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Wayzata Art Experience 2023 Schedule & Info

June 22nd, 2023
Everybody Get Lakeside! Don’t miss Wayzata’s premier summer festival – The Wayzata Art Experience is back and happening on the shores of Lake Minnetonka June 23, 24 & 25.

The festival is expanding in every way with over 150 juried artists from across the country, floral art, 15 food trucks, a food artisan market, an activity zone for art lovers of all ages, a beer + wine garden, free sailboat rides, and live music all weekend long.

The excitement continues with “WaamFest”, a brand-new music festival, as well as a first ever Boat Light Parade added to the Wayzata Art Experience weekend.

Here are the top 10 highlights to look forward to:
1. Shop and buy art from over 150 Juried Artists, many that travel from across the country showcasing an array of art in the following categories: ceramics, drawing/printmaking, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, recycled/green, sculpture and wood. Plan your visit ahead of time by visiting the online artist gallery at WayzataArtExperience.com. Show hours are Saturday, June 24 from 10 am – 6 pm and Sunday, June 25 from 10 am – 4 pm.
2. Grow. Bloom. Start. Be. Don’t miss this year’s Featured Artist, Petals for Purpose. Floral art is the up and coming trend and you won’t want to miss the beautiful creations sprinkled along Lake Street. Whether it’s a front porch refresh, weAREables, or a stunning floral backdrop, Dawn Schelle (owner) does it all. Watch nature takeover and marvel at several big scale floral art installations as they come to life at this year’s event.
3. NEW! WaamFest (Wayzata Art And Music Festival) is bringing big name concerts to Wayzata Beach on June 23 & 24, featuring Steve Aoki and Gryffin. This is sure to be a high-energy energy weekend of fun, electrifying beats and infectious rhythms. Tickets for sale at waamfest.com.
4. Enjoy delicious eats from 15 of the Twin Cities best food trucks – everything from fried funnel dipped Oreos to classic gourmet pizzas and burgers! You won’t want to miss this line-up.
5. Shop a wide variety of specialty food items from our local artisans. Items include gourmet sea salts, award-winning chocolate, premium olive oils, handcrafted nut butters, non-alcoholic fresh squeezed citrus-based cocktail mixers, gourmet sauces, cakes and more.
6. Hit the Beer + Wine Garden! Craft beer, wine, cider, and seltzers will be served throughout the weekend. Shop and stroll with a refreshing beverage in hand.
7. Experience the Island of Live Music – WAE will host talented local artists on Saturday and Sunday. On saturday enjoy Monica Livorsi from 10am – 1pm, Tom Hunter from 1-4 pm, and Sam Grabert from 4-6 pm. On Sunday check out Taylor Robert from 10am – 1pm and Zachara Scot Johnson from 1pm – 4pm.
8. Art on the Water! The NEW Boat Light Parade by the Wayzata Yacht Club will take place on Wayzata Bay, Saturday June 24 from 9:15-10 pm. Spectators will be able to view the lakefront parade from Panoway on Wayzata Bay or Depot Park. The fun on the water doesn’t stop there. Returning this year, Free Sailboat Rides from Wayzata Sailing at 11 am – 2 pm both Saturday and Sunday.
9. Get ready to experience performing art! Partake in Hip Hop & Breakdancing with Esteem Dance on Saturday. Classes will be geared towards children but all ages are welcome to dance with Esteem. And don’t miss the SOUL Ballroom Lessons and Performance on Sunday. The ballroom professionals will offer group lessons, mini 1-1 sessions, and performances.
10. Wind up or wind down with Wayzata’s ARTY parties all around town! Enjoy happy hours with food and drink specials, hosted by local restaurants throughout the weekend.
“The quality of this year’s talent is unparalleled with over 150 artists in 13 different mediums. The Wayzata community offers more than just beautiful art. Fun activities are available for individuals and families throughout the weekend. And the food! So many delicious options, so little time. This year, we are proud to welcome WaamFest (Wayzata Art and Music Festival). Featuring Steve Aoki and Gryffin, WaamFest is sure to be a high-energy energy weekend of fun, electrifying beats and infectious rhythms on Wayzata Beach. Come for the art, stay for the fun!” – Brian Larson, Chair of the Wayzata Art Experience Committee

There’s plenty of shopping at lakeside boutiques and some of the best food in the Twin Cities with award-winning restaurants.
Wayzata Art Experience winners named

June 26th, 2019

From the Wayzata Art Experience Facebook page, Brian Larson of the Wayzata Chamber presents the Best of Show awards:

Congratulations to our 2019 Winners! We are so honored to have had you in Wayzata this weekend.

