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SUMMARY:3rd Thursday Opening Night at CityArts
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate arts\, culture\, and history on the third Thursday of every month in downtown Orlando from 6-9 p.m. Presented by the Downtown Arts District\, the 3rd Thursday Orlando series features art exhibitions\, live performances\, access to the History Center\, and so much more. \nThird Thursday Orlando’s continued popularity has sparked new and exciting partnerships with some of downtown Orlando’s most influential organizations including City District Main Street and the Orange County Regional History Center. Third Thursdays’ footprint now extends down the block from CityArts Orlando to the Orange County Regional History Center and Heritage Square. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nArts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck out the latest featured exhibitions at the CityArts 3rd Thu Opening Night Reception. Rotating monthly\, there’s always something new for everyone at this historic downtown Orlando landmark. \n6 p.m. – 9 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistory. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnjoy free admission to the Orange County History Center on event nights. Discover four floors of Central Florida history across an array of rotating and permanent exhibits\, immersive displays\, and interactive experiences. \n6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/3rd-thursday-opening-night-at-cityarts-2/
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SUMMARY:CityArts Café Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the grand opening of CityArts Café\, a new creative space nestled inside the historic Rogers Kiene Building—home to CityArts\, downtown Orlando’s vibrant hub for arts and culture. \nStop by throughout the day to enjoy live music\, art activations\, coffee tastings\, free samples\, and exclusive merch giveaways. Experience a taste of Lavazza\, Italy’s world-renowned coffee brand\, now proudly served at CityArts Café. \nWhether you’re visiting between gallery tours or simply looking for a cozy spot to unwind\, CityArts Café offers a perfect place to sip\, connect\, and be inspired. Partial proceeds from the café will directly support local artists\, helping sustain Orlando’s creative community. \nCelebrate the blend of art\, culture\, and coffee with us at CityArts Café! \nCityArts Café Grand OpeningWednesday\, November 12\, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Ribbon Cutting & Remarks: 11:00 a.m.37 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/cityarts-cafe-grand-opening/
LOCATION:CityArts\, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opening
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday Opening Night Reception
DESCRIPTION:On the third Thursday of every month\, CityArts opens its doors for audiences to experience new artwork featured in seven different galleries. \nCityArts is a proud partner of 3rd Thursday Orlando: Arts. Making. History. \n  \n3rd Thursday Opening Night Reception at CityArts\nThursday\, November 20\, 2025\n6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Event\n  \nAustin Commercial Gallery: Bloomberg Pollinators Artist Exhibition \nCityArts Cafe Gallery: “It’s All About Florida” Duo Exhibition by Holly Tharp & Heather Dartez \nUpstairs Signature Gallery: “Thank you\, Shadow\, For Now I Am Free” Solo exhibition by Laura Buitrago \nThe Mahesh Chaddah Family Trust Spotlight Gallery: Solo Exhibition by Matt Duke \nSide Gallery: Solo Exhibition by Daeu Angert \nNew Exhibitions in the Young Artists Gallery & Redefine Gallery! \n  \nEnjoy curator conversations! \n  \nCityArts provides parking validations for the Plaza Parking GarageONLY. The validation reduces the parking fee to $4.The Library Parking Garage is closer\, but CityArts does not provide parking validations for that garage. \n\nThank you to our event partners:\n– City of Orlando– Downtown Development Board– Orange County Government: Arts and Cultural Affairs– United Arts of Central Florida– Remixed- Austin Commercial– Florida Department of Arts & Culture\n 
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/third-thursday-opening-night-reception-2/
LOCATION:CityArts\, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opening
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SUMMARY:"Thank You\, Shadow\, For Now I Am Free" Exhibition by Laura Buitrago
DESCRIPTION:The peak of COVID-19 was a time of devastating loss worldwide—but for Laura Buitrago\, it was also a time of rebirth and reimagining who she was and what she had to offer the world. \nThe Colombia native had tried other things—among them being an au pair in France and working with students in Cambodia—which led her to pursue a master’s degree in international development in Madrid. \nThat’s where it all fell apart for Buitrago\, who formerly signed her work as Lajubu. “I was pretty disappointed in seeing the real world and how things were handled\, the primary motivations being political and economic and just not really caring about the actual locals.” \nThe pandemic hit during a visit with her family in South Florida\, making it an ideal time for a reset. She recalls: “During my travels\, I would always do sketching and writing\, but I never considered that as an option [for a career].” \nBut Buitrago’s friends believed in her talent