Downtown Arts District

Call to Artists: H2Show 2026
2026-02-25 23:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
CityArts Orlando and OUC have partnered once again to present H2Show. OUC is more than a hometown utility—it is a committed community partner and leader. Their outreach, educational programs, initiatives, and events reflect the diversity of the customers, employees, and communities they serve.

Submitted works should align with one of the following themes:
Environmental / Eco-Friendly Themes: unique vegetation and wildlife; biological or geological subjects; Florida surface waters; and related environmental topics.
Florida Themes: The Everglades, beaches, state parks, recreational uses of water, state events, state symbols (bird, flower, etc.), downtown Orlando or UCF bodies of water (fountains, ponds, etc.), Lake Eola, geographic features, water treatment facilities, historic elevated water tanks, and related subjects.

All mediums will be accepted.

Awards:
$100 — Best in Show
$50 — First Place
$50 — Second Place

Apply at https://downtownartsdistrict.com/call-to-artists/
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Location: Signature Gallery | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando FL 32801

Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Notification of Acceptance: Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Dates of Exhibit: Thursday, March 19, 2026 – Saturday, April 11, 2026

Third Thursday Opening Reception: March 19, 2026. 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

Art Drop Off: Sunday, 03/15/26 and Monday, 03/16/26 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Art Pick Up: Sunday, 04/12/26, and Monday, 04/13/26 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Application Fee: Free, Sponsored by Orlando Health. Submit up to 4 pieces

Gallery Commission: 30%

Art After Dark 2026
2026-03-14 19:00 - 22:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Back by popular demand. Art After Dark is returning to the Downtown Arts District, promising an unforgettable evening of art, culture, and live entertainment perfect for young professionals and the young at heart.
Now thru March 10, enjoy $25 Early Bird access to Art After Dark. No promo code required.
Bring a date, grab your friends, and explore CityArts’ seven stunning galleries and café, each featuring brand-new works by talented Orlando artists.
Entertainment
• Live music and DJ sets by Jayo & Special Guests, DJ Frankie Messina, and DJ Antoina Rivano
• Pop-up performances by FEMME 7
• Live painting by Julio Sanchez (Julsan) in the FORDify the Arts Courtyard
• Live painting by James Morley inside CityArts Orlando
• Interactive art installations
• Henna designs by AshrockArt
• Tarot card readings by Ms. Angelique Luna
• Portrait sketches by Dawrby
• Mini workshop by the Orlando Collage Club
• Surprise performances throughout the night
Food & Beverage
• Wine tastings by Assemblage Wine
• Bourbon tastings by Forward/Slash Distillery
• Nowadays Seltzer tastings by City Beverages
• Cocktail tastings by The Drake Kitchen + Bar
• Cheese samplings by La Femme du Fromage
• Food tastings by Foodie Catering
• Food tastings by Fresh Market
• Ube Bread samplings by Beng Bread
Additional Experiences
• Photo opportunities throughout CityArts
• Photobooth by Photo Magic Booth Rentals
With Admission to Art After Dark
• Two complimentary drink tickets (beer, wine, or bubbly)
• A complimentary flute of bubbly upon entry
• Access to all galleries and experiences throughout the evening
But that’s not all—there will be meet-and-greet opportunities with guest artists, surprise performances, and more.
Don’t wait—tickets sell out every year.
Tickets:

Now thru March 10, enjoy $25 Early Bird access to Art After Dark. (1 ticket)
No promo code required.
$35 Single General Admission Ticket (1) (Mar. 11 until SOLD OUT)

Pro Tip: Tips for artists and performers are highly encouraged!
Attire: Cocktail attire preferred / dressy casual
Age Requirement: 21 and up
Parking: We recommend taking Uber or Lyft if you plan to enjoy the included beverages. If you drive, the nearest parking garages are the Library Parking Garage and The Plaza Parking Garage.
Thank you to our event sponsors:

Orlando Health
ALL Real Estate and Investments
Photo Magic Booth Rentals

Thank you to our food and beverage sponsors:

City Beverages
Assemblage
Forward Slash Distillery
The Drake Kitchen + Bar
La Femme du Fromage
Fresh Market
Beng Bread
Foodie Catering

Thank you to our annual supporting sponsors:

