WELCOME TO THE CHEROKEE ART MARKET
One of the largest Native American art shows in Oklahoma, Cherokee Art Market, features nearly 170 Native artists from federally recognized tribes across the U.S. and Canada and showcases the best in Native jewelry, pottery, textiles, paintings, sculpture and more.
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Enter the show by 11:59 p.m. CDT on April 1, 2026. If you are in need of assistance submitting your application, click here for our application resources.
Artist Application Closed
Thank you to all artists who applied to the 21st Annual Cherokee Art Market. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance by May 29, 2026. Accepted artists will have until July 31, 2026, to submit payment and reserve their booth.
Tickets Now Available
Get your tickets now for the 21st Annual Cherokee Art Market, including the Awards Reception, Early Access Hour and General Admission.
Plan Your Weekend
Event View
Event Days
Event Categories
- Main Event
- October 9, 2026
- 6:00 PM
– 8:00 PM
- Multi-Purpose Room
- Special Event
- Special Event
- Main Event
- Programming
- October 10, 2026
- 10:00 AM
– 4:00 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Author Talk
- October 10, 2026
- 11:00 AM
– 12:00 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Shane Hawk and Theodore C. Van Alst Jr.
- Artist Presentation
- October 10, 2026
- 12:30 PM
– 1:15 PM
- Deer Room 2
- Yasmine Del Rosario
- Author Talk
- October 10, 2026
- 1:30 PM
– 2:30 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Eliana Ramage, Andrea L. Rogers and Adrienne Keene
- Programming
- October 10, 2026
- 2:00 PM
– 4:00 PM
- Bear Room
- Artist Presentation
- October 10, 2026
- 3:00 PM
– 3:45 PM
- Deer Room 2
- Naataanii Tahnibaa
- Main Event
- Artist Presentation
- October 11, 2026
- 11:00 AM
– 11:45 AM
- Deer Room 2
- Marvin Gabaldon
- Programming
- October 11, 2026
- 12:00 PM
– 5:00 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Special Event
- Author Talk
- October 11, 2026
- 12:30 PM
– 1:30 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Chelsea Luger
- Artist Presentation
- October 11, 2026
- 2:00 PM
– 2:45 PM
- Deer Room 2
- Troy Jackson
- Author Talk
- October 11, 2026
- 3:00 PM
– 4:00 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Traci Sorell and Will Chavez
Event Days
Event Categories
- Main Event
OCTOBER
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Awards Reception
- October 9, 2026
- 6:00 PM
– 8:00 PM
- Multi-Purpose Room
Celebrate the vibrant creativity of Native artists at the Cherokee Art Market Awards Reception, an evening honoring the very best work featured at this year’s market. Guests will enjoy an exclusive opportunity to view award-winning artworks gathered together in one space, showcasing exceptional talent from across Indian Country. Enjoy a walking dinner featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar and indoor-outdoor seating designed for conversation, connection and discovery. Meet artists, reconnect with friends and experience the energy of Cherokee Art Market before the public opening. The only award presented live during the evening is Best of Show, allowing the remainder of the reception to focus on fellowship, food and art. We will also take a moment to remember artists we have lost over the past year and honor their enduring contributions to our communities and the arts.
- Special Event
OCTOBER
9
Early Access Hour (Special Ticket Required)
Be among the first to experience the 2026 Cherokee Art Market. Presented by the Philbrook Art & Gardens, the Early Access Hour offers guests exclusive admission one hour before the market opens to the public. This limited-capacity experience allows you to explore the market at a relaxed pace, connect directly with artists and secure your favorite works before the crowds arrive. Your ticket includes early access to the market, access to the Bubbles & Bites Lounge until 12 p.m. on Saturday, a commemorative Cherokee Art Market T-shirt and a Cherokee Art Market tote bag. Whether you are a seasoned collector, a first-time buyer or a supporter of Indigenous art, the Early Access Hour is the perfect way to elevate your Cherokee Art Market experience. Limited tickets are available.
- Special Event
OCTOBER
9
Saturday Bubbles & Bites Lounge (VIP Access Only)
Exclusive to VIP ticket holders, the Bubbles & Bites Lounge is open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and offers a comfortable place to relax between artist visits, presentations and market exploration. Guests can enjoy complimentary light bites and beverages while viewing a curated media program featuring OsiyoTV stories highlighting Cherokee artists, along with a special viewing of a work by Lloyd Kiva New from the Cherokee Nation collection. It’s the perfect place to recharge and reflect on a weekend immersed in exceptional Indigenous art.
- Main Event
OCTOBER
10
General Market Hours
- Programming
OCTOBER
10
Magic City Books Pop-Up Bookshop & Lounge
- October 10, 2026
- 10:00 AM
– 4:00 PM
- Deer Room 1
Magic City Books joins Cherokee Art Market weekend with a pop-up shop featuring selections of works connected to fine art, Native authors and more! Be sure and visit the pop-up shop located in the Deer Room.
- Author Talk
OCTOBER
11
Magic City Books Author Series: Why We Love Indigenous Horror
- October 10, 2026
- 11:00 AM
– 12:00 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Shane Hawk and Theodore C. Van Alst Jr.