and encouraged her to pursue art. She began painting\, discovering her style and her appreciation for the human form\, and soon started to receive commissions that supplemented her income as a scenic painter for an Orlando-based immersive experience company. \nEven more importantly\, however\, painting became a way for Buitrago to confront the “shadows”—which psychotherapist Carl Jung described as the inner world that we avoid and seek to hide from others—within herself and to find freedom from negativity and self-deprecation. \nBuitrago’s work\, which recently expanded into sculpture\, has gotten noticed: a People’s Choice award from Orlando Museum of Art\, a Curator’s Choice award from SOBO Art Gallery & Studio\, a grant from United Arts of Central Florida and an Artist-in-Action residency at the Maitland Art Center. \nHer exploration of her inner shadows culminated in a collection of works that will be featured in an immersive CityArts exhibition. Thank You\, Shadow\, for Now I Am Free will run from November 20 to December 13. \n“I believe our shadows exist to show us we’re not free\,” adds Buitrago. “I believe they’re here to inform us and not deter us. We decide how we treat their relationship. Are we victims of them\, or are we going to be empowered by them?” \nCityArts is located at 39 South Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando. For more information\, visit downtownartsdistrict.com. You can also visit laurabuitragoart.com to see the artist’s online gallery. \nWritten by Cheri Henderson \n  \nRegister for Third Thursday here
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/thank-you-shadow-for-now-i-am-free-exhibition-by-laura-buitrago/
LOCATION:CityArts\, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Beyond the Box" Exhibition by daeuArt
DESCRIPTION:“Beyond the Box” is a bold\, conceptually driven installation by daeuArt. This immersive presentation explores identity\, self-perception\, and psychological constraints through a series of vignettes\, each examining themes like the inner child\, self-criticism\, and repressed trauma. The exhibition features textured oil paintings and sculptural forms\, with the symbolic “box” serving as both structure and metaphor. The gallery itself becomes part of the work\, inviting viewers to step inside\, confront boundaries\, and engage directly with the narrative. Through this interaction\, viewers move beyond the box\, becoming active participants in this experience.
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/beyond-the-box-exhibition-by-daeuart/
LOCATION:CityArts\, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Silence is a Symphony" Exhibition by Hannah Howells Opens at CityArts January 15
DESCRIPTION:Hannah Howells began photographing live music at an early age\, drawn to the people and moments that exist beyond the stage\, and has continued documenting through years of presence in local music communities. Her work is guided by closeness\, finding meaning in shared moments\, friendships\, and the intimacy of being present.\n\nHowells translates motion and feeling without excess. Each band\, song\, and moment is allowed to stand on its own\, guided by its own energy. Her photos preserve the scene as it exists\, honest\, fleeting\, and alive.\n\nSilence is a Symphony runs January 15th – February 14th 2026 at CityArts in downtown Orlando.\n\nCurated by Kyle Eagle\, with a special thanks to Patrick Kahn
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/silence-is-a-symphony-exhibition-by-hannah-howells-opens-at-cityarts-january-15/
LOCATION:CityArts\, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
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SUMMARY:3rd Thursday Opening Night Reception - March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Third Thursday at CityArts. Enjoy drink specials\, curator conversations\, artist connections\, and seven new exhibitions. Meet the artists and explore what’s new in the galleries.\nCityArts is a proud partner of the newly expanded 3rd Thursday Orlando: Arts. Making. History.\n____________________________________________________ \nFeatured exhibitions at CityArts include:\nAustin Commercial Gallery – Group Exhibition by the Asian Cultural Association\nUpstairs Signature Gallery – H2Show Group Exhibition\nSide Gallery – Solo Exhibition by Martha Sanders\nCityArts Cafe Gallery – “faces” Solo Exhibition by Juan Sostre\nThe Mahesh Chaddah Family Trust Spotlight Gallery – Duo Exhibition by Paul Columbus and Jennifer Columbus\nNew Art in the Young Artists Gallery and Redefine Gallery!\n____________________________________________________ \nPARKING\nCityArts provides parking validations for the Plaza Parking Garage ONLY. The validation reduces the parking fee to $4. The Library Parking Garage is closer\, but CityArts does not provide parking validations for that garage. Metered street parking is free after 6:00 p.m. \n____________________________________________________ \nThank You to Our Annual Sponsors:\nOrange County Arts and Cultural Affairs \nCity of Orlando \nUnited Arts of Central Florida \nDowntown Development Board \nRemixed
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/3rd-thursday-opening-night-reception-march-2026/
LOCATION:CityArts\, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opening
