Q) What is ArtsFest?
ArtsFest is a celebration that kicks-off the United Arts fundraising campaign. Sponsored by Bank of America and the Orlando Sentinel, ArtsFest includes 340 free arts and cultural events held in 58 locations throughout Lake, Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties. ArtsFest provides you with a taste of everything the arts community has to offer in your own backyard!
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Q) Do I need to reserve tickets to attend ArtsFest events?
All events are free and open to the public, although some events have limited seating and capacity. Watch for events that say Tickets are Limited throughout the ArtsFest schedule. Tickets will be distributed for these events through the Red Chair Project ArtsFest ticket Lottery. Click here to enter the lottery. Plan early as space is limited and all tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. You must have a valid e-mail address to enter.
There is a four-ticket limit for each lottery winner as well as a 30-minute no-show policy that will be strictly enforced. Please plan to arrive at Tickets are Limited performances early to redeem your tickets.
A limited number of tickets will be available to Tickets are Limited venues the day of the performance and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
All events without a Tickets are Limited icon are open to the public without a reservation. Just show up and enjoy!
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Q) Are all ArtsFest events free?
Yes! All ArtsFest events are free, although parking may not be. Plan to pay for parking, food and gift shop items, unless it is noted as part of the event in the schedule.
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What is the ArtsFest Passport?
The Orlando Sentinel sponsored ArtsFest Passport is a great way to win prizes from local arts and cultural organizations, as well as local businesses. Get your ArtsFest Passport stamped at ArtsFest venues to win! More Stamps = More Valuable Prizes! Click here to download a copy of the ArtsFest passport.
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Who is United Arts?
United Arts of Central Florida is a dynamic collaboration of businesses, governments, foundations, arts and cultural organizations, school districts, artists and individuals. This partnership works to enhance the quality and variety of cultural experiences available throughout Lake, Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties. Since its inception in 1989, United Arts has invested more than $91 million in local cultural organizations and cultural education.
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How can I help support local arts and culture?
We hope that attending ArtsFest events will prompt you to buy a ticket, membership or season subscription to a local cultural venue this year. And we hope you’ll consider United Arts in your philanthropy as well. Orlando Arts Magazine (yours with a $50 donation) will keep you informed about all things arts and culture. And a United ArtsCard, (yours with a $100 donation), gives you over $600 worth of discounts for an entire year. Visit redchairproject.com to make a donation on-line, or pick up a donation form at the information table of any ArtsFest venue.
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Can kids attend ArtsFest events?
Yes! Look for events with the Family Friendly icon. We do recommend that events that say High School and Above are best for mature audience only.
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What is the Red Chair Project ArtsFest Lottery?
Some performances and venues have a limited number of
ArtsFest tickets. Watch for the TICKETS ARE LIMITED icon throughout the schedule.
You can enter to win tickets in advance for these events through the Red Chair Project ArtsFest Ticket Lottery by
clicking here. You must have a valid e-mail address to enter. Codes will be distributed on or after Monday, February 4th. There is a four-ticket limit for each lottery code as well as a 30-minute no-show policy that will be strictly enforced.
A limited number of tickets will be available to Tickets are Limited venues the day of the performance and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Who are the participating organizations?
A Magi Dance & World Beat
Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
American Racket
Annie Russell Theatre at Rollins College
Asian Cultural Association
Bach Festival Society of Winter Park
Bay Street Players
The Center for Contemporary Dance
Central Florida Ballet
Central Florida Chapter, USA Dance
Central Florida Folk
City Hall Terrace Gallery
City of Casselberry Parks and Recreation
City of Orlando Puppetroupe
City of Orlando's Pottery Studio
CityArts Factory
Clouds In My Coffee
COMMA
Cornell Fine Arts Museum
Crealdé School of Art
DRIP
Enzian Theater
Festival of Orchestras
Florida Children's Repertory Theatre
Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra
Gallery at Avalon Island
Gallery on First
Garden Theatre
Hannibal Square Heritage Center
Helen Stairs Theatre
Holocaust Memorial Resource and Educations Center of Central Florida
International Folk Dance Ensemble
Jeanine Taylor Folk Art
Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando
Lake Eustis Museum of Art
Langford Park
Lifelong Learning Institute of the Winter Park Public Library
Mad Cow Theatre
Maitland Art Center
Maitland Historical Society
Mennello Museum of American Art
MicheLee Puppets
Nritya Academy
Orange County Regional History Center
Orlando Ballet
Orlando Ballet
Orlando Chamber Singers
Orlando Gay Chorus
Orlando Museum of Art
Orlando Opera
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra
Orlando Public Library
Orlando Repertory Theatre
Orlando Science Center
Orlando Shakespeare Theater
Osceola Center for the Arts
Osceola Library System
Pinocchio's Marionette Theater
Project Imagination
Rosie O'Grady's Highlanders
SAK Comedy Lab
Seminole Cultural Arts Council
Steinway Piano Galleries
Valencia Community College East Campus
Voci Dance
Voices of Valencia
Winter Park Historical Association and Museum, Inc.
Winter Park Playhouse
Winter Park Public Library and Winter Park Historical Association
Women's Caucus for Art of Florida
World of Mid-Eastern Dance
Zora Neale Hurston National Fine Arts Museum
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Who do I contact if I have more questions?
If you have general questions about ArtsFest, please call the Orlando/Orange County Convention and Visitors Bureau Visitors Center at 407.363.5816.
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If you have questions about a specific event please call the number listed with the event name in the schedule.
