Midsummer Festival of the Arts Returns July 18–19 at John Michael Kohler Arts Center and City Green
Sheboygan, WI July 14, 2026
Downtown families planning their weekend have a fresh option: the Midsummer Festival of the Arts returns Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19, 2026 on the grounds of the John Michael Kohler Arts Center and Sheboygan’s City Green. The festival is free, and organizers say it brings together 100+ juried artists, live music, exhibitions, and hands-on artmaking.
What you’ll find
- 100+ juried artists and original works across many art mediums
- Exhibitions inside the Arts Center
- Hands-on artmaking and artist demonstrations
- Live music as part of the Levitt AMP Sheboygan Music Series
- Food trucks plus beverage options
Dates and daily timing
Saturday, July 18: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 19: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where to go (two easy addresses)
John Michael Kohler Arts Center: 608 New York Ave, Sheboygan
City Green: 710 New York Avenue, Sheboygan
Plan your day around the two locations—browse artist booths and exhibitions, then build in time for hands-on activities and demos while you’re downtown.
Before you go: practical family notes
- Pets: It is not recommended to bring pets (except service animals).
- Drones & scooters: No unauthorized drones, and no bird scooters.
- Check details: Review the festival program page for any day-of updates.
If you’re looking for a free, arts-forward weekend plan for a range of ages, this is an easy one to build around—aim to arrive at 10:00 a.m. and leave plenty of time for hands-on artmaking.
Sources
- JMKAC official festival program (dates, free event, what’s included; venue address)
- City of Sheboygan – City Green facility page (address + venue context)
- Seehafer News – festival dates, timing, and practical event basics
- Sheboygan Visual Artists – event listing for JMKAC Midsummer Festival (dates + what’s included)
