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08/25/2026

Call for Art Vendors

A Program of the Downtown Arts District & CityArts

Presented by the Downtown Development Board

The Downtown Arts District is seeking talented artists, makers, and creative vendors to participate in the 2026 Orlando Mural Festival, presented by the Downtown Development Board.

Held in the heart of Downtown Orlando, the Orlando Mural Festival transforms the city into a vibrant celebration of public art, creativity, and community. Throughout the day, thousands of visitors explore newly completed murals, enjoy live entertainment, and engage with local artists.

This is an opportunity for artists to showcase and sell original artwork, connect with a large public audience, and be part of one of Downtown Orlando's signature arts events.

Application Due: 11:59 p.m. on September 6, 2026

Application Fee: Free

Vendor Fee: $50 (due only upon acceptance)

Selected vendors will receive a designated outdoor booth space within the festival.

For more information or to apply, visit downtownartsdistrict.com/call-to-artists and select "Orlando Mural Festival 2026 Vendor"

08/22/2026

CALL FOR LIVE MURALISTS

A Program of the Downtown Arts District & CityArts. Presented by the Downtown Development Board

The Downtown Arts District is seeking artists to participate as Live Muralists during the 2026 Orlando Mural Festival, presented by the Downtown Development Board.

Selected artists will create original artwork live during the festival on prepared mural panels, giving visitors the opportunity to watch the creative process in real time. This opportunity celebrates the energy of live art while engaging thousands of festival attendees throughout the day.

Applications will be considered for both temporary and permanent panel opportunities. Artists may not apply for only one category. Following the review process, selected artists will be assigned to the opportunity that best aligns with their work and the festival's curatorial vision.

Due: 11:59 p.m. on September 6, 2026

For more information or to apply, visit downtownartsdistrict.com/call-to-artists and select "Live Muralists for OMF 2026"

Pictured: Mac De Sol

08/20/2026

Third Thursday is tonight! Discover art activations, exhibitions, and immersive experiences all evening long.

Shows Opening This Third Thursday:

Austin Commercial Gallery - The Art of Orlando Main Streets Group Exhibition

Upstairs Signature Gallery - B-SIDE ARTISTS group exhibit “Skin + Bones AKA: Choosing Art in the End Times”

CityArts Café Gallery - “Foeism” by ETCH

The Mahesh Chaddah Family Trust Spotlight Gallery - “blue waypoint” by Delia Miller

Side Gallery - “Flow[er]s” by Alexis Collum

Redefine Gallery - “RELICS & RESIDUE” A Collaborative Exhibition Featuring _XEN3X_ & ANTI

New Art in the Young Artists Gallery!

Live set by DJ Mac at CityArts

Thursday, August 20, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
CityArts | 39 S. Magnolia Avenue
Free to Attend
Register at 3rdthurs2026.eventbrite.com

07/30/2026

On view in the CityArts Café: Solo Exhibition by Vaughn Belak

Vaughn Belak is an independent artist currently based in Orlando Fl. His work ranges from dark, pop surrealism to incredibly rich, textured abstracts. Vaughn has been a professional artist for over 2 decades and is always pushing himself to grow and improve by diving headfirst into uncomfortable new waters. These abstracts come from a deeply personal and intentional collection that has helped him navigate some major life changes and literally pulled Vaughn out of his old life and into a new one.

On view until August 15th at 6 PM.

07/29/2026

On view in the Austin Commercial Gallery: Pitch Side

Curated by Kyle Eagle and Ashley Taylor

Pitch Side brings together artists shaped by the rhythm of the world's game, where discipline, failure, and repetition become a language of making. Inspired by jogo bonito, the beautiful game, the exhibition captures the culture surrounding soccer, from street pitches to stadium lights, the design inspired by the tactile energy of 90s play: oversized jerseys, heavy shin guards, worn fields, and long practices that blurred effort into identity. For many, the field was the first studio, a place where failure wasn't an end but part of the process, where movement, timing, and instinct were learned through doing. Designers, photographers, videographers, and artists translate those experiences into visual form, exploring the moments just off the pitch where emotion gathers and the game reveals its deeper texture: passion, pride, frustration, and joy. Pitch Side is less about the spectacle of the game and more about its imprint, how it shapes the way we see, think, and create.