City of Orlando
Downtown Development Board
Orange County Government: Arts and Cultural Affairs
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United Arts of Central Florida

3rd Thursday Opening Night Reception - March 2026
2026-03-19 18:00 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
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.
CityArts is a proud partner of the newly expanded 3rd Thursday Orlando: Arts. Making. History.
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Featured exhibitions at CityArts include:
Austin Commercial Gallery – Group Exhibition by the Asian Cultural Association
Upstairs Signature Gallery – H2Show Group Exhibition
Side Gallery – Solo Exhibition by Martha Sanders
CityArts Cafe Gallery – “faces” Solo Exhibition by Juan Sostre
The Mahesh Chaddah Family Trust Spotlight Gallery – Duo Exhibition by Paul Columbus and Jennifer Columbus
New Art in the Young Artists Gallery and Redefine Gallery!
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PARKING
CityArts 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.
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Thank You to Our Annual Sponsors:
Orange County Arts and Cultural Affairs
City of Orlando
United Arts of Central Florida
Downtown Development Board
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Jazz in the Courtyard: Joe Fritz
2026-03-24 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-31 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-14 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-05-19 16:30 - 18:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join us on Tuesdays from 4:30–6:30 PM in the newly renovated FORDify the Arts Courtyard at CityArts for live jazz music and great vibes! Free event, open to all. Stop by, unwind, and enjoy the music!

Ecos Fest x CityArts Call to Artists: Echoes of US
2026-03-25 23:00 - 23:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Latin roots run deep through time and tradition, transcending borders and cultures: seeds germinating into limitless universes of meaning.
What does it mean to be Latin/Hispanic/Latinx at this moment in history?
What hues diffract from the prism contrasting the old and the new, tradition and technology, oil and brush and quantum computing?
What are the ancestral echoes that resonate and guide us in the era of social media and A.I.?
How can our Latin roots help us stand firm through the winds of change?
How will our actions, our work and our love resonate?
What seeds will we leave for future generations?
What are the echoes of US?
Apply at https://downtownartsdistrict.com/call-to-artists/
Location: Austin Commercial Gallery & CityArts Cafe Gallery | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando FL 32801
Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Notification of Acceptance: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Dates of Exhibit: Thursday, April 16, 2026 – Saturday, May 16, 2026
Third Thursday Opening Reception: April 16, 2026. 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Art Drop Off: Sunday, 04/12/26 and Monday, 04/13/26 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Art Pick Up: Sunday, 05/17/26, and Monday, 05/18/26 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Application Fee: Free, Sponsored by Orlando Health. Submit up to 4 pieces
Gallery Commission: 30%
Apply at https://downtownartsdistrict.com/call-to-artists/

Orlando Story Club: Gotcha!
2026-04-01 19:00 - 22:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Orlando Story Club is a live storytelling competition that takes place at CityArts Orlando (39 S Magnolia Ave). All regular shows begin at 7:00 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Every Orlando Story Club event has a theme. Anyone with a story that fits with that theme can enter by putting their name in the story hat. Ten names are drawn at random. Each storyteller is given 5 minutes to impress the audience, and the top 3 tellers take home prizes.

It’s a night of laughter, fun, and connection! Join us for our not-so-serious storytelling competition! Come laugh, listen, drink, and help build our community!

Purchase tickets at https://osc2026.eventbrite.com

Upcoming Events:All regular shows start at 7:00 p.m.April 1: Gotcha!June 3: Over The RainbowAugust 5: SaltyOctober 7: HarvestDecember 2: All That Glitters

If you aren’t interested in telling a story, we love story listeners! We have an activity that everyone can participate in. What’s a one-liner?

It is an anonymous story (true to the storyteller) that can fit on one notecard and relates to the theme of the evening.

For example, if the theme is “Past Our Bedtime,” a one-liner is: “I truly thought there were monsters under my bed until I was in high school.”

Who reads these one-liners? Our awesome hosts, Danielle and Bobby, read them in between storytellers. Don’t worry. They won’t reveal your name!

