23rd International Folk Art Market

July 8–11, 2027 | Santa Fe Railyard Park

Thank you to those who attended IFAM 2026!

Your support brought together extraordinary artists from around the world to celebrate living traditions and create meaningful cultural connections. Because of you, the International Folk Art Market continues to change lives through the power of folk art. Thank you for making this incredible community possible!

The IFAM Mission

The mission of the International Folk Art Market is to create economic opportunities for and with folk artists worldwide who celebrate and preserve folk art traditions.

The International Folk Art Market envisions a world that values the dignity and humanity of the handmade, honors timeless cultural traditions, and supports the work of artisans serving as entrepreneurs and catalysts for positive social change.

Embracing cultures and creating global connections!

A World of Folk Art

Each of our artists has a story to tell about their region in the world, art and craft traditions, and family heritage. They support families and villages and uphold cultural practices. Together, we help them share their stories for the world to discover!

Two women smiling at a cultural festival. One woman wears a traditional, colorful Maasai outfit with beaded jewelry. The other woman holds a woven green and brown bag with decorative patterns. Tents and craft stalls are visible in the background.

Support IFAM

Donations help sustain our mission and community outreach, fund first-time artists, and create our annual folk art market in Santa Fe as a non-profit.

Two people smiling under a canopy at an art market, surrounded by colorful textiles and decorations.

Volunteer & Make Lifelong Friendships

Over 1,400 dedicated volunteers help create our renowned market every year, volunteering over 40,000 hours!

Woman in traditional Ukrainian attire holding dried lavender, standing in front of a display of colorful religious and cultural paintings.

Sponsor First-Time Market Artist

Support an artist’s journey to the International Folk Art Market. Your support gives these artists the confidence and courage to travel to New Mexico.

IFAM Community Programs

The International Folk Art Market is known for its annual Artist Market, held every July in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Established in 2004, IFAM has grown to offer a robust series of folk art educational programs year-round for attendees and artists alike. These programs include lectures, workshops, exclusive pop-up sales, and international travel opportunities!

Mentor to Market

Mentor to Market (M2M) provides business training and marketing workshops, hands-on skill-building, peer-to-peer learning, and long-term support for folk artists to improve their livelihoods and participate more effectively in the global marketplace.

Passport to Folk Art Trips

Passport to Folk Art Trips are carefully designed educational journeys led by individuals with established connections to the Market, IFAM artists, and the destinations they select. Plan your next travel adventure with IFAM!

Folk Art Connections

The International Folk Art Market provides in-person lectures, workshops, and pop-ups featuring traditional craft, culture, and artist communities year-round in Santa Fe, NM, Albuquerque, NM, and the surrounding areas.

Discover IFAM Artists and their Incredible Stories