3rd Thursday Opening Night Reception (August)

3rd Thursday Opening Night Reception (August)

  • ALL AGES

On the third Thursday of every month, CityArts opens its doors for audiences to experience new artwork featured in seven different galleries

By Downtown Arts District

Date and time

Location

CityArts

39 South Magnolia Avenue Orlando, FL 32801

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours
  • ALL AGES
  • Paid venue parking

3rd Thursday Opening Night Reception at CityArts

Thursday, August 21, 2025

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Event

Austin Commercial Gallery

Upstairs Signature Gallery

The Mahesh Chaddah Family Trust Spotlight Gallery

New Exhibitions in the Young Artists Gallery, Redefine Gallery, Side Gallery, and CityArts Cafe Gallery

Enjoy curator conversations!

Frequently asked questions

Is 3rd Thursday free to attend?

Yes! The event is free and open to the public. Some experiences and services may cost money (I.e. food trucks, CityArts Cafe Bar, art vendors, etc).

Do I need to RSVP to attend?

RSVPs are encouraged through Eventbrite or Facebook Events but not required for general attendance.

Is the event family-friendly?

Yes! 3rd Thursday welcomes all ages, but some galleries may feature artwork with with mature themes.

Is 3rd Thursday accessible for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, CityArts is accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs, please contact (407) 648-7060.

Where can I park?

CityArts provides parking validations for the Cobb Plaza Parking Garage ONLY. The validation reduces the parking fee to $4. Please bring your parking ticket to the gallery to have it validated. The Library Parking Garage is closer, but CityArts does not provide parking validations for that garage.

Can I purchase artwork at the event?

Yes, many artists have work available for sale. Ask venue staff for purchasing details.

How can I showcase my artwork at 3rd Thursday?

Artists interested in exhibiting can visit https://downtownartsdistrict.com/call-to-artists/ or follow @cityarts_orlando or @downtownartsorlando for opportunities for artists.

Can I volunteer for 3rd Thursday?

Yes! We welcome volunteers. Email jmartin@dadorlando.com to get involved.

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Downtown Arts District
Free
Aug 21 · 6:00 PM EDT