WITH THE ANN ARBOR POTTER’S GUILD

For 67 years now, the Ann Arbor Potters Guild has joined the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original to give ceramic demonstrations of wheel thrown pottery! Watch as they create ceramic works of art each day of the fair!

HOURS: All day, everyday of the fair

LOCATION: Hill Auditorium Lawn - North University - University of Michigan Campus

Create your own works of art in the Art Activity Zone. Family-friendly art projects are open to all ages and FREE to the public.

HOURS:

Thursday, 10am-8pm
Friday, 10am-8pm
Saturday, 10am-6pm

LOCATION: Located on UM Campus Ingalls Mall at the base of Burton Memorial Tower, on E. Washington between Thayer and Fletcher.

2026 art activity zone partners

Lull Co.

LullCo Design Studio will be offering family friendly textiles crafts and make and takes throughout the weekend that include embroidery projects, painting, puppet making, needle felting and more.

Be Creative Studio

Step up, grab a brush, and let your creativity flow! Join the fun in an open art tent where you can paint anything your heart desires—from bold strokes to quiet details, it’s your canvas, your vision, your vibe.

Clay + Code

Float into the Art Fair with Clay + Code! Come create pool themed ceramics and robotics.

Witness the incredible talent of Youth Art Fair Artists as they exhibit and sell their work at the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original!

HOURS:

Thursday, 10am-8pm
Friday, 10am-8pm
Saturday, 10am-7pm

LOCATION: Located on UM Campus Ingalls Mall by the base of Burton Memorial Tower, on E. Washington between Thayer and Fletcher.

Mini Sensory Zone

Need a sensory break during the fair? We’ve got you covered! We Rock The Spectrum bringing their Mini Sensory Zone—a calm, inclusive space for guests of all ages and abilities to relax, explore, and recharge amid the excitement.

At their booth, you’ll find:
• Noise-reducing headphones
• A sensory table & interactive sensory board
• Toys that support balance & calming movement
• Best selling sensory toys from WRTS Rock Shop
• Giveaways and community resources for families
• Info about WRTS gym and inclusive programs for kids, teens & young adults

LOCATION: Liberty Plaza in the State Street District Art Fair

Growing Tomorrow’s Art Appreciators

The Guild of Artists and Artisans is excited to add, new this year, The Kids Collectors Club which is a program to inspire the next generation of art collectors. Artwork donated by various artists participating in this year’s Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair, will be exhibited in the Kids Collectors tent where kids 17 and under can come and select a piece of artwork priced $10 and under.

Kids will be inspired to learn more about the artists work they selected by receiving a card with information about the artist, the art, and the booth number. Likewise, kids will be encouraged to write a thank you card to the artist telling them why they selected the piece. This connection between the artist and the buyer is one of the unique aspects of buying art at art fairs and hopefully this exchange of information will provide a similar impactful connection.

LOCATION: Each day of the fair 10AM-6PM on South University between E. University and Church ///ships.builds.hears

with t’onna clemons

This creative art project will be led by local artist, T’onna Clemons. Fairgoers will have the opportunity to paint with bubbles to create their very own masterpiece.

T’onna Clemons is dedicated to empowering and showcasing the creativity of upcoming artists and youth in Ann Arbor and Detroit. With an aim to foster community-led initiatives that nurture local talent and promote innovation, representation, and opportunity for minority artists, Clemons is committed to building connections, evoking emotions through painting, and giving back to the community by supporting youth and aspiring Black artists in realizing their dreams.

LOCATION: Each day of the fair 10AM-6PM on South University between E. University and Church ///ships.builds.hears