Arts Weekend ~ a tapestry of experiences

February 4-7Arts Weekend logo

thursday-sunday  |  2027

Immerse yourself in this four-day arts extravaganza that will feature dozens of free community events and performances throughout the city. We invite you to surround yourself with the amazing tapestry of arts & culture experiences that Winter Park has to offer.

Keynote Events

Thursday, February 20 logo@ 8:30 a.m. The Common Thread: Weaving Arts through Economics, Education & Emotion
@ Azalea lodge at Mead Botanical Garden
The community is invited to join in a conversation exploring the impact art has on different sectors. Guest speakers include Frank Santos, Dr. Jill Sonke and Jenn Benner. Free with registration.

Friday, February 6 logo@ 7 p.m. Lenox Ave @ Shady Park in Hannibal Square
Bring your blankets and chairs and immerse yourself in the 1920s where music, dance, fashion literature and the extraordinary artists who create them fill Harlem’s secret nightclubs. Free community performance.

Saturday, February 7 logo@ 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Art in the Park @ Central Park
Enjoy a tapestry of experiences while engaging in an afternoon of arts and culture. Live performances and interactive activities include weaving a tapestry, watching a musical act, taking home a portrait, learning to play a few chords on an instrument, and so much more.

Sunday, February 8 logoall day Take an opportunity to enjoy one of Winter Park’s many cultural museums, beautiful gardens or talented performances at locations throughout the city. Many museums will be free for the weekend as well as offer special exhibits and performances.

For a list of all Arts Weekend events, please access the dates below.

A couple stands close together, gazing at a large, round stained glass window depicting three women in classical robes—an inspiring sight for Arts Weekend—each framed by columns and vibrant scenery.

Free Admission Weekend Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art

A woman stands at a podium giving a presentation to a seated audience. The screen behind her reads, “The arts are essential to health—connecting us with community,” as part of the inspiring Arts Weekend event.

Weaving Art & Science for Healthy Minds Community Conversation

A group of musicians seated in rows on stage plays clarinets and saxophones, dressed in formal and vintage-style attire. They perform under stage lighting as part of the Arts Weekend festivities.

The Licorice Sticks at Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts

A hand holds a sign about the Community Tapestry Project during Arts Weekend in front of a colorful peacock tapestry. The background features a black-and-white mural of people in vintage clothing at Chez Francis.

Community Tapestry Project at Winter Park History Museum

A woman helps a young girl hold and play a violin during an Arts Weekend event, with booths and people in the background. They stand on grass under a canopy, engaging in an interactive music demonstration.

Mini Violin Lesson by Bach Festival Society of Winter Park, Art in the Park

A person kneels on the ground, creating a vibrant chalk drawing of a peacock on a sidewalk during Arts Weekend. Art supplies, a reference photo, and a drink are nearby, with grass and shadows surrounding the artist.

Chalk Artist Carolyn Schultz, Art in the Park

A man lifts a smiling toddler into the air amid falling confetti outdoors during Arts Weekend. A woman stands nearby with her back turned, and people in colorful outfits celebrate in the background under sunny skies.

Art in the Park

People sit on lawn chairs and blankets in a sunny park, watching an Arts Weekend event. Tents and trees are in the background as the audience spreads out across the grass, enjoying the day.

Art in the Park

Two young children interact with a colorful, textured woven art piece outdoors during Arts Weekend. They touch and observe the yarn artwork, which features bright yellow, orange, black, and pink patterns.

Community Tapestry Project, Art in the Park

Four girls in blue tops and black pants dance on an outdoor stage during Arts Weekend, waving colorful flags. Trees with autumn leaves and a sign reading Emotions Dance Company are visible in the background.

Emotion Dance Company, Art in the Park

A woman in a black lace dress passionately sings into a microphone on stage during Arts Weekend, with one hand touching her chest. A man blurred in the background appears to play an instrument.

Jasmine Forsberg

A band performs on a brightly lit outdoor stage at night during Arts Weekend, while an audience sits on chairs and blankets on the grass. Trees and banners frame the lively scene.

Community Concert Featuring Broadway Star Jasmine Forsberg

Be Inspired by Arts Weekend 2025

Arts & Culture

Our Vision

Winter Park is the city of arts and culture, cherishing its traditional scale and charm while building a healthy and sustainable future for all generations.