All regular productions are hosted by Danielle Ziss & Bobby Wesley

Orlando Story Club is a program of The Downtown Arts District

Jazz in the Courtyard: Joanna Lung
2026-04-07 16:30 - 18:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States

3rd Thursday Opening Night Reception - April 2026
2026-04-16 18:00 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
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.
CityArts is a proud partner of the newly expanded 3rd Thursday Orlando: Arts. Making. History.
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Featured exhibitions at CityArts include:
Austin Commercial Gallery – “Echoes of US” Group Exhibition in Collaboration with Ecos Fest & CityArts
Upstairs Signature Gallery – Japanese Artists Exhibition
Side Gallery – Solo Exhibition by Roland Cruse
CityArts Cafe Gallery – “Echoes of US” Group Exhibition in Collaboration with Ecos Fest & CityArts
The Mahesh Chaddah Family Trust Spotlight Gallery – Solo Exhibition by Julio “Julsan” Sanchez
Young Artists Gallery – “The Art of Hope” An Exhibition Benefitting Runway to Hope
New Art in the Young Artists Gallery and Redefine Gallery!
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PARKING
CityArts 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.
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Thank You to Our Annual Sponsors:
Orange County Arts and Cultural Affairs
City of Orlando
United Arts of Central Florida
Downtown Development Board
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Ceramics Workshop at CityArts
2026-04-18 15:30 - 18:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Presented by Toasted Earth Ceramics Co. We’ll be making a matching kitchen set of a spoon rest and an herb stripper! No experience required; a demo will be shown step by step or you can build your own unique shape! Decorate, embellish, and paint your piece however you’d like. Clay, underglaze for color, and all firings included. Hosted at CityArts in Downtown Arts District Orlando. All materials and firings included. Please allow 4-5 weeks for two separate firings to take place

Purchase tickets here

Monday Scaries: The Unprecious Comedy Show
2026-04-20 19:00 - 22:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join the Monday Scaries at CityArts for a night of unhinged comedy, big laughs, and questionable life choices (the fun kind)! Tickets are $5 at the door (cash/venmo). Don’t miss out!

Jazz in the Courtyard: Alex Fink
2026-04-21 16:30 - 18:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States

Jazz in the Courtyard: Paul Van Wormer
2026-04-28 16:30 - 18:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States

CityArts Write Night & Open Stage
2026-05-04 18:30 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Looking to write, workshop, and/or perform in a supportive, creative space? Join us for 1st Monday for the CityArts Write Night & Open Stage, hosted by Florida Comedy Collective. Whether you’re shaping jokes, stories, or trying something new, this is a place to turn emotions into performance art.
6:30 PM – Florida Comedy Collective Writing Workshop – A guided, collaborative space to explore stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy, using real emotions, lived experiences, and honest thoughts as fuel for writing and performing. All experience levels are welcomed.
7:30 PM – Open Stage – Share your voice and your point of view! What to test out that new stand-up bit, improv scene, or comedy sketch? Well this is the place for you! Musicians, poets, and all performance artists are also welcome to channel their creativity, emotions, and stories on stage. This time can be used to share what was written at the writing workshop or something brand new that you’re working on. Come share your art with your community!
Dates: Every 1st Monday starting in April
6:30 pm – 9pm
May 4th
June 1st
July 6th
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About Florida Comedy Collective – Florida Comedy Collective is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by Chandy Burke and Aimee LeCourse. This organization is dedicated to promoting and supporting comedic arts in Florida. We provide a platform for comedians to showcase their talent and connect with audiences across the state. Our mission is to foster a vibrant and inclusive comedy community that celebrates creativity and humor. For more information – https://www.floridacomedycollective.com/

Jazz in the Courtyard: Steamin' Jazz
2026-05-12 16:30 - 18:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States

Cents 4 Wellness: A Sample Service Mart, Social, & Barter Station
2026-05-16 13:00 - 17:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
May 16th from 1-5pm, the H3RD collective will be hosting “Cents 4 Wellness”, a sample service mart, social, & barter station. Come out to trade, sample holistic offerings, meet fellow wellness enthusiasts, and support local service-based businesses!

Our six wellness providers are volunteering a condensed version or sampling of their offerings for $5 or less. Services are primarily holistic wellness services based on energy psychology. They include, but are not limited to, somatic work, energy readings, pilates, Reiki, and sound baths. For more details, follow us @h3rdcollective on IG!
RSVP Link – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cents-4-wellness-a-sample-service-mart-social-barter-station-tickets-1988053882680?aff=oddtdtcreator

Mind, Body and Color: Orlando Health Arts in Medicine Exhibition
2026-05-21 18:00 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Mind, Body and Color

For 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.