🥇Best in Show: Melissa Luoma – Jewelry

🥈2nd Place: Coreen Johnson – Painting

🥉3rd Place: Ben Otten – Painting
Who’s ready for a wonderful Wayzata Weekend? – By Andy Mullin

June 24th, 2016
Wayzata Resident and City Council Member Andrew Mullin posted the following info on Facebook this morning–I thought I would repost it here on Wayzata.com for the benefit of the community:

By the Way–Stop by the Coldwell Banker photo Booth on Saturday from 12-4 to meet REALTOR Dan Gustafson!!!

***View the WAYZATA ART EXPERIENCE schedule***

Who’s ready for a wonderful Wayzata Weekend?, so much going on in town this weekend – ready, set, go!
- Friday – Head out to Wine on Wayzata Bay at the Wayzata Yacht Club – a fantastic community party for the benefit of the Wayzata Community Sailing Center – more info
- Saturday & Sunday – Wayzata Art Experience along the water on Lake Street ART FAIR | MUSIC | FOOD | FAMILY | FUN! Visit my good friend Heather Dart Heefner and her beautiful pantings
- Finally if you have not checked out Wayzata Brew Works they are hosting the first annual Brew Experience Fri, Sat, and Sun
  FRIDAY- Hitchville performs at 7:30pm-10:30pm! Finer Eats & Meats food truck will be there all night
  
  SATURDAY – DJ Timko starts spinning at 5pm-10pm! Finer Eats & Meats food truck will be here all day/night
  
  SUNDAY – Kingsview performs at 12pm-4pm! Habenero Tacos food truck will be serving all day
This is a weekend you won’t want to miss!

See you around town! – Andrew ‪#‎WHYZATA‬
2016 Wayzata Art Experience June 25 & 26

June 12th, 2016
2016 Wayzata Art Experience scheduled for June 25th & 26th 2016. Submitted photo.

ART | FAIR | MUSIC | FOOD | FAMILY FUN!

Two days only! It’s all happening on the shores of Lake Minnetonka in charming downtown Wayzata….
Come for the art, stay for the fun!

Wayzata Art Experience. Submitted photo.
- Shop 100 local and national juried artists and Wayzata’s charming boutique shops. Enjoy free parking.
- Stroll Lake Street and enjoy refreshing wine or ice cold craft beer at Gianni’s Steakhouse Garden.
- Savor artful eats at local dining hot spots and food truck specialty foods.
- Cruise the historic Steamboat Minnehaha, discounted tickets available at the boat: only $5.
- Experience garden landscape designs, entertainment, islands of live music, artist demonstrations, and an activity zone for art lovers of all ages!
- The fun begins Friday evening at Wine on Wayzata Bay, an annual charity fundraiser benefit for the Wayzata Community Sailing Center – Learn more and get your tickets at online for a reduced price.
Check out our NEW Features
Antique & Classic Boat Show. Submitted photo.

Inaugural Antique & Classic Boat Show (Sun. only). Art and boat lovers will have a rare opportunity to appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of some of the most unique vintage wood boats on the Lake.

Free Floating Yoga on the Docks (Sat. only) on Saturday at 10 a.m. Bring your mat or towel and have some fun balancing, stretching and strengthening on our lovely lake. All levels are welcome.

Enjoy Free Sailboat Rides (Sat. only) on Wayzata Bay, courtesy of Wayzata Community Sailing Center at Broadway docks, 700 Lake St E, Wayzata, MN 55391.

Art isn’t just for humans! Bring your pooch for live painting of dog portraits by Tom Foty, award winning Featured Artist.

Take part in our Community Art Project – Canoe/Kayak Building by the Urban Boatbuilders, a non-profit focused on positive youth development.

Wind up or wind down with Wayzata’s ARTY parties! Enjoy happy hours, food and drink specials, and events hosted by nine local restaurants all around town throughout the weekend. Don’t miss the “Wayzata Brew Experience Kickoff Party” at the brand new Wayzata Brew Works, Friday, June 24.

Presented by The Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce. A big thank you to our sponsors TCF Bank, Mediacom, Align Health & Wellness, Envy Skin Clinic, The Brost Clinic, Coldwell Banker Burnet, Renewal by Andersen, Venture Photography, Above & Beyond Construction, and Life & Vitality Chiropractic.
8th Annual Wayzata Art Experience Winners & Best in Show

May 22nd, 2011
The Wayzata Chamber of Commerce announced the Winners and Best in Show for the 2011 Wayzata Art Experience Saturday evening at Wayzata Wine and Spirits:

Wayzata Art Experience Chair Ellen Timmerman-Borer (left) and Mayor Ken Willcox (right) congratulate Pam Fox (center) for winning 1st Place for her jewelry entry. Photo Dan Gustafson.

