Upcoming Events

Fine Art Assembly: Drum One Drum All
Mar
27

Fine Art Assembly: Drum One Drum All

Drum One Drum All performs at Fayetteville ISD on March 27, 2025.

Recognizing the challenges rural schools face in transporting students to metropolitan areas, ARTS brings performing artists directly to the schools. With the support of Texas Commission on the Arts, these free performances give children a front-row seat and a backstage pass to world-class fine art experiences.

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Fine Art Assembly: Drum One Drum All
Mar
28

Fine Art Assembly: Drum One Drum All

Drum One Drum All performs at Schulenburg ISD on March 28, 2025.

Recognizing the challenges rural schools face in transporting students to metropolitan areas, ARTS brings performing artists directly to the schools. With the support of Texas Commission on the Arts, these free performances give children a front-row seat and a backstage pass to world-class fine art experiences.

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Summer Camp Registration Opens
Apr
2

Summer Camp Registration Opens

ARTS provides enriching art experiences year-round, including Summer Camps that keep creativity going beyond the school year!

Throughout June and July (excluding the week of July 4th), these weeklong day camps offer interactive curricula where students can learn, play, and explore painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, quilting, filmmaking, music, theater, and more.

Camps run Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, for $100 per session, with classes tailored to lower elementary, upper elementary, and high school students.

Click here to see a full schedule of camps and locations.

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ArtWalk 2025
May
3
to May 4

ArtWalk 2025

Join Arts for Rural Texas every first weekend in May on Fayetteville’s historic town square for fine art, live music, children’s activities, food, wine, and more with ARTS’ annual ArtWalk, a juried fine art festival that is free to the public.

ArtWalk is a must-attend event for art lovers, offering a myriad of styles and artforms for attendees to explore. Nearly 60 artists of all media, including paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, fiber, and more, sell their original works.

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Courthouse Music Series: Susan Gibson
Mar
25

Courthouse Music Series: Susan Gibson

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held every Tuesday from 6- 8 PM in March and October in the heart of Fayetteville on the Courthouse Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner, or support Fayetteville’s local restaurants! Free to attend.

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Fine Art Assembly: Brave Little Company
Mar
19

Fine Art Assembly: Brave Little Company

Brave Little Company performs at TBD

Recognizing the challenges rural schools face in transporting students to metropolitan areas, ARTS brings performing artists directly to the schools. With the support of Texas Commission on the Arts, these free performances give children a front-row seat and a backstage pass to world-class fine art experiences.

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Courthouse Music Series: Josh Grider
Mar
18

Courthouse Music Series: Josh Grider

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held every Tuesday from 6- 8 PM in March and October in the heart of Fayetteville on the Courthouse Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner, or support Fayetteville’s local restaurants! Free to attend.

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Fine Art Assembly: Good Hearted Entertainment
Mar
18

Fine Art Assembly: Good Hearted Entertainment

Good Hearted Entertainment performs at Weimar ISD on March 18, 2025.

Recognizing the challenges rural schools face in transporting students to metropolitan areas, ARTS brings performing artists directly to the schools. With the support of Texas Commission on the Arts, these free performances give children a front-row seat and a backstage pass to world-class fine art experiences.

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Expressive Watercolor Workshop
Mar
14
to Mar 15

Expressive Watercolor Workshop

Master confident brushstrokes and expressive color in this two-day watercolor workshop, perfect for beginner to intermediate painters. Dan will guide participants through the painting process, provide live demonstrations, and offer constructive critiques. Participants will learn how to simplify complex subjects, loosen up, and improve drawing accuracy. 

Click here to register and learn more!

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Courthouse Music Series: Tina Wilkins
Mar
11

Courthouse Music Series: Tina Wilkins

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held every Tuesday from 6- 8 PM in March and October in the heart of Fayetteville on the Courthouse Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner, or support Fayetteville’s local restaurants! Free to attend.

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Fine Art Assembly: Brave Little Company
Mar
5

Fine Art Assembly: Brave Little Company

Brave Little Company performs at Waelder ISD on March 5, 2025.

Recognizing the challenges rural schools face in transporting students to metropolitan areas, ARTS brings performing artists directly to the schools. With the support of Texas Commission on the Arts, these free performances give children a front-row seat and a backstage pass to world-class fine art experiences.

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Courthouse Music Series: Ashley Monical
Mar
4

Courthouse Music Series: Ashley Monical

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held every Tuesday from 6- 8 PM in March in the heart of Fayetteville on the Courthouse Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner, or support Fayetteville’s local restaurants! Free to attend.

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Fine Art Assembly: Good Hearted Entertainment
Mar
4

Fine Art Assembly: Good Hearted Entertainment

Good Hearted Entertainment performs at La Grange ISD on March 4, 2025.

Recognizing the challenges rural schools face in transporting students to metropolitan areas, ARTS brings performing artists directly to the schools. With the support of Texas Commission on the Arts, these free performances give children a front-row seat and a backstage pass to world-class fine art experiences.

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Piano Performance
Feb
22

Piano Performance

An evening of exceptional music awaits as acclaimed piano duo Eduard Alexandru Gavril and Olena Blagulyak take the stage at the ARTS Ross Gallery for a special performance. The duo will perform a four-hand piano program, a style where two musicians play together on the same piano to create a rich, vibrant sound.

Both accomplished pianists, Eduard and Olena are winners of multiple international piano competitions and have established thriving performance careers in the U.S. and Europe. Hailing from different backgrounds —Eduard from Romania and Olena from Ukraine— they met during their master’s studies at Sam Houston State University and quickly decided to join forces as a piano duo. In May 2024, they earned their doctoral degrees in piano performance from the University of Houston.