Since 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.

This 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.

From 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.

3rd Thursday Opening Night Reception (May)
2026-05-21 18:00 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
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.
CityArts is a proud partner of the newly expanded 3rd Thursday Orlando: Arts. Making. History.
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Featured exhibitions at CityArts include:
Austin Commercial Gallery – “Mind, Body and Color”: Orlando Health Arts in Medicine Exhibition
Upstairs Signature Gallery – Osceola County School for the Arts Student & Alumni Exhibition
Side Gallery – Solo Exhibition by Brian Strigel
CityArts Cafe Gallery – “Mind, Body and Color”: Orlando Health Arts in Medicine Exhibition
The Mahesh Chaddah Family Trust Spotlight Gallery – Solo Exhibition by Stemberger
New Art in the Young Artists Gallery & Redefine Gallery
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PARKING
CityArts 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.
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PARTICIPATING VENUES IN THIRD THURSDAY
Interstruct ArtCube
On Thursday, May 21 from 5–8 p.m., Parramore Arts presents a double-header exhibition at Interstruct Design + Build, 814 W. Church Street, during Third Thursday Orlando.
● CONNECTION by Angelo the Artiste is a multimedia installation debuting at ArtCube, a glass-fronted shipping container micro-gallery. Curated by Pat Greene.
● FUTURE PERSPECTIVES welcomes four artists debuting at Parramore Arts to transform U-Haul trucks into pop-up galleries for one night only, featuring work by Roberto Sébastien, Dessary Francis, Robb Johnson and Ishaan Vadhera. Curated by Damany Cruickshank.
The public is invited to the opening on Thursday, May 21, from 5–8 p.m. at Interstruct, 814 W. Church Street in Parramore, featuring an Artists Talk beginning at 7:15 p.m. Free onsite parking will be available, along with a complimentary shuttle from CityArts (Pine & Magnolia) in Downtown Orlando.
Eola View
Join us as part of the Third Thursday Art Walk with a featured stop at Eola View.
Eola View will be hosting a casual evening of art and community as part of the Third Thursday venue lineup. Visitors can explore a variety of local creative activations throughout the space in a relaxed setting. Learn more.
This month includes:

Giveaway: private party at Bar One ($100 bar tab and appetizer package for up to 20 people)
Cash bar
Pop-up portraits
Tarot readings
Custom clothing
Live painting
Balcony views overlooking “Achromatic Arte Fresca: An Ode to Harmony”

We look forward to welcoming guests as they move through the Third Thursday Art Walk and experience each participating venue.
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Thank You to Our Annual Sponsors:
Orange County Arts and Cultural Affairs
City of Orlando
United Arts of Central Florida
Downtown Development Board
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Opening in the Side Gallery: Solo Exhibition by Brian Strigel
2026-05-21 18:00 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
“Everything’s Connected:
Connecting the Dots
Life is full of dots waiting to be connected.
Nothing exists alone.
Everything connects.
These paintings begin like connecting the dots—small shapes coming together to form something larger. As they link, patterns appear: cells, systems, life.
Inspired by science but guided by color, the work shows how simple parts become something complex and alive. The connections are visible.”
On view in the Side Gallery at CityArts (39 S. Magnolia Avenue) May 21, 2026 – June 13, 2026