Best in Show:
- Sharon & Diane Tessaman – Fiber
- Suzanne Theisfeild – Painting
- David Royce – Glass
- Kerri Norman – Jewelry
- Dianne Gier – Mixed Metal
Winners:
- 3rd Place – Chris Holmquist – Clay
- 2nd Place – Jean Haefele – Mixed Media
- 1st Place – Pam Fox – Jewelry
Congratulations to all the artisits! Stay tuned to Wayzata.com, your Wayzata Art Experience leader!
Photos from 2011 Wayzata Art Experience

May 21st, 2011

Wayzata Art Experience Chairwoman Ellen Timmerman-Borer danced the blues away during the rain showers. Photo Dan Gustafson.

While the sun did come out later in the afternoon, the 2011 Wayzata Art Experience started out soggy and stayed that way for a good portion of Saturday.

Few people attended the show early on, as showers kept art enthusiasts away until later in the afternoon. Volunteers and staff of the Wayzata Chamber putting the show on, kept busy while smiling as the rain drenched everything on Lake Street. Wayzata Art Experience Chairwoman Ellen Timmerman-Borer kept the blues away by dancing on Lake Street.

See all the photos of the show by clicking this link: 2011 Wayzata Art Experience.

The sun did come out, as did the art enthusiasts later in the afternoon. The show continues tomorrow from 10-4 on Lake Street. Stay tuned to Wayzata.com, your Wayzata Art Experience news leader.
Wayzata Art Experience 2009 Slide Show

May 18th, 2009

Check out the Wayzata Art Experience 2009 Slideshow. Elisha and I volunteered for several hours on Saturday and froze as we stood at the end of Lake Street in the howling wind. Our good friends Jon and Kathy Wright at J&K Creative!
also stopped by and took these photos of the show for your viewing pleasure.

http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf

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WAYZATA.TV: Wayzata Art Experience 2009 Video

May 18th, 2009

Take a moment or two to walk up and down Lake Street in Wayzata and see all the people and artists at the Wayzata Art Experience.

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Wayzata Art Experience to be Held This Weekend

May 15th, 2009

The 6th Annual Wayzata Art Experience will be held Saturday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m in downtown Wayzata on Lake Street. The art show will showcase over 90 juried visual artists, as well as culinary and performance art. There will also be an Outdoor Garden Exhibit on display showcasing outdoor art and landscaping ideas.

The Wayzata Art Experience will also have an activities area just for kids. The Children’s Area will be open both Saturday and Sunday from 12-4 p.m. Returning features include Ralph statues from Hammer and the Wuollet Bakery Cookie Art Station, where kids and adults can try their hand at decorating. In addition, the Minnetonka Center for the Arts will have an area with hands-on activities for children and families.

For the entertainment schedule and artist information, visit the Wayzata Art Experience Web site.

More information may also be found by contacting Andrea Bader, the Events Coordinator for the Wayzata Chamber, at 952-473-9595.

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Wayzata Art Experience Scheduled for May 16th and 17th, 2009

May 11th, 2009

Submitted by Andrea Bader, Events Coordinator for the Wayzata Chamber.

Celebrate. Experience. Enjoy.

The Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce and TCF Bank will welcome spring and art lovers across the Twin Cities with the 6th Annual Wayzata Art Experience. In Minnesota nothing says “Spring” like the first outdoor Art Show of the season. This high quality juried art show runs Saturday, May 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 17 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Downtown Wayzata’s charming Lake Street transforms into a sophisticated showground with an ambiance of the finest visual, culinary and performance art in the region. This exquisite experience gives the arts community a wonderful opportunity to showcase their work along a breathtaking lakeside setting.

The Wayzata Art Experience teamed up with several local landscapers and garden designers to create Outdoor Garden Art Exhibits throughout the event. These unique areas will feature outdoor art and great ideas for your own backyard landscape.

Although this event reflects the elegance of the Lake Minnetonka community, the Wayzata Art Experience appeals to art lovers of all ages. Artist’s demonstrations will allow guests to attempt their own craft. Youngsters can experience art by contributing to the Minnetonka Center for the Arts Children’s Area. All the while, performing artists will stroll through the crowds, giving visitors a variety of acoustical enjoyment.

This cultural event features the most excellent culinary vendors from Wayzata restaurants, reflecting Wayzata’s charming and authentic community. These chefs will not only tempt your taste buds, but also demonstrate a few tricks to create your own cuisine. A wonderful selection of wine from around the world will also be available to complement this fine fare.

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The Wayzata Art Experience is presented in partnership with the Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce and TCF Bank. Additional 2009 event sponsors include Mediacom, Star Tribune, Anchor Bank, Aqua Par Lifestyles, Chiropractic USA, Heidi’s Lifestyle Gardens, Outdoor Excapes, Untied’s Garden Market, Village Automotive Group, Wayzata Bay Redevelopment Company, Wells Fargo, and Wuollet Bakery.

For More Information, contact Andrea Bader, Events Coordinator at the Wayzata Chamber:
Phone: (952) 473-9595
abader [at] wayzatachamber.com

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