The evening’s repertoire includes pieces by renowned composers Franz Schubert, Claude Debussy, Francis Poulenc, and Camille Saint-Saëns. These works will be brought to life by the duo’s remarkable artistry, technical skill, and precision.

While the performance is free to attend, seating is limited, and ticket reservations are encouraged. Please click here to reserve your tickets.

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Harvestfest 2024: Deep in the ARTS of Texas
Nov
9

Harvestfest 2024: Deep in the ARTS of Texas

Harvestfest is ARTS’ annual fundraising dinner and auction, where we celebrate the mission of Arts for Rural Texas by raising funds to continue enriching lives through art and art education.  Each year, patrons gather together to share a delicious meal, raise a glass of wine, and enjoy the company of other like-minded people who believe that art is a vital part of life in rural Texas.  At Harvestfest, guests will have the opportunity to bid on a plethora of silent auction items, including fine art pieces of all media, themed gift baskets, unique sign-up events and much more.  After dinner comes the real excitement: the live auction! Our live auction offers valuable works of fine art, along with sporting events, vacation destinations, and other unique opportunities that you’ll find nowhere else!

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Live Painting Demo
Nov
2

Live Painting Demo

Linda Dellandre and Fran Ellisor will be showcasing their talents in a live painting demo at the Ross Gallery, where they will create a still life from start to finish. Watch their artistic process unfold as they bring their paintings to life. The duo will share their techniques and answer questions. Don’t miss out and join us to see the artists in action!

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The Holiday Show: Call for Entry
Nov
1
to Nov 29

The Holiday Show: Call for Entry

The Call for Entry for this year’s Holiday Show is now open! ARTS invites artists and creatives of all media to submit their work for display in the ARTS Ross Gallery. Click here for a complete list of important dates, deadlines, rules, requirements, and entry forms. Enter before the deadline on November 29, 2024 at 4:00 PM. Late entries will NOT be accepted.

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Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series
Oct
29

Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held every Tuesday from 6- 8 PM in March and October in the heart of Fayetteville on the Courthouse Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner, or support Fayetteville’s local restaurants! Free to attend.

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Painting with Confidence in Acrylics
Oct
26
to Oct 27

Painting with Confidence in Acrylics

Painting with Confidence in Acrylics

Taught by Jeremy Serna

Join ARTS for a two-day workshop with Jeremy Serna and paint with confidence in acrylics! This workshop is tailored for beginners to intermediate painters. Whether you aim to paint with a looser style, seek guidance on what steps to take next, or struggle to know when your artwork is complete, this workshop will provide the key tips and insights to help you find the answers. Join us and learn how to create large, stunning canvases perfect for your home.

Register here by October 18th.

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Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series
Oct
22

Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held every Tuesday from 6- 8 PM in March and October in the heart of Fayetteville on the Courthouse Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner, or support Fayetteville’s local restaurants! Free to attend.

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Runway 159
Oct
17

Runway 159

Join ARTS for an unforgettable evening of style, creativity, and community support with Runway 159! This fall fashion show will be held in conjunction with Round Top Fashion Week during the Round Top/Warrenton Antique Show. Runway 159 will feature beautiful and wearable clothing and accessories provided by renowned designers like Cheeky Vintage, Heidi Houston, Margarita Mercantile, Richard Schmidt Jewelry, Sapana, Simple Rags, and Tutu & Lilli. Guests can also enjoy a margarita bar, autumn sangrias, and light bites. One exciting feature of this fun, Texas chic event is honoring Sally Reynolds as our Runway 159 Style Icon. Beyond the glitz and glamour, Runway 159 has a noble purpose. All proceeds from this dazzling event will bolster the arts education programs of Arts for Rural Texas. Your attendance directly contributes to nurturing creativity and enriching lives. Don’t miss this fusion of fashion and philanthropy! Reserve your seat, mingle with fellow fashion enthusiasts, and celebrate the intersection of style and community spirit. Click here to learn more.

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Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series
Oct
15

Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held every Tuesday from 6- 8 PM in March and October in the heart of Fayetteville on the Courthouse Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner, or support Fayetteville’s local restaurants! Free to attend.

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Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series
Oct
8

Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held every Tuesday from 6- 8 PM in March and October in the heart of Fayetteville on the Courthouse Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner, or support Fayetteville’s local restaurants! Free to attend.

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Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series
Oct
1

Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series is held every Tuesday from 6- 8 PM in March and October in the heart of Fayetteville on the Courthouse Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinner, or support Fayetteville’s local restaurants! Free to attend.

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Painting Flower Portraits with Texture
Sep
21
to Sep 22

Painting Flower Portraits with Texture

Painting Flower Portraits with Texture

Taught by Carolina Dalmas

Join ARTS for a two-day workshop with Carolina Dalmas and learn how to achieve vivid and high chroma flowers! Carolina will guide participants through the step-by-step process of painting a flower portrait. Each lesson will begin with a demonstration, allowing students to fully understand each step of the painting process, as well as foundational elements of art, such as line, value, color, composition, and edges. Reference photos and fresh blooms will be provided. This workshop offers a structured approach to artistic growth, and is perfect for beginners seeking a solid foundation, or for seasoned artists aiming to refine their technique.

Register here by September 13th.

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Song Swap Sunday
Sep
1

Song Swap Sunday

Every first Sunday of the month, ARTS presents Song Swap Sundays, a musical gathering hosted by Mike Stroup. Musicians take turns playing songs, answering questions, and sharing the stories behind the melodies. This Song Swap, Mike will be joined by Joey McGee.

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