Arts & Displays

The State Fair art scene is a bustling place!

From youth art to professional art competitions, there is something for everyone.

Don’t miss all of the amazing art pieces at the State Fair.

youth expo hall exhibits

Professional Art Displays

Cow-Temporary Art Walk

This year’s Cow-temporary Art Walk encompasses the entire Fair Park! From the legend-dairy Milky Way gathering place to the metal flower gracefully showing its age, spend a little time admiring this quirky and fun artwork to win a prize.

Fairtastic Poster Art Competition

The Wisconsin State Fairtastic Poster Art Competition is a way to celebrate and engage local and statewide artisan talent. This year's winning piece was created by Ryan Steiskal of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and can be purchased at during the 2023 Wisconsin State Fair.

Plein Air at the Fair

On Monday, August 7 and Tuesday, August 8, artists will create State Fair masterpieces right in front of your eyes. Wander the Fair to see artists draw and paint to transform their blank canvas from inspiration to masterpiece.

Youth Art Exhibits

Cattle Call Art Show

ARTS for ALL! Wisconsin is proud to share its first ever Cattle Call for Art! Artists with disabilities ages five and up will submit their best cow themed art for this uniquely bovine art show. Move on over to the Exposition Center Lobby from Thursday, August 3 to Sunday, August 6 to see this mooooo-marvelous exhibit.

Young People’s Art Exhibit

The Young People’s Art Exhibit recognizes its 55th year of celebrating artwork from drawings to paintings to sculpture created by youth across Wisconsin, grades 6-12, from public, private, and home schools in 2023 in the Exposition Center Lobby.

Youth Exhibits

Family fun awaits you in the Youth Exhibits Building! This is an oasis for toddlers to teens to rest and recharge before taking on more Fair fun. Located on Grandstand Avenue & Fifth Street.

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