On view until August 15th at 6 PM.

07/27/2026

CALL FOR MURALISTS: Orlando Mural Festival 2026

A program of the Downtown Arts District and CityArts, presented by the Downtown Development Board.

The Downtown Arts District is seeking experienced muralists to participate in the 2026 Orlando Mural Festival. Selected artists will create original large scale murals throughout Downtown Orlando, helping transform the city into a vibrant outdoor gallery.

Selected artists will receive paid commissions ranging from $3,000 to $25,000.

Application highlights:
• Free to apply
• Open theme
• Local, regional, national, and international artists are encouraged to apply
• Application deadline: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Visit downtownartsdistrict.com/call-to-artists/ for full details and application requirements.

Pictured in Photo 1: Tracie Harris Thompson
Pictured in Photo 2: Don Rimx

07/23/2026

CALL FOR ARTISTS | Art of Orlando Main Streets 2026

The Downtown Arts District, CityArts Orlando, and Orlando Main Streets are excited to present Art of Mainstreet 2026: an exhibition showcasing the artists and creative communities that make Orlando's Main Street districts unique.

If you've participated in projects with one of Orlando's Main Street districts, we invite you to apply! We're seeking original artwork across a wide range of mediums, including painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, digital art, fiber arts, printmaking, and more.

Showcase your work in the Austin Commercial Gallery at CityArts, connect with fellow artists and collectors, and be part of a celebration of Orlando's thriving arts community.

Important Dates:
Application Deadline: Monday, August 10, 2026 | 11:59 PM
Notification of Acceptance: Wednesday, August 12
Exhibition: August 20 – September 12, 2026
Opening Reception: Thursday, August 20 | 6–9 PM

Eligible artists must have participated in projects with one of the following Orlando Main Street districts:

Audubon Park Garden District, College Park Main Street, Ivanhoe Village Main Street, Mills 50 District, The Milk District, S**o District, Thornton Park District, City District (Downtown Orlando), Parramore Main Street, Curry Ford West, Gateway Orlando District, or West Lakes Market Street District.

Apply today at https://downtownartsdistrict.com/call-to-artists/

07/22/2026

What a night! Thank you to everyone who came out to last week’s Third Thursday at CityArts. We love seeing Downtown Orlando come alive through art. If you missed this one, don’t worry, we’ll see you at the next Third Thursday on August 20!

All exhibitions remain on view until August 15 at 6PM:

Austin Commercial Gallery - “Pitch Side” Group Exhibition, Curated by Kyle Eagle and Ashley Taylor

Upstairs Signature Gallery - Sensory Overload Group Exhibition, Presented by Give.Local.Love

Side Gallery - “Book-A-Holic” by H. Gorlitz Scott, Presented by Art For All Spaces

CityArts Café Gallery - Solo Exhibition by Vaughn Belak

The Mahesh Chaddah Family Trust Spotlight Gallery - Duo Exhibition by Peterson Guerrier & Christopher Jones

New Art in the Young Artists Gallery & Redefine Gallery

Video made by The Sweet Talkers Entertainment

07/10/2026

Bring a little Florida sunshine to your canvas during Citrus Morning: Painting Citrus on the Vine at CityArts Orlando!

This beginner-friendly acrylic painting workshop, led by artist Lindsay Agnew, invites students to create a bright citrus-inspired painting featuring simple circles, leafy branches, and fresh Florida colors.

Participants will explore the basics of acrylic painting while learning techniques like layering, brushwork, and color mixing in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Whether you’re new to painting or looking to refresh your skills, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and leave with a one-of-a-kind piece of art.��CityArts Orlando�39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801�10:00 AM - 12:00 PM�Ages 12+�Price: $45

Reserve your spot at https://studioagnew.com/citrus-morning-painting-on-the-vine

06/27/2026

Time is running out to try our June specials, don’t miss out!

And don’t forget, every Sunday from 10 AM - 2 PM, enjoy Buy One, Get One FREE mimosas 🥂 See you this weekend!

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