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Signature Event

Indian Fair & Market

March 7 - 8, 2026

The Heard Museum Grounds

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68th Annual Indian Fair & Market

Immerse yourself in an exciting world of art, food, drinks, live entertainment, and so much more at the 68th Annual Indian Fair & Market! Over 600 talented Native artists, carefully selected through a competitive jury process, display their artworks in a lively community celebration where passion, talent, and tradition seamlessly unite as 100+ American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes and Canadian First Nations take center stage. Prepare yourself for a spectacle of creativity, blending traditional heritage with modern innovation. This is a place for shared experiences and connections that echo the rhythms of cultural heritage.

Hours & Location


Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Members entry: 8:30 a.m. (Sat only)

Sunday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Children under 12 FREE (Sun only)

2301 N Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Best of Show / Juried Competition

The excitement commences Friday, Mar 6 at our Best of Show Juried Competition awards ceremony, where gifted creators receive recognition that resonates throughout the art world. Over 600 exquisite examples of Native art undergo evaluation to receive the prestigious Best of Show award. View our Best of Show Parking Map for a seamless arrival (coming soon)!

Youth Art Show & Sale

The Youth Art Show & Sale (YASS) is a must-see for all visitors of the Indian Fair and Market. Young Native artists in grades 7-12 across the U.S. have their work professionally judged, competing for ribbons and over $10,000 in prize money, including Best of Show and Best of Division awards. All artwork entered is displayed and available for sale in the Monte Vista Room of the Heard Museum.

Fair Family Fun Zone

Play games, make art, watch live performances, and bounce to your heart’s content at the Fair Family Fun Zone all weekend long! Admission is included with your ticket, and Sunday, children under 12 are FREE.

Local Food Vendors

From delicious Fry Bread to sweet and salty Kettle Corn, grab a snack from one of the many local food vendors or check out the Heard’s Courtyard Café. The Coffee Cantina will also be open so you can refuel for all the fair fun!

Museum Parking


Let us help you find alternative parking on Sat & Sun with our Parking Map and ensure a stress-free arrival at the museum for an unforgettable experience. (Coming soon!)

Light Rail Access


Embrace eco-friendly travel, beat traffic, and arrive seamlessly. Hop on board for a scenic journey and step off at Encanto/Central via the Valley Metro website or app.

Ride Share


Arrive in style! Join our event at the museum hassle-free with convenient ride-share options. Skip parking stress, enjoy the journey, and make memories at the museum.

FAQs
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Artist Applications Now Open

Thank you for your interest in being a part of the 2026 Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market! It’s a unique opportunity to showcase and sell your artwork to nearly 20,000 visitors and connect with fellow artists, art lovers, and the community.

Questions?

Have general event questions? Email us at: fair.info@heard.org

Interested in being a food/drink vendor? Please email fair.vendors@heard.org.

Sponsors

For corporate sponsorship inquiries, please contact Judi Goldfader at jgoldfader@heard.org or 602-251-0245.

Individuals can sponsor ribbons or make a donation! Learn more.

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors:

  • Major Sponsor

  • Sponsors

  • Supporters

    Renewal by anderson full service window and door replacement.
  • Volunteer Partners

  • Best of Show Reception Sponsors

    Anonymous
    Pamela Briggs
    The Head Family
    Ann Kaplan & Robert Fippinger
    Frank Vickory & Newton Linebaugh

Highlights from the 67th Annual Indian Fair & Market

  • Aydrian Day (Ho Chunk Nation) poses next to his Youth Art Show & Sale winning submission titled Hocak Manape, earning the Best of Show award.
  • Guest views submissions in the 2025 Youth Art Show & Sale.
  • Christy Ruby (Ketchikan Indian Community) poses next to her winning submission in the Best of Show Juried Competition, earning First Place in the Diverse Art Forms category.
  • View of artist Janet Yazzie’s (Navajo) booth at the 2025 Indian Fair & Market.
  • Barbara and Michael Teller Ornelas (Navajo) posing in their booth at the 2025 Indian Fair & Market.
  • Fairgoers admire artworks and talk with an artist at the 2025 Indian Fair & Market.
  • Artist Regnar Greenstone, Jr. (Navajo) posing in his booth at the 2025 Indian Fair & Market.
  • An artist shows her pottery to fairgoers at the 2025 Indian Fair & Market.
  • Delicious fry bread from a local food vendor at the 2025 Indian Fair & Market.