International Folk Art Market
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Join us for the 22nd International Folk Art Market
July 9–12, 2026
Santa Fe Railyard Park
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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 worldwide connections!
Get to know the Market
Get to know the Market
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!
Support the International Folk Art Market
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.
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DONATE
Volunteer Time, Make Lifelong Friendships
Over 1,400 dedicated volunteers help create our renowned market every year, volunteering over 40,000 hours of work!
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VOLUNTEER
Sponsor a 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.
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SPONSOR
Discover IFAM Artists and their Incredible Stories
Bridge Indigo
Leyvi Garabato Donisabe | Asoc Mujeres del Litoral
Artesania Nagergiryai
Gulamhusen Umar Khatri | Qasbi
Beauty Ngxongo
Mahalaxmi
IOWEYOU
Project Two Mile
KwaZulu-Natal Weavers
Pavithra Muddaya | Vimor Handloom Foundation
Arowoogun Traditional Carvers
Fayne & Caleb Robinson, and Tutoko Wallace
Himalayan Mountain Rugs by The Weavers of Sama
Cirila Aragón Cortés
One Thread Collective
Juhi Sharma | Vamika
Satayam
Kullvi Whims
Espiritu Co-Op
TradeAID Integrated
Basha Boutique
Alberto López Gómez | Kuxul Pok’
Juana Gómez Ramírez
Pabiben Rabari
Babaran Segaragunung Culture House
Zamira Komilova
Sevinch Bazarova
Dudung Alie Syahbana
Saragine Marie Georges Valris
Dreams Company Ltd
IFAM Community Programs
The International Folk Art Market, a 501(c)3, is known for its annual Artist Market, which takes place 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 range from 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 help them 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 their selected destinations. 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 for Santa Fe, NM, Albuquerque, NM, and surrounding areas.
Volunteer with the International Folk Art Market
"It was my first year, and I enjoyed it so much!  I loved meeting like-minded volunteers and artists from all over the world.  It was a very special experience!”
- IFAM 2024 Volunteer
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