Continuum: A Gathering in Practice brings together current students and alumni of Osceola County School for the Arts at CityArts Orlando
2026-05-21 18:00 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Curated by Patricia Calderon, Continuum: A Gathering in Practice brings together current students and alumni of Osceola County School for the Arts at CityArts Orlando.
As a founding member of OCSA’s Visual Arts program, established in 2003, Calderon has worked across generations of artists whose practices continue to evolve beyond the institution. This exhibition extends that long arc into a shared public context, convening artists without collapsing their distinct trajectories.
Several alumni featured in this exhibition are actively practicing artists whose work continues to evolve through sustained creative practice, exhibition, and independent inquiry.They are presented not as outcomes of a program, but as artists in their own right, whose practices continue to develop over time.
At its core, Continuum considers practice as an ongoing, never-ending process. Creation is not presented as a fixed destination, but as a process of continuous becoming, where each iteration informs the next, and every act of making exists within a larger, unfolding progression. Across media and subject, the works resist a singular narrative, inviting viewers to reflect on creativity not as one final outcome, but as a living continuum of inquiry, transformation, and possibility.
Continuum: A Gathering in Practice offers a space where artists meet across time, not as before and after, but within an ongoing field of practice.
POSTER DESIGNER
Melody “Mel” Capielo is a 2007 alumna of Osceola County School of the Arts and a Creative Director with more than 15 years of experience spanning hospitality, food and beverage, local government, medtech, and academia. Her passion for graphic design began in the halls of OCSA in 2003, working alongside Mrs. Calderon and the school’s small but mighty yearbook staff, where she first discovered the power of visual storytelling and creative collaboration.

After spending four years on the yearbook staff, Mel set an ambitious early goal: to one day see her name featured in a magazine’s masthead. It was a goal she accomplished within her first year of college, thanks in part to the strong design fundamentals she developed at OCSA, which helped her land her first professional design role. She later earned a BFA in Graphic Design from Miami International University of Art & Design in 2010.

Since then, Mel has built a career developing brand identities, immersive experiences, and strategic visual communications across print and digital platforms, working with both startups and large organizations. Her approach combines concept development, art direction, and thoughtful design strategy, grounded in the same curiosity and creative discipline first sparked during her time at OCSA. Now based in Denver after relocating from Miami, she continues to bring creativity, leadership, and gratitude for the place where her design journey began.

Jazz in the Courtyard: Luis Guerrero
2026-05-26 16:30 - 18:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States

Tastemaker Tuesday at CityArts
2026-05-26 18:00 - 20:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
A night of creativity, connection, and custom wine—crafted by you. Follow a guided workshop in tasting, blending, and bottling your own wine at CityArts Gallery in Downtown Orlando.

During this interactive workshop, you’ll:

Learn about the art winemaking
Tasted 3 red wines evaluating appearance, aroma, and body of each
Blend until you find the perfect recipe that matches your taste
Bottle it, cork it, name it and label it to take home

WHAT’s included:

90-minute guided wine blending session by our head winemaker and sommelier

(1) custom 750 ml bottle of your signature red blend
Artisanal snacks and palate cleansers
Access to the CityArts Gallery after-hours
Good vibes, great conversation, and new friends

Location: CityArts Gallery, 39 S. Magnolia Ave, Downtown Orlando
Parking: free on the Street or $4 at the plaza Parking Garage (15 S Court Ave, Orlando, FL 32801) with validation. Bring your ticket to Cityarts.
When: 6:00 PM to 8:00 pm (ish)
Price: $65 per guest
Policy: Reservation required. 24-hour cancellation notice to avoid fee.

Portrait Drawing Workshop
2026-05-30 10:00 - 12:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Hey there! Join us for a fun and hands-on portrait drawing workshop at CityArts, lead by Angelo the Artiste where you’ll get to sharpen your skills in person. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking to brush up on your technique, this is the perfect spot to practice, learn, and meet fellow art lovers. Bring your creativity and let’s dive into the art of capturing faces with pencil and paper. Can’t wait to see your masterpieces come to life!
What you’ll learn:

How to properly draw a persons features in proportion.
How to shade by adding darks and lights to a face for realism
How to use a mechanical pencil
General drawing tips and tricks

What you’ll get with your ticket:

A small sketchbook and a mechanical pencil

Reserve your seat now at https://angelotheartiste-workshop.eventbrite.com

CityArts Write Night & Open Stage
2026-06-01 18:30 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Looking to write, workshop, and/or perform in a supportive, creative space? Join us for 1st Monday for the CityArts Write Night & Open Stage, hosted by Florida Comedy Collective. Whether you’re shaping jokes, stories, or trying something new, this is a place to turn emotions into performance art.
6:30 PM – Florida Comedy Collective Writing Workshop – A guided, collaborative space to explore stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy, using real emotions, lived experiences, and honest thoughts as fuel for writing and performing. All experience levels are welcomed.
7:30 PM – Open Stage – Share your voice and your point of view! What to test out that new stand-up bit, improv scene, or comedy sketch? Well this is the place for you! Musicians, poets, and all performance artists are also welcome to channel their creativity, emotions, and stories on stage. This time can be used to share what was written at the writing workshop or something brand new that you’re working on. Come share your art with your community!
About Florida Comedy Collective – Florida Comedy Collective is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by Chandy Burke and Aimee LeCourse. This organization is dedicated to promoting and supporting comedic arts in Florida. We provide a platform for comedians to showcase their talent and connect with audiences across the state. Our mission is to foster a vibrant and inclusive comedy community that celebrates creativity and humor. For more information – https://www.floridacomedycollective.com/

Orlando Story Club: Over The Rainbow
2026-06-03 19:00 - 22:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Orlando Story Club is a live storytelling competition that takes place at CityArts Orlando (39 S Magnolia Ave). All regular shows begin at 7:00 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Every Orlando Story Club event has a theme. Anyone with a story that fits with that theme can enter by putting their name in the story hat. Ten names are drawn at random. Each storyteller is given 5 minutes to impress the audience, and the top 3 tellers take home prizes.

It’s a night of laughter, fun, and connection! Join us for our not-so-serious storytelling competition! Come laugh, listen, drink, and help build our community!

Purchase tickets at https://osc2026.eventbrite.com

Upcoming EventsAll regular shows start at 7:00 p.m.June 3: Over The RainbowAugust 5: SaltyOctober 7: HarvestDecember 2: All That Glitters

If you aren’t interested in telling a story, we love story listeners! We have an activity that everyone can participate in. What’s a one-liner?

It is an anonymous story (true to the storyteller) that can fit on one notecard and relates to the theme of the evening.

For example, if the theme is “Past Our Bedtime,” a one-liner is: “I truly thought there were monsters under my bed until I was in high school.”

Who reads these one-liners? Our awesome hosts, Danielle and Bobby, read them in between storytellers. Don’t worry. They won’t reveal your name!

All regular productions are hosted by Danielle Ziss & Bobby Wesley

Orlando Story Club is a program of The Downtown Arts District

34th Annual Southern Fried Poetry Slam at CityArts
2026-06-10 18:00 - 22:30 | FL
Southern Fried Poetry Slam is an annual performing arts festival celebrating poetry, spoken word, and community outreach.
Born in 1993 from a sense of family, home cooked meals and good ol’ Southern food, Southern Fried Poetry shares the absolute best southern offerings — hospitality, comfort and tradition.
During the first week of June every year, a city in the Southeastern region of the United States plays host to one of the largest Spoken Word and Performance Poetry tournaments in the world and showcases some of the world’s most extraordinary writers, orators and artists whose talents will be on full display as they compete against 200+ poets for cash and prizes, and of course bragging rights to the South!
For more information and tickets please click here
Events at CityArts (39 S. Magnolia Avenue):
Preliminary Bouts 1–4 | 6PM – 8PM
Preliminary Bouts 5-8 | 8:30PM – 10:30PM

DTOLive! in the Courtyard - Luis Guerrero
2026-06-11 16:30 - 18:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join us on Tuesdays from 4:30–6:30 PM in the newly renovated FORDify the Arts Courtyard at CityArts for live music and great vibes! Free event, open to all. Stop by, unwind, and enjoy the music!

34th Annual Southern Fried Poetry Slam at CityArts
2026-06-11 18:00 - 22:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Southern Fried Poetry Slam is an annual performing arts festival celebrating poetry, spoken word, and community outreach.
Born in 1993 from a sense of family, home cooked meals and good ol’ Southern food, Southern Fried Poetry shares the absolute best southern offerings — hospitality, comfort and tradition.
During the first week of June every year, a city in the Southeastern region of the United States plays host to one of the largest Spoken Word and Performance Poetry tournaments in the world and showcases some of the world’s most extraordinary writers, orators and artists whose talents will be on full display as they compete against 200+ poets for cash and prizes, and of course bragging rights to the South!
For more information and tickets click here
Events at CityArts:
Preliminary Bouts 9–12 | 6PM – 8PM
Preliminary Bouts 13–16 | 8:30PM – 10:30PM
