The Allen Arts Festival returns from May 8–10, 2026, at Watters Creek Village in Allen, Texas, featuring over 100 local and national artists. The weekend includes artist booths, live music, a Student Showcase, a Juried Art Competition, Chalk the Walk, and a Crafter’s Corner market, with programming designed for both art enthusiasts and families around Mother’s Day.
The Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, D.C., has opened a new exhibition showcasing the work of its underclassman visual arts students. The event highlights the creative output of younger students within the prestigious arts-focused public high school.
Artist Del Chapo is set to debut a new solo exhibition titled "Open Season" at Embers Dispensary in Washington, D.C. The showcase features paintings heavily influenced by early grindhouse and exploitation cinema, characterized by a raw aesthetic that includes visible drips, scratches, and overpainting. The opening reception is scheduled for the evening of March 8, 2026.