LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – The Lubbock Arts Alliance is hosting the 46th annual Lubbock Arts Festival April 13-14, 2024. Saturday times are 10 am – 6 pm, Sunday noon – 5 pm at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center located at 1501 Mac Davis Lane.
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• The Lubbock Arts Festival is a family-friendly and affordable event with a 46-year tradition of allowing attendees to experience visual, performing, and children’s arts all in one location.
• The Festival brings the arts alive so you can do more than look or listen; you leave excited to create art, too.
• The Festival helps parents spark a love of the arts in their children, giving them chances to begin exploring their own creativity. Who Does This Benefit?: Artists and Performers: Provides a platform to showcase talents Attendees (including families): Offers diverse artistic experiences and opportunities to explore creativity. Broader Community: Fosters a supportive environment for the arts and cultural Local Economy: Over 12,000 people attend the Festival each year including out-of-town guests who generate sales tax and hotel room night stays.
Summary of the Lubbock Arts Festival Get ready to experience the festival that has been named the “Best in Texas!” The 46th Annual Lubbock Arts Festival, presented by United Supermarkets, will take place on April 13-14, 2024, at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, located at 1501 Mac Davis Lane, Lubbock, Texas. With the vibrant theme of “Colorama” the event promises to be a colorful celebration of art and creativity you won’t want to miss!
At the Lubbock Arts Festival, you’ll enjoy an exciting combination of special visual art exhibits and captivating performance stages featuring actors, singers, and dancers. Over 100 talented artists from across the nation will be showcasing and selling their original creations, including paintings, pottery, jewelry, and more. You can also immerse yourself in a Juried Gallery of professional art, watch artists demonstrate their creative process, and admire the impressive artwork created by local school students. Don’t forget to bring the little ones to our Children’s Art Area, where they can enjoy free art activities.
The Lubbock Arts Festival is a family-friendly and affordable event, with adult general admission tickets priced at just $5 online or $7 at the door. Children 12 and under can attend for free when accompanied by a paid adult. The hours are 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday, April 13th, and Noon to 5 PM on Sunday, April 14th. To purchase adult general admission tickets, selectaseatlubbock.com or by phone at 806-770-2000.
We’re also excited to introduce a new culinary experience and two special concerts at the Lubbock Arts Festival, each requiring a separate ticket purchase: the ‘Culinary Canvas Luncheon’ honoring Ann & Craig McDonald; the ‘Festival de Mariachi en Lubbock’ Showcase with local mariachi students, Mariachi los Matadors de Texas Tech, and Grammy-winning Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea; and a grand finale concert by Clayton Stephenson, the acclaimed pianist from the 2022 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Experience any or all these special events by purchasing your tickets at selectaseatlubbock.com or by calling 806-770-2000.
The Lubbock Arts Festival is the marquee project of the Lubbock Arts Alliance, dedicated to fostering the creation, understanding, and enjoyment of the arts. For more information about the Lubbock Arts Festival, please visit our website at lubbockartsfestival.org or call 806-744- ARTS (2787).
The Lubbock Arts Festival has received three consecutive “Best in Texas” awards from the Texas Festivals & Events Association (TFEA) and two “Grand Pinnacle” awards from the International Festivals and Events Association. *
* These awards signify the “best overall event” within their respective budget category, chosen from among the association’s membership.
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