Shane Hawk and Theodore C. Van Alst Jr., editors of “Back for Blood: Never Whistle at Night Part II,” return to discuss the next chapter in Indigenous horror. Co-presented with Oklahoma Center for the Humanities, the conversation explores why Native horror resonates so deeply, how the genre continues to evolve and the stories that haunt long after the final page.
- Artist Presentation
OCTOBER
10
Artist Presentation Stage: Traditional Methods in a Contemporary World
- October 10, 2026
- 12:30 PM
– 1:15 PM
- Deer Room 2
- Yasmine Del Rosario
Discover how tradition continues to evolve through contemporary Native art. Yasmine Del Rosario shares how ancestral knowledge informs her creative practice today, using examples of both traditional and contemporary works to explore the balance between innovation and cultural continuity.
- Author Talk
OCTOBER
10
Magic City Books Author Series: In Conversation
- October 10, 2026
- 1:30 PM
– 2:30 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Eliana Ramage, Andrea L. Rogers and Adrienne Keene
Featuring Eliana Ramage, Andrea L. Rogers and Adrienne Keene. Moderated by Autumn Fourkiller. Four acclaimed Cherokee authors gather for a lively conversation on contemporary Native literature, storytelling and the enduring power of Indigenous voices.
- Programming
OCTOBER
10
Saturday OU Game Viewing Area
- October 10, 2026
- 2:00 PM
– 4:00 PM
- Bear Room
Following the Bubbles & Bites Lounge, the space will transition to a cash bar featuring the OU game on the big screen. Open to all Cherokee Art Market guests, this casual gathering space offers the perfect place to catch the game, meet fellow attendees and enjoy the afternoon between market activities.
- Artist Presentation
OCTOBER
10
Artist Presentation Stage: The Life of a Navajo Weaver
- October 10, 2026
- 3:00 PM
– 3:45 PM
- Deer Room 2
- Naataanii Tahnibaa
Step inside the world of a Navajo weaver as Naataanii Tahnibaa shares the journey from raising sheep to creating handwoven textiles. Through photographs of their homeland, studio and finished works, this presentation offers an intimate look at the enduring relationship between land, tradition and weaving.
- Main Event
OCTOBER
11
General Market Hours
- Artist Presentation
OCTOBER
11
Artist Presentation: Beading on the Loom, Pueblo Style
- October 11, 2026
- 11:00 AM
– 11:45 AM
- Deer Room 2
- Marvin Gabaldon
Experience the artistry of Pueblo loom beadwork as Marvin Gabaldon demonstrates traditional beading techniques from start to finish. Along the way, he’ll explain the meanings behind the patterns and symbols, offering insight into the cultural significance woven into every design.
- Programming
OCTOBER
11
Magic City Books Pop-Up Bookshop & Lounge
- October 11, 2026
- 12:00 PM
– 5:00 PM
- Deer Room 1
Magic City Books joins Cherokee Art Market weekend with a pop-up shop featuring selections of works connected to fine art, Native authors and more! Be sure and visit the pop-up shop located in the Deer Room.
- Special Event
OCTOBER
11
Sunday Bubbles & Bites Lounge (VIP Access Only)
Exclusive to VIP ticket holders, the Bubbles & Bites Lounge is open Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. and offers a comfortable space to relax between artist visits, presentations and market exploration. Guests can enjoy complimentary light bites and beverages while viewing a curated media program featuring OsiyoTV stories highlighting Cherokee artists, along with a special viewing of a work by Lloyd Kiva New from the Cherokee Nation collection. It’s the perfect place to recharge and reflect on a weekend immersed in exceptional Indigenous art.
- Author Talk
OCTOBER
11
Magic City Books Author Series: Home, Health & Belonging
- October 11, 2026
- 12:30 PM
– 1:30 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Chelsea Luger
Bestselling author Chelsea Luger explores how our homes can reflect identity, wellness and cultural connection. Drawing from her book, “Native Home: Curating, Creating, and Cleansing Your Sacred Space,” this conversation blends Indigenous design, traditional knowledge and practical inspiration for creating spaces rooted in intention and belonging.
- Artist Presentation
OCTOBER
11
Artist Presentation: Gel Plate & Linocut Printmaking
- October 11, 2026
- 2:00 PM
– 2:45 PM
- Deer Room 2
- Troy Jackson
Explore the creative possibilities of contemporary printmaking with artist Troy Jackson. Through live demonstrations of gel plate and linocut techniques, discover how layered textures, inks and hand-pulled prints come together to create original works of art.
- Author Talk
OCTOBER
11
Magic City Books Author Series: Stories of Removal & Resilience
- October 11, 2026
- 3:00 PM
– 4:00 PM
- Deer Room 1
- Traci Sorell and Will Chavez
Award-winning author Traci Sorell and journalist Will Chavez discuss their powerful new book, “Riding the Trail: Cherokees Remember the Removal,” exploring how Cherokees continue to honor the Trail of Tears through remembrance, resilience and the annual commemorative bicycle ride. Through history and personal reflection, this conversation highlights the enduring strength of the Cherokee people and the importance of preserving these stories for future generations.
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