Art Moves
Art Moves is an Arts Council OKC initiative that provides free arts events in various Oklahoma City locations. The line-up features a wide range of artistic mediums, including musical and theater performances, live art demonstrations, short film selections, and more.
Art Moves artists perform and demonstrate their artistry from popular locations across OKC or live streaming from their studio or homes! Check out the lineup below and help us support our local artists by joining us for a great show!
Art Moves Lineup
Art Moves at OKC Memorial: Laura Reese
Art Moves at St. Anthony’s Hospital: Rod Porter
Art Moves at Midtown Holiday Pop- Ups: Kennedy Fine
Art Moves at Myriad Crystal Bridge: Sarafina Byrd
Art Moves at OK Humane Yule Log Party: Oklahannah
Art Moves DOKC Saints Santa Run: Magic, Face Paint, and Balloon Art
Today is the perfect day to apply for Creators Collective, a brand-new attraction coming to the 2025 Festival of the Arts!
This vibrant, curated marketplace offers a space for skilled makers and innovative creators to showcase and sell their handmade goods and locally produced foods.
Applications are open now and we’re looking for local artisans who specialize in making things like honey, jam, body and skin care products, candles, home goods, pet products, flowers, plants, and more!
Click the link in our bio to learn more and submit your application today for this exciting new area at the 2025 Festival of the Arts.
The holiday season is here, and Art Moves is helping you get in the spirit at Lights on Broadway!
Join us tomorrow night for face painting, balloon art, live holiday music, and so much more! We’ll see you tomorrow from 4 – 7 p.m.
Happy Thanksgiving from the entire Arts Council OKC staff! We’re thankful for everyone who supports the arts and helps us continue to achieve our mission of bringing the arts and the community together!
This month, we introduced a new partnership with @sisuyouthokc, a low-barrier, identity-affirming space in Oklahoma City where unhoused transition-age (15-24) youth find shelter and support.
Our first workshop was led by local artist Jasmine Jones and members made tactile collages out of felt. They could recreate a favorite season, memory, pet, etc.
Our second workshop was led by public school art teacher Mercedes Smith, where participants made mini autobiographical comics, using the power of storytelling to share their lived experiences. These workshops allow Sisu participants to take a moment to pause and engage their creativity in a safe setting while making new connections in their community!
Holiday weeks always seem to drag, so let Art Moves carry you through the week with a performance from @touchofsax. Join saxophonist Michael Kleid at BOK Plaza for some lunchtime tunes that will lift your spirits and get you in the right mindset to finish the short week strong. We’ll see you tomorrow at noon!
Did you know our Creative Aging initiative brings art education to 14 senior living facilities across OKC? This program gives participants time away from the ordinary to engage in stimulating and enriching activities. It can be therapeutic and is often described as the highlight of the week by many of our participants!
We’re still a few months away, but we’re already dreaming of the 59th annual Festival of the Arts!
Our visual artists, food vendors, and performers have been selected and we can’t wait for you to see the talent on display next spring.
Nearly 500 artists applied to showcase their masterpieces in Bicentennial Park and twelve mediums will be represented by the 144 selected artists from 31 states and Canada.
Over 200 menu items were submitted by more than 40 vendors for a coveted spot on International Food Row, and this year’s selection will feature a wonderfully diverse selection of both savory and sweet.
More than 175 performers applied for their moment in the spotlight on the Main and City Stages, and 2025 will feature must-see entertainment including rock n roll, country, dance, opera, and more!
The 2025 Festival is shaping up to be one for the ages, mark your calendar for April 24 – 27, 2025!
Thanks to everyone who came to the Artisans Happy Hour at @radbarokc!
We loved seeing so many young professionals come together to network, enjoy live music from the amazing @cryhardtypebeat, and soak up the acoustic vibes. Nights like these remind us why OKC is such a vibrant place to connect and create community.
Missed this one? Don’t worry—our next Artisans event is already in the works. Stay tuned for more details and click the link in our bio to sign up for our Artisans newsletter!
Did you know our Arts in Schools initiative serves more than 650 kids each month? Through classes in visual arts, dance, music, and more, we’re working every day to achieve our mission of Bringing the Arts and the Community Together!
Join Art Moves at @okcmoa for a beautiful harp performance from @oklahannah! We never need an excuse to check out the museum`s incredible exhibitions, but tomorrow is the perfect chance to catch a show before you explore! The music starts at noon, leaving you plenty of time to take in everything the museum has to offer. We’ll see you there!
Applications are open for Creators Collective, a brand-new attraction coming to the 2025 Festival of the Arts!
This vibrant, curated marketplace offers a space for skilled makers and innovative creators to showcase and sell their handmade goods and locally produced foods.
