Art Swarm, the dynamic plein air event that turns downtown Cary into a lively, open‑air creative studio, returns on October 14–18, 2026.
During this multi-day event, top regional artists will capture Cary landmarks on canvas in outdoor settings, studio artists will create artwork inside the Cary Arts Center, and experts will lead workshops like portraiture, urban sketching, abstract painting, and more.
Schedule of Events
October 14–17: Artists can be seen painting daily from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM at outdoor downtown Cary locations. Also during these four days are workshops targeted at varying skill levels. Workshops are at the FALC Gallery and Cary Arts Center.
October 17, 12:00 – 4:00: Sidewalk Art Sale at & Tap, 307 S Academy St, Cary, NC 27511, USA
October 18 – Public Reception, Art Exhibition and Awards Ceremony at 3:00 – 5:00 PM inside the FALC Gallery at 110 E. Park St., behind The Mayton.
The Fine Arts League of Cary (FALC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the arts in the region, brings you Art Swarm. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and our Home Page. The Town of Cary is a key sponsor of Art Swarm.