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SUMMARY:3rd Thursday Opening Night Reception - April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Third Thursday at CityArts. Enjoy drink specials\, curator conversations\, artist connections\, and seven new exhibitions. Meet the artists and explore what’s new in the galleries.\nCityArts is a proud partner of the newly expanded 3rd Thursday Orlando: Arts. Making. History.\n____________________________________________________ \nFeatured exhibitions at CityArts include:\nAustin Commercial Gallery – “Echoes of US” Group Exhibition in Collaboration with Ecos Fest & CityArts\nUpstairs Signature Gallery – Japanese Artists Exhibition\nSide Gallery – Solo Exhibition by Roland Cruse\nCityArts Cafe Gallery – “Echoes of US” Group Exhibition in Collaboration with Ecos Fest & CityArts\nThe Mahesh Chaddah Family Trust Spotlight Gallery – Solo Exhibition by Julio “Julsan” Sanchez\nYoung Artists Gallery – “The Art of Hope” An Exhibition Benefitting Runway to Hope\nNew Art in the Young Artists Gallery and Redefine Gallery!\n____________________________________________________ \nPARKING\nCityArts provides parking validations for the Plaza Parking Garage ONLY. The validation reduces the parking fee to $4. The Library Parking Garage is closer\, but CityArts does not provide parking validations for that garage. Metered street parking is free after 6:00 p.m. \n____________________________________________________ \nThank You to Our Annual Sponsors:\nOrange County Arts and Cultural Affairs \nCity of Orlando \nUnited Arts of Central Florida \nDowntown Development Board \nRemixed
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/3rd-thursday-opening-night-reception-april-2026/
LOCATION:CityArts\, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mind\, Body and Color: Orlando Health Arts in Medicine Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Mind\, Body and Color\n\nFor 30 years\, artists have connected with Orlando Health cancer patients through the Arts in Medicine program. Whether writing\, dancing\, or painting\, patients take their minds off treatment and focus simply on creating. For many\, this reconnects them with who they are—not simply a patient\, but a person.\n\nSince 2013\, the Arts in Medicine program has hosted an annual exhibition at City Arts Gallery\, celebrating the creative works of patients at the Orlando Health Cancer Institute.\n\nThis year’s theme\, “Mind\, Body and Color” celebrates how creativity provides a wholistic approach to wellness. Each piece offers a glimpse into how patients use art to transform their personal challenges into expressions of wholeness\, vitality\, and the world they aspire to see.\n\nFrom May 21 through June 13\, this inspiring exhibition will feature over 50 works created by cancer patients and their loved ones. Join us at City Arts Gallery to experience the healing power of creativity and honor those on their journey to wellness.\n 
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/mind-body-and-color-orlando-health-arts-in-medicine-exhibition/
LOCATION:CityArts\, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opening
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SUMMARY:"State Flower Ladies" Exhibition by June Bunch Opens in the CityArts Café on June 18\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:For State Flower Ladies\, June Bunch transforms 50 state flowers into botanical ballerinas. Her illustrations combine figure drawing with floral theatrics\, adding elements of vibrant colors and texture-rich embroidery to her work. In an instant\, her images stretch the viewer’s eye past the present to see the blossom’s full-seasonal vitality\, summarized in one frozen motion.\n\nBunch curates contemporary illustrations by studying plants’ “choreography” of growth\, illuminating their dance with vibrant colors and clean lines. Her visual art remains rooted in botany and ballet\, featuring postures that hold emotional richness\, highlighting human nature and flora in a bold\, empowering way.\n\nThe art is created first through expressive figure drawings and botanical sketches that are then translated digitally and drawn line-by-line with a pen-tool\, tending to each marking with thoughtful detail.\n\nTo dive into the story behind each illustration\, you can visit https://www.junebunch.com/illustration\n\n\nAbout the artist:\n June Bunch (@junebunchstudio) is a self-taught illustrator from St. Petersburg\, FL. Her art focuses on natural growth\, interpreting plants’ movement through human body language. She studied botany and illustrated for plant nurseries before moving to Juneau\, AK  as a naturalist guide. There\, June grew inspired by the “choreography” of the natural world around her and humanized it\, incorporating figure drawing paired with a love of dance.\n\n\nHer work has won an honorable mention at the Morean Arts Center and has been on display at the Imagine Museum\, Dunedin Fine Arts Center\, Five Deuces Galleria\, Art@400\, The Werk Gallery\, and the Gulf Coast Arts Alliance Gallery. She has recently been awarded a micro-grant from the Gobioff Foundation which sponsored a portion of the State Flower Ladies exhibition.
URL:https://downtownartsdistrict.com/event/state-flower-ladies-exhibition-by-june-bunch-opens-in-the-cityarts-cafe-on-june-18-2026/
LOCATION:CityArts\, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue\, Orlando\, FL\, 32801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opening
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