Side Street Studio Arts

Side Street Studio Arts Advancing engagement in the arts by providing inclusive access to education and community resources.
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Side Street Studio Arts advances engagement in the arts by providing inclusive access to exhibition, performance, education, and advocacy resources, because art is important.

✏️ We hope everyone's school year is off to a great start! 🍎Labor Day will be the first day off school, and young artis...
08/31/2026

✏️ We hope everyone's school year is off to a great start! 🍎
Labor Day will be the first day off school, and young artists are invited to spend the day at Side Street!

Our ⭐️ NEW ⭐️ Studio Days are immersive, single-day arts experiences designed for young artists on days off school. Inspired by Side Street Studio Arts' mission of exploration, creativity, and community, each Studio Day features a unique theme with hands-on projects and opportunities to experiment with a variety of artistic materials and techniques.

Suggested Pay What You Can Donation : $35 per student, per Studio Day.
All materials and a snack are included.
SIGN UP: https://www.sidestreetstudioarts.org/classes-workshops

REMINDER: Tonight (8/31) head over to Chip Shots Golf & Whiskey Bar between 5pm - 7pm for Elgin Arts Happy Hour! You wil...
08/31/2026

REMINDER: Tonight (8/31) head over to Chip Shots Golf & Whiskey Bar between 5pm - 7pm for Elgin Arts Happy Hour! You will also be treated to a FRINGE FIX featuring Plucky Rosenthal, an award-winning musical comedy variety act known for her signature warmth and vintage-tinged original songs.
🍺 🍔 💃 See you there!

👽👹 DID YOU HEAR? The deadline to submit to Something Wicked has been extended to Sept. 15! 👾 🧟Something Wicked is cele...
08/26/2026

👽👹 DID YOU HEAR? The deadline to submit to Something Wicked has been extended to Sept. 15! 👾 🧟

Something Wicked is celebrating its 14th year showcasing a variety of visual arts whose subject matter is meant to instill a sense of wonder, awe, and perhaps a little dread within Elgin’s vibrant arts community.

This exhibitions is on view when Elgin hosts Nightmare on Chicago Street - the midwest's largest immersive horror event! Hundreds of people go through the gallery during that event and they will see your art! Get those submissions in! We will also accept works in progress.

SUBMIT: https://forms.gle/8jMBn7UZ5Zufhm9fA

✔︎ REMIINDER: Tonight (8/25) is Makers Night at Side Street! Bring your current project or start something new using a ...
08/25/2026

✔︎ REMIINDER: Tonight (8/25) is Makers Night at Side Street!
Bring your current project or start something new using a selection of shared art supplies and materials. Whether you paint, draw, knit, collage, write, bead, crochet, or simply enjoy creating alongside others, Makers Night offers space to connect, make, and be inspired. Stop by between 6pm - 8pm.

🍷🍺 The bar is open for adults 21+.

🗓️ Spend days off school with Side Street! ⭐️On September 7, we welcome young artists to come explore the theme "Art at...
08/24/2026

🗓️ Spend days off school with Side Street! ⭐️
On September 7, we welcome young artists to come explore the theme "Art at Work" to discovering how artists, designers, builders, and inventors shape the world around us. Young Artists will tackle creative design challenges, experiment with a variety of materials, and discover that making art is thoughtful, imaginative work.

Grades K–5 / 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Grades 6–12 / 1:00–4:00 pm

Suggested Pay What You Can Donation : $35 per student, per Studio Day.
All materials and a snack are included.

REGISTER TODAY:
https://www.sidestreetstudioarts.org/classes-workshops

TONIGHT!!! The lunch line is open!Join host Linda “The Lunch Lady” Linda “The Lunch Lady” and a fabulous lineup of perfo...
08/22/2026

TONIGHT!!! The lunch line is open!

Join host Linda “The Lunch Lady” Linda “The Lunch Lady” and a fabulous lineup of performers at Drag Me to Elgin, a brand-new monthly drag show packed with big hair, high glamour, runway-worthy looks, and unapologetic drag magic.

FEATURING: Jelly Ball Diva jelly ball diva • Venus Venus - Drag Queen • Spade Slick SPADE SLICK

Doors at 6:30 PM, show at 7 PM. Ages 18+.
$20 Pay What You Can - tickets available in Link above/comments below OR at the door. Bring your friends, bring your tipping dollars, and prepare to be entertained.

(Servings are limited so get them now!)




CRIT NITE IS BACK!!Share your current works in progress in a laid-back setting and receive feedback from fellow artists....
08/20/2026

CRIT NITE IS BACK!!

Share your current works in progress in a laid-back setting and receive feedback from fellow artists. All experience levels and mediums are accepted.

Attending Crit Nite is a great way to grow as an artist, connect with others, and move your creative projects forward. Whether you’re seeking feedback, inspiration, or community, this event provides a welcoming space to engage and evolve.

Pay What You Can | Recommended Contribution $8
$8 reflects the true cost of this program, but you’re welcome to pay more or less based on your circumstances.

TONIGHT
7-9pm
15 Ziegler Court
Downtown Elgin

A tasty directors meeting.
08/20/2026

A tasty directors meeting.

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15 Ziegler Court
Elgin, IL
60120

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