Summer Celebration 2026

You’re invited to the family event of the summer! Join Artspace and partners for Summer Celebration featuring a youth art exhibition, hands-on art making activities and demonstrations. Plus, beat the heat with free snow cones and popcorn while supplies last!
Free to attend and open to the public. Registration is not required, but will help us anticipate attendance!
Featured Activities:
- Explore youth art exhibitions by artists grades 1-12
- Participate in hands-on artist demos
- Create your own masterpiece with our all-ages art activity
- Enjoy free snow cones and popcorn while supplies last
- Meet and create with our community partners
Thanks to our Summer Celebration supporters: City of Raleigh Arts Commission, NC Arts Council, and United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County.
About Artspace //
Artspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists, engage with 30artists working in their studios, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace, visit artspacenc.org
Parking and Accessibility //
Free street parking is available on Davie Street. Free parking is available at the following parking decks:
- City Center Deck, 429 S. Wilmington St.
- Moore Square Deck, 233 S. Wilmington St.
- Municipal Complex Deck, 201 W. Morgan St.
- Wilmington Street Station Deck, 117 S. Wilmington St.
There are also several pay lots nearby: City Market parking lot and several Secure P lots for night + weekend parking (314 E Davie St, 415 S Person St, 417 S Person St).
Explore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.