Applications are open now and we’re looking for local artisans who specialize in making things like honey, jam, body and skin care products, candles, home goods, pet products, flowers, plants, and more!
Creators Collective embodies the spirit of collaboration, community, and creativity, offering festivalgoers a unique experience to explore one-of-a-kind pieces and meet the talented individuals behind the craft. It’s a space where tradition meets innovation, highlighting craftsmanship and artistic expression in an engaging and lively environment.
Click the link in our bio to learn more and submit your application today for this exciting new area at the 2025 Festival of the Arts!
Thank you to @okcontemporary for hosting our Teen Arts Council for a night of creative fun!
Students started the night with a guided tour of the Outré West exhibition, which explores the work of a group of students at the American School of Architecture and is free and open to the public. The TAC followed that up with a hands-on art class focused on outré weaving, allowing them to showcase their creativity while they learned a new skill and created a masterpiece.
Next up for the TAC – an artist workshop led by @tookahsapper!
Art Moves is heading to @devonenergy! Make sure your Tuesday lunch plans involve enjoying jazz and R&B from the incredibly talented Maurice Johnson. The show starts at noon and is certain to keep you entertained and ready to tackle the rest of your day. We’ll see you tomorrow!
Looking to take your dance skills to the next level? Check out the latest Art Moves: Spotlight Series featuring Alfonso Finest Pulé of @thegroovemeantcommunity.
Alfonso is a staple of our Art Moves program, constantly spreading joy through dance all across OKC. Now, you can kick back, relax, check out some of Alfonso’s moves, and hear his story from the comfort of your own home! Click the link in our bio to learn more about Alfonso, why he dances, and the benefits dancing could have on your life.
In a beautiful coming together of past, present, and PINK … we are excited to partner in the return of the beloved Girlie Show for 2025! If you were a part of it back then, you know. If you’ve never been, buckle up. This is one fierce, fabulous, female-made show, and we are tickled – ahem – pink to join the original girlies for a two-day revival in exactly 365 days. Mark those calendars and stay tuned!
Photo credit (left to right) – Corrie Moore, Justin Morris, Erin Merryweather
The votes are in!
The food jury is complete and it’s almost time to announce the 2025 Festival of the Arts food vendors! More than 40 vendors cooked up over 100 items that they hoped would earn them a coveted spot on International Food Row. From savory meals to sweet treats, our Food Committee sampled EVERYTHING over the course of two days, scoring every item on factors like taste and affordability.
Thanks to all of the food vendors, who absolutely brought the flavors and gave our jurors some very tough decisions to make!
The 2025 Festival is shaping up to have an incredibly diverse selection of culinary creations. We can’t wait for you to try everything April 24 - 27, 2025!
NOW HIRING –
We’re looking for a driven, hard-working candidate to join our team as the Executive Coordinator.
The Executive Coordinator works closely with directors to ensure Arts Council OKC events are effectively handled with professionalism and in a timely manner. They will perform general administrative functions throughout the office and serve as an assistant to the leadership team.
Please email a resume and cover letter to info@artscouncilokc.com. Click the link in our bio for the full job description!
Looking for Wednesday lunch plans? Join Art Moves at Leadership Square! Enjoy a show with your lunch as violinist @lauranaturally dives into her diverse repertoire of jazz, top 40 pop, bluegrass, and more. The show starts at noon, we’ll see you there!
It`s almost time for our next Artisans Happy Hour!
Join The Artisans, our group for young professionals at @radbarokc for an awesome happy hour featuring live music from @cryhardtypebeat. This OKC indie/alternative band has been crafting their unique sound since 2018 and will be the perfect backdrop for a night of networking. Come grab a drink, enjoy the vibes, and make some new friends!
The event is next Tuesday, November 19 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Drinks are the responsibility of the individual. Click the link in our bio to RSVP!
Get in the holiday spirit with Art Moves at the @downtownokc Tree Lighting Festival! Join us tomorrow night for a holly jolly good time, featuring balloon art, face painting, an aerialist, and plenty of live music! Rumor has it that Santa Claus might even be making a trip from the North Pole for the tree lighting. The fun starts at 5:30 p.m., and the tree will be lit at 6 p.m. We’ll see you there!
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Art Moves News
Art Moves to expand beyond daily lunchtime performances
Arts Council Oklahoma City is thrilled to announce the expansion of Art Moves, which currently brings daily art performances to popular lunchtime destinations across Oklahoma
Art Moves March Performance Lineup
March will be a month to remember for Art Moves with a wide variety of live-streamed and in-person performances. Check out the full lineup below
Art Moves Celebrates Black History Month
Art Moves is celebrating Black History Month by showcasing some of the amazing talents in the metro’s African American community. With artists of all backgrounds
