2026 Ann Arbor Art Fair alert signup, safety and road closure details

The City of Ann Arbor is sharing information and reminders for the Ann Arbor Art Fair, taking place Thursday–Saturday, July 16–18. 

Getting around town

Before you go, check which roads will be closed for the art fair, as well as detours, road and lane closures for planned construction projects, on the road and lane closures webpage.

The official art fair map also provides information on parking, bike parking, as well as shuttle stops.

Heat and well-being

With high temperatures in the forecast this week, please plan for and take necessary precautions to keep cool, hydrated and comfortable. Dress in loose-fitting, breathable clothing and wear sunscreen. Fairgoers are reminded to leave pets safely at home, as hot pavement and the heat are dangerous to animals, too.

Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated with free refills at City of Ann Arbor water refill stations: State and South University  |  Maynard and Liberty  |  North University near the Diag  |  North University, east of Thayer  |  Main and Liberty  |  Liberty and Division, where the city will also have a misting station, at Liberty Plaza.

First aid stations will be located at Ingalls Mall, near North University Avenue and Fletcher Street, and at Liberty Plaza. 

See the art fair map for where to find amenities, as well as portable restrooms and much more. 

Art fair emergency alerts

All who are planning to attend are encouraged to sign up for Ann Arbor Art Fair emergency alerts. It's easy to do and can be completed in an instant from your mobile phone. Notifications will only share crucial safety information in the event of weather and other emergencies and only during the fair dates. To sign up, text A2ARTFAIR (in all caps, no spaces) to 888777. When outside, vendors and attendees should listen for alerts from the outdoor warning siren system. Be mindful of nearby indoor-shelter locations, should the need arise, which include parking structures. See the art fair map key for details.

Safety and security

The Ann Arbor Police Department will again have patrols on foot and bike and mobile police stations. Barriers will be in place at fair perimeters. 

In case of emergency, call 911. When making a report, provide the cross streets and, if applicable, the nearest vendor booth number. 

Learn more about the Ann Arbor Art Fair at www.theannarborartfair.com/, and follow the City of Ann Arbor on social media for updates. 

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Media Contact: 

Steve Kilar, Communications Director, skilar@a2gov.org