By Alix Batte
Get ready to be “Wild About Art” at the Arts Council of Midland’s 40th annual Celebration of the Arts this month, kicking off with a safari-themed premiere party.
Held at the Bush Convention Center, the ACM will be hosting over 60 visual artists from all around the Southwest United States as they show off their creations. As the longest-running annual event held in Downtown Midland, this festival is sure to impress.
The three-day event will include demonstrations and interactive activities, not to mention displays of some brilliant artwork. Over the course of the festival, attendees will have many different opportunities to show their support for the arts. From tea parties to live music, there is sure to be something for everyone at Celebration of the Arts this year.
Celebration of the Arts will celebrate art in many fun ways, but it will also be shedding light on 15 different nonprofit organizations throughout the Permian Basin.
Tickets and sponsorship packets can be purchased online here.
On Friday, July 12, the festival will get rolling with a ticketed Premiere Party at 7 p.m. There will be delicious snacks and drinks to enjoy while you enjoy live music and mingle with visual artists. A silent auction will be held throughout the night, so be sure to check out all the entries!
From 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, the festivities will continue with a showcase of many artists and their works, as well as live music. Interactive crafts and demonstrations will be going on throughout the day. When it’s time to stop for lunch, food trucks will be available on Texas Avenue.
The festival will continue the excitement on Sunday, July 14, from noon until 5 p.m.
Celebration of the Arts is open to the public with free admission on Saturday and Sunday.
Sunday will also offer two ticketed options for tea parties. From 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. there will be “Tea & Me Tea Party,” for boys and girls ages 5-12. There will be lemonade, cupcakes, and a fun take-away bag! Tickets are $25 and include 1 adult and 1 child, with the option to add additional children for $5 each.
From 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. there will be “Afternoon Tea” for adults ages 13 and up. This tea party will include a variety of teas and other refreshments, sandwiches, and assorted sweet treats. Tickets can be purchased as individual tickets for $60 each or in tables of four or eight for $400 and $750 respectively.
For more information on the Arts Council of Midland and to purchase tickets for Celebration of the Arts, visit www.acmidland.org.
Celebration of the Arts will take place at the Bush Convention Center, beginning on July 12. Bring the whole family for a day of